2024 Kia
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2025 Lexus
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| MPG - City | Info not available | 25 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | Info not available | 32 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 63.7 ft3 | 46.9 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 203 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,653 lbs | 2,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 174.0 in | 183.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 71.9 in | 73.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.5 in
Rear 36.9 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.5 in
Rear 38.1 in |
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.
Comfort
The Kia Niro EV offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Lexus NX 250, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Kia Niro EV will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus NX 250.
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). When looking only at MSRP, the Kia Niro EV will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Lexus NX 250.
Dimensions
Since the Kia Niro EV is much slimmer than the Lexus NX 250, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
If you go with the Kia Niro EV, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Lexus NX 250.
Handling
The Kia Niro EV has a smaller turning radius than the Lexus NX 250, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Lexus NX 250 is clearly the choice over the Kia Niro EV for pulling heavy loads.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Kia Niro EV and the Lexus NX 250.
Powertrain
The Kia Niro EV has much lower torque than the Lexus NX 250, 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 Kia Niro EV and the Lexus NX 250.
With the Kia Niro EV, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus NX 250.