Lexus NX300 vs Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
Overview
| Spec | Lexus NX300300 | Volkswagen Atlas Cross SportSE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 300 | SE |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2021 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lexus NX300300 | Volkswagen Atlas Cross SportSE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $37,610 (best) | $38,300 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lexus NX300300 | Volkswagen Atlas Cross SportSE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 18.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Lexus NX300300 | Volkswagen Atlas Cross SportSE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 235 hp | 269 hp (best) |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lexus NX300300 | Volkswagen Atlas Cross SportSE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 54.5 cu ft | 77.6 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,150 lbs (best) | 1,102 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,940 lbs (best) | 4,165 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.9 in (best) | 6.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 117.3 in (best) |
| Length | 182.7 in | 195.6 in (best) |
| Width | 73.6 in | 78.3 in (best) |
| Height | 64.8 in | 68.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lexus NX300300 | Volkswagen Atlas Cross SportSE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 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 pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | Lexus NX300 | Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 300 $37,610 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SE $38,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 300 $39,010 MSRP | SE $40,200 MSRP |
| 3 | 300 F SPORT $39,710 MSRP | SE w/Technology $42,720 MSRP |
| 4 | 300 F SPORT $41,110 MSRP | SE w/Technology $44,620 MSRP |
| 5 | 300 Luxury $44,060 MSRP | SEL $48,610 MSRP |
| 6 | 300 Luxury $45,460 MSRP | SEL R-Line Black $50,560 MSRP |
| 7 | — | SEL Premium R-Line $53,620 MSRP |