2026 Hyundai Kona vs 2026 Lexus NX
Overview | |
MSRP$25,500 | MSRP$45,825 |
Listings924 | Listings622 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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2026 Hyundai Kona 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 | |
Engine2.0L 147 hp I4 | Engine2.4L 275 hp I4 |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower275 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City29 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 147 hp I4 | Engine Name2.4L 275 hp I4 |
Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | Torque317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower275 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City29 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space25.5 cu ft | Cargo Space22.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3005 lbs | Curb Weight4035 lbs |
Height62.2 in | Height66.1 in |
Length171.3 in | Length183.5 in |
Width71.9 in | Width73.4 in |
Wheelbase104.7 in | Wheelbase105.9 in |
Maximum Payload1085 lbs | Maximum Payload895 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $25,500 | $45,825 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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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 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 | 2.4L 275 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm | 275 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 29 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 147 hp I4 | 2.4L 275 hp I4 |
Torque | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | 317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm | 275 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 25.5 cu ft | 22.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3005 lbs | 4035 lbs |
Height | 62.2 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 183.5 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 73.4 in |
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 105.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1085 lbs | 895 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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