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Lexus NX250 vs Volkswagen Atlas

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

Vehicles

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2025 Lexus NX250

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2026 Volkswagen Atlas

Overview

SpecLexus NX250250Volkswagen AtlasSE
Selected trim250SE
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20252026

Pricing & market

SpecLexus NX250250Volkswagen AtlasSE
MSRP$40,965$39,310 (best)
Lowest listing price$12,499 (best)
Median listing price$43,721 (best)
Highest listing price$58,289 (best)
For sale now0267 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecLexus NX250250Volkswagen AtlasSE
Combined MPG28 MPG (best)22 MPG
City MPG26 MPG (best)20 MPG
Highway MPG33 MPG (best)26 MPG
Fuel tank14.5 gal18.6 gal (best)

Performance

SpecLexus NX250250Volkswagen AtlasSE
Horsepower203 hp269 hp (best)
Torque184 lb-ft273 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecLexus NX250250Volkswagen AtlasSE
Seating5 seats7 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume46.9 cu ft96.6 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,000 lbs5,000 lbs (best)
Payload895 lbs1,102 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,660 lbs (best)4,317 lbs
Ground clearance8.1 in (best)6.3 in
Wheelbase105.9 in117.3 in (best)
Length183.5 in200.7 in (best)
Width73.4 in78.3 in (best)
Height66.1 in70.4 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecLexus NX250250Volkswagen AtlasSE
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)2

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.

TrimLexus NX250Volkswagen Atlas
1

250

$40,965 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$39,310 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

250

$42,565 MSRP

SE

$41,210 MSRP

3

250 Premium

$42,890 MSRP

SE w/Technology

$43,730 MSRP

4

250 Premium

$44,490 MSRP

SE w/Technology

$45,630 MSRP

5

Peak Edition

$48,060 MSRP

6

SEL

$49,620 MSRP

7

SEL Premium R-Line

$54,630 MSRP

Live inventory

Lexus NX250 vs Volkswagen Atlas FAQ

Which is better: 2025 Lexus NX250 or 2026 Volkswagen Atlas?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Lexus NX250 vs 2026 Volkswagen Atlas on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2025 Lexus NX250 or 2026 Volkswagen Atlas?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas starts lower at $39,310. Live Volkswagen Atlas listings start at $12,499.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Lexus NX250 or 2026 Volkswagen Atlas?
The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,310).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Lexus NX250 or 2026 Volkswagen Atlas?
The 2025 Lexus NX250 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
Which has better horsepower: 2025 Lexus NX250 or 2026 Volkswagen Atlas?
The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas leads on horsepower in this comparison (269).
Which has better seats: 2025 Lexus NX250 or 2026 Volkswagen Atlas?
The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2025 Lexus NX250 or 2026 Volkswagen Atlas?
The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Lexus NX250 vs 2026 Volkswagen Atlas?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Volkswagen Atlas (5/5 NHTSA overall).