Toyota Highlander Hybrid vs Lexus NX
Overview | |
MSRP$40,620 | MSRP$38,350 |
Listings311 | Listings736 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryThe Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV’s popularity is understandable, given the midsize, three-row crossover's impressive fuel economy rating. However, generally speaking, the 2023 Toyota Highlander is not what it should be, and specifically, the Highlander Hybrid doesn’t meet efficiency expectations. Unfortunately, this Toyota faces few rivals. But the Kia Sorento Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models are worthy alternatives. | |
Reviews SummaryWith the redesigned 2022 Lexus NX, the luxury brand is aiming at a young, affluent, diverse, and tech-savvy customer. At the same time, the new 2022 NX is built upon the brand pillars that Lexus says will support all of its future products. They include bold design, advanced technology, electrification, and a dynamic tuning recipe called Lexus Driving Signature. Does the redesigned NX reflect those foundational building blocks? We took several models for a test drive to find out. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine2.5L 203 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City36 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.5L 203 hp I4 |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City36 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.0 cu ft | Cargo Space22.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight4330 lbs | Curb Weight3660 lbs |
Height68.1 in | Height65.8 in |
Length194.9 in | Length183.5 in |
Width76.0 in | Width73.4 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase105.9 in |
Maximum Payload1495 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $40,620 | $38,350 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 5.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | The Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV’s popularity is understandable, given the midsize, three-row crossover's impressive fuel economy rating. However, generally speaking, the 2023 Toyota Highlander is not what it should be, and specifically, the Highlander Hybrid doesn’t meet efficiency expectations. Unfortunately, this Toyota faces few rivals. But the Kia Sorento Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models are worthy alternatives. | With the redesigned 2022 Lexus NX, the luxury brand is aiming at a young, affluent, diverse, and tech-savvy customer. At the same time, the new 2022 NX is built upon the brand pillars that Lexus says will support all of its future products. They include bold design, advanced technology, electrification, and a dynamic tuning recipe called Lexus Driving Signature. Does the redesigned NX reflect those foundational building blocks? We took several models for a test drive to find out. |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.5L 203 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 36 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.5L 203 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 36 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.0 cu ft | 22.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4330 lbs | 3660 lbs |
Height | 68.1 in | 65.8 in |
Length | 194.9 in | 183.5 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 73.4 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 105.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1495 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 2000 lbs |

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