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Lexus NX300h vs Lincoln MKX

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

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2021 Lexus NX300h

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2018 Lincoln MKX

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Overview

SpecLexus NX300h300hLincoln MKXPremiere
Selected trim300hPremiere
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typehybridgas
Model year20212018

Pricing & market

SpecLexus NX300h300hLincoln MKXPremiere
MSRP$40,160$39,035 (best)
Lowest listing price—$13,616 (best)
Median listing price—$14,394 (best)
Highest listing price—$14,477 (best)
For sale now03 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecLexus NX300h300hLincoln MKXPremiere
Combined MPG31 MPG (best)20 MPG
City MPG33 MPG (best)17 MPG
Highway MPG30 MPG (best)25 MPG
Fuel tank14.8 gal18 gal (best)

Performance

SpecLexus NX300h300hLincoln MKXPremiere
Horsepower194 hp303 hp (best)
Torque—278 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.5 L3.7 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecLexus NX300h300hLincoln MKXPremiere
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume53.7 cu ft (best)37.2 cu ft
Towing capacity1,500 lbs3,500 lbs (best)
Payload1,155 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,180 lbs4,168 lbs (best)
Ground clearance6.7 in7.8 in (best)
Wheelbase104.7 in112.2 in (best)
Length182.7 in190 in (best)
Width73.6 in76.1 in (best)
Height64.8 in66.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecLexus NX300h300hLincoln MKXPremiere
NHTSA overall—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)—5 / 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)None reported (best)5

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 NX300hLincoln MKX
1

300h

$40,160 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premiere

$39,035 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

300h Luxury

$46,610 MSRP

Premiere

$41,530 MSRP

3

300h F SPORT Black Line

$46,910 MSRP

Select

$42,550 MSRP

4—

Select

$45,045 MSRP

5—

Reserve

$46,560 MSRP

6—

Reserve

$49,055 MSRP

7—

Black Label

$54,230 MSRP

8—

Black Label

$56,725 MSRP

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Lexus NX300h vs Lincoln MKX FAQ

Which is better: 2021 Lexus NX300h or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2021 Lexus NX300h vs 2018 Lincoln MKX on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2021 Lexus NX300h or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 Lincoln MKX starts lower at $39,035. Live Lincoln MKX listings start at $13,616.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2021 Lexus NX300h or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
The 2018 Lincoln MKX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,035).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2021 Lexus NX300h or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
The 2021 Lexus NX300h leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
Which has better horsepower: 2021 Lexus NX300h or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
The 2018 Lincoln MKX leads on horsepower in this comparison (303).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2021 Lexus NX300h or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
The 2018 Lincoln MKX leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2021 Lexus NX300h vs 2018 Lincoln MKX?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Lincoln MKX (5/5 NHTSA overall).