2025 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2025 Lexus NX 250 Review

Picture of the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox

2025 Chevrolet
Equinox

MSRP*: $28,600 to $35,000
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Picture of the 2025 Lexus NX 250

2025 Lexus
NX 250

MSRP*: $40,965 to $44,490
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MPG - City 24 - 26 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.5 ft3 46.9 ft3
Engine
  • 175-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 175 hp 203 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 183.2 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 74.9 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.9 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.2 in
Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Chevrolet Equinox than in the Lexus NX 250. The Chevrolet Equinox offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Lexus NX 250, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Chevrolet Equinox as you will with the Lexus NX 250, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Chevrolet Equinox is a better financial choice over the Lexus NX 250, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Equinox is much wider than the Lexus NX 250, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Chevrolet Equinox takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Lexus NX 250.

Performance
The Chevrolet Equinox has a little less horsepower than the Lexus NX 250.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Chevrolet Equinox does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Lexus NX 250.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Chevrolet Equinox and the Lexus NX 250. With the Chevrolet Equinox, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus NX 250.