2026 Land Rover Defender vs 2026 Lexus NX
Overview | |
MSRP$45,825 | MSRP$63,500 |
Listings622 | Listings427 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
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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. | |
2026 Land Rover Defender Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 275 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 296 hp I4 |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower275 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower296 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway22 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 275 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 296 hp I4 |
Torque317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower275 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower296 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway22 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.7 cu ft | Cargo Space34.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight4035 lbs | Curb Weight4830 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height77.4 in |
Length183.5 in | Length197.5 in |
Width73.4 in | Width82.9 in |
Wheelbase105.9 in | Wheelbase119.0 in |
Maximum Payload895 lbs | Maximum Payload2015 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7715 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $45,825 | $63,500 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
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 | 2.4L 275 hp I4 | 2.0L 296 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 275 hp @ 6000 rpm | 296 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 22 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 275 hp I4 | 2.0L 296 hp I4 |
Torque | 317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 275 hp @ 6000 rpm | 296 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 22 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.7 cu ft | 34.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4035 lbs | 4830 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 77.4 in |
Length | 183.5 in | 197.5 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 82.9 in |
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 119.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 895 lbs | 2015 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 7715 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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