2025 Honda Passport vs. 2025 Lexus NX 250 Review

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2025 Honda
Passport

MSRP*: $42,400 to $48,470
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2025 Lexus
NX 250

MSRP*: $40,815 to $44,340
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MPG - City 19 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 100.7 - 100.8 ft3 46.9 ft3
Engine
  • 280-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 280 hp 203 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 189.1 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 78.6 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 39.5 in
Rear 40.0 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 Honda Passport than in the Lexus NX 250. The Honda Passport 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 Honda Passport 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). The Honda Passport is somewhat more expensive than the Lexus NX 250.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Passport is much wider than the Lexus NX 250, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Honda Passport, which is slightly longer than the Lexus NX 250.

Handling
The Honda Passport has a larger turning radius than the Lexus NX 250, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Honda Passport is clearly the choice over the Lexus NX 250 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Honda Passport greatly out-muscles the Lexus NX 250.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Honda Passport 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 Honda Passport and the Lexus NX 250. With the Honda Passport, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus NX 250.