Buick Envision vs Lexus NX250
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Lexus NX250
Overview
| Spec | Buick EnvisionPreferred | Lexus NX250250 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Preferred | 250 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick EnvisionPreferred | Lexus NX250250 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $41,000 | $40,965 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $15,500 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $43,960 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $52,695 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 215 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick EnvisionPreferred | Lexus NX250250 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG | 33 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16.1 gal (best) | 14.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Buick EnvisionPreferred | Lexus NX250250 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 228 hp (best) | 203 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft (best) | 184 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick EnvisionPreferred | Lexus NX250250 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 52.7 cu ft (best) | 46.9 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 895 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,940 lbs | 3,660 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 109 in (best) | 105.9 in |
| Length | 182.7 in | 183.5 in (best) |
| Width | 74.1 in (best) | 73.4 in |
| Height | 64.6 in | 66.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick EnvisionPreferred | Lexus NX250250 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Buick Envision | Lexus NX250 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preferred $41,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 250 $40,965 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Sport Touring $43,500 MSRP | 250 $42,565 MSRP |
| 3 | Avenir $50,700 MSRP | 250 Premium $42,890 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 250 Premium $44,490 MSRP |
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Buick Envision vs Lexus NX250 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Buick Envision or 2025 Lexus NX250?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Buick Envision vs 2025 Lexus NX250 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Buick Envision or 2025 Lexus NX250?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Lexus NX250 starts lower at $40,965. Live Buick Envision listings start at $15,500.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Buick Envision or 2025 Lexus NX250?
- The 2025 Lexus NX250 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (40,965).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Buick Envision or 2025 Lexus NX250?
- The 2025 Lexus NX250 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Buick Envision or 2025 Lexus NX250?
- The 2026 Buick Envision leads on horsepower in this comparison (228).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Buick Envision or 2025 Lexus NX250?
- The 2025 Lexus NX250 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Buick Envision vs 2025 Lexus NX250?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick Envision (5/5 NHTSA overall).