2026 Lexus NX vs 2026 Chevrolet Traverse
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MSRP$40,800 | MSRP$45,825 |
Listings814 | Listings647 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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2026 Chevrolet Traverse Reviews Summary | |
2026 Lexus NX Reviews SummaryThe NX is the compact crossover SUV of the Lexus lineup. It sits between the Lexus UX and Lexus RX in size and price, and it competes with small luxury crossovers like the Acura RDX, Audi Q5, BMW X3, Genesis GV70, Mercedes-Benz GLC, and Volvo XC60. This second-generation version arrived for the 2022 model year and receives minimal updates for 2026. The previously offered NX 250 base model is gone, but Lexus made some changes to the lineup to make the hybrid and plug-in hybrid NX models more affordable. The Lexus NX is assembled in Canada at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada in Cambridge, Ontario. Verdict: The NX offers good value in hybrid form, but it otherwise doesn’t feel like a true luxury vehicle. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 328 hp I4 | Engine2.4L 275 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower328 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower275 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 328 hp I4 | Engine Name2.4L 275 hp I4 |
Torque326 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | Torque317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
Horsepower328 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower275 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.9 cu ft | Cargo Space22.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight4504 lbs | Curb Weight4035 lbs |
Height70.9 in | Height66.1 in |
Length204.5 in | Length183.5 in |
Width87.9 in | Width73.4 in |
Wheelbase121.0 in | Wheelbase105.9 in |
Maximum Payload1669 lbs | Maximum Payload895 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
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MSRP | $40,800 | $45,825 |
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Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | |
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Summary | The NX is the compact crossover SUV of the Lexus lineup. It sits between the Lexus UX and Lexus RX in size and price, and it competes with small luxury crossovers like the Acura RDX, Audi Q5, BMW X3, Genesis GV70, Mercedes-Benz GLC, and Volvo XC60. This second-generation version arrived for the 2022 model year and receives minimal updates for 2026. The previously offered NX 250 base model is gone, but Lexus made some changes to the lineup to make the hybrid and plug-in hybrid NX models more affordable. The Lexus NX is assembled in Canada at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada in Cambridge, Ontario. Verdict: The NX offers good value in hybrid form, but it otherwise doesn’t feel like a true luxury vehicle. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 328 hp I4 | 2.4L 275 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 328 hp @ 5500 rpm | 275 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 328 hp I4 | 2.4L 275 hp I4 |
Torque | 326 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | 317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
Horsepower | 328 hp @ 5500 rpm | 275 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.9 cu ft | 22.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4504 lbs | 4035 lbs |
Height | 70.9 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 204.5 in | 183.5 in |
Width | 87.9 in | 73.4 in |
Wheelbase | 121.0 in | 105.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1669 lbs | 895 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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