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Lexus NX350h vs Nissan Ariya

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

Vehicles

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2026 Lexus NX350h

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2025 Nissan Ariya

Overview

SpecLexus NX350h350hNissan AriyaEngage
Selected trim350hEngage
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)electric
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic1-speed direct drive
Engine typehybridelectric
Model year20262025

Pricing & market

SpecLexus NX350h350hNissan AriyaEngage
MSRP$44,775$39,770 (best)
Lowest listing price$20,702 (best)
Median listing price$28,499 (best)
Highest listing price$34,484 (best)
For sale now018 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecLexus NX350h350hNissan AriyaEngage
Combined MPG40 MPG (best)
City MPG42 MPG (best)
Highway MPG38 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe101 MPGe (best)
Electric range216 mi (best)
240V charge time10 hr (best)
Fuel tank14.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecLexus NX350h350hNissan AriyaEngage
Horsepower240 hp (best)214 hp
Torque221 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4

Size & capability

SpecLexus NX350h350hNissan AriyaEngage
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume46.9 cu ft59.7 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)
Payload895 lbs990 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,945 lbs (best)4,323 lbs
Ground clearance8.1 in (best)6.3 in
Wheelbase105.9 in109.3 in (best)
Length183.5 in (best)182.9 in
Width73.4 in74.8 in (best)
Height66.1 in (best)65.4 in

Safety & recalls

SpecLexus NX350h350hNissan AriyaEngage
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 pole4 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
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.

TrimLexus NX350hNissan Ariya
1

350h

$44,775 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Engage

$39,770 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

350h

$46,325 MSRP

Engage e-4ORCE

$43,770 MSRP

3

350h Premium

$46,700 MSRP

Evolve+

$44,370 MSRP

4

350h Premium

$48,250 MSRP

Engage+ e-4ORCE

$45,370 MSRP

5

350h Luxury

$50,840 MSRP

Evolve+ e-4ORCE

$48,370 MSRP

6

350h Luxury

$52,390 MSRP

Platinum+ e-4ORCE

$54,370 MSRP

7

350h F SPORT Handling

$53,250 MSRP

Platinum+ e-4ORCE

$54,370 MSRP

8

350h F SPORT Handling

$54,800 MSRP

Live inventory

Lexus NX350h vs Nissan Ariya FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Lexus NX350h or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Lexus NX350h vs 2025 Nissan Ariya on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Lexus NX350h or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Nissan Ariya starts lower at $39,770. Live Nissan Ariya listings start at $20,702.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Lexus NX350h or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
The 2025 Nissan Ariya leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,770).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Lexus NX350h or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
The 2026 Lexus NX350h leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (40).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Lexus NX350h or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
The 2025 Nissan Ariya leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (289).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Lexus NX350h or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
The 2025 Nissan Ariya leads on horsepower in this comparison (389).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Lexus NX350h or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
The 2026 Lexus NX350h leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Lexus NX350h vs 2025 Nissan Ariya?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Nissan Ariya (5/5 NHTSA overall).