2025 Dodge Hornet vs. 2025 Lexus NX 350h Review

Picture of the 2025 Dodge Hornet

2025 Dodge
Hornet

MSRP*: $29,995 to $41,645
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Picture of the 2025 Lexus NX 350h

2025 Lexus
NX 350h

MSRP*: $45,425 to $51,490
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MPG - City 21 MPG 41 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 46.9 ft3
Engine
  • 268-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 288-hp, 1.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 240-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 268 - 288 hp 240 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 178.0 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 82.0 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Info not available 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

Convenience
With the Lexus NX 350h, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Dodge Hornet, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). Clearly, the Dodge Hornet is a better financial choice over the Lexus NX 350h, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Dodge Hornet is much wider than the Lexus NX 350h, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. The Dodge Hornet is slightly shorter than the Lexus NX 350h, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Dodge Hornet will do just as well as the Lexus NX 350h, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Dodge Hornet has a little more horsepower than the Lexus NX 350h.

Powertrain
The Dodge Hornet has much lower torque than the Lexus NX 350h, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Dodge Hornet and the Lexus NX 350h.