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GMC Acadia vs Lexus NX300

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2027 GMC Acadia

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2021 Lexus NX300

Overview

SpecGMC AcadiaElevationLexus NX300300
Selected trimElevation300
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272021

Pricing & market

SpecGMC AcadiaElevationLexus NX300300
MSRP$43,600$37,610 (best)
Lowest listing price$18,799 (best)—
Median listing price$49,505 (best)—
Highest listing price$68,530 (best)—
For sale now11 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecGMC AcadiaElevationLexus NX300300
Combined MPG22 MPG25 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG28 MPG (best)
Fuel tank—15.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecGMC AcadiaElevationLexus NX300300
Horsepower328 hp (best)235 hp
Torque326 lb-ft (best)258 lb-ft
Engine size2.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecGMC AcadiaElevationLexus NX300300
Seating8 seats (best)5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume97.5 cu ft (best)54.5 cu ft
Towing capacity5,000 lbs (best)2,000 lbs
Payload—1,150 lbs (best)
Curb weight—3,940 lbs (best)
Ground clearance6.8 in6.9 in (best)
Wheelbase120.9 in (best)104.7 in
Length204 in (best)182.7 in
Width79.6 in (best)73.6 in
Height71 in (best)64.8 in

Safety & recalls

SpecGMC AcadiaElevationLexus NX300300
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

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.

TrimGMC AcadiaLexus NX300
1

Elevation

$43,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

300

$37,610 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Elevation

$45,600 MSRP

300

$39,010 MSRP

3

AT4

$52,400 MSRP

300 F SPORT

$39,710 MSRP

4

Denali

$58,900 MSRP

300 F SPORT

$41,110 MSRP

5

Denali

$60,900 MSRP

300 Luxury

$44,060 MSRP

6

Denali Ultimate

$63,400 MSRP

300 Luxury

$45,460 MSRP

7

Denali Ultimate

$65,400 MSRP

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Live inventory

GMC Acadia vs Lexus NX300 FAQ

Which is better: 2027 GMC Acadia or 2021 Lexus NX300?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 GMC Acadia vs 2021 Lexus NX300 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 GMC Acadia or 2021 Lexus NX300?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2021 Lexus NX300 starts lower at $37,610. Live GMC Acadia listings start at $18,799.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 GMC Acadia or 2021 Lexus NX300?
The 2021 Lexus NX300 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (37,610).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 GMC Acadia or 2021 Lexus NX300?
The 2021 Lexus NX300 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 GMC Acadia or 2021 Lexus NX300?
The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on horsepower in this comparison (328).
Which has better seats: 2027 GMC Acadia or 2021 Lexus NX300?
The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 GMC Acadia or 2021 Lexus NX300?
The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).