Lexus NX vs Tesla Model Y

Name: Tesla Model Y
Brand: Tesla
Rating: 4.7 (2240 reviews)

Lexus NX $56,595

Tesla Model Y $47,990 – $48,990

AI Comparison Summary

Comparing Lexus NX vs Tesla Model Y. Tesla Model Y offers the strongest value on price. Lexus NX leads on expert rating.

Overall Winner Lexus NX

Best Value Tesla Model Y

Top Rated Lexus NX

Fuel Economy Tesla Model Y

Performance Tesla Model Y

Winner

8.6/10

4.7/10

$56,595

Rating: 8.6/10

$47,990 – $48,990

Rating: 4.7/10

Specification	Lexus NX	Tesla Model Y

Brand	Lexus	Tesla
Model	NX	Model Y
Year	2026	2026
Type	Suv	Ev
Body Style	5-door luxury compact crossover suv	Compact Crossover SUV

Current Price	$56,595	$47,990 – $48,990
MSRP	$56,595	$48,990
Dealer Price	$54,800	$47,990

Engine	2.5L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve Gas/Electric Hybrid (A25A-FXS)	Dual Motor AWD
Horsepower	240	384 hp (est.)
Torque	179 lb-ft @ 4300 RPM (Engine)	Instant electric torque
0–60 mph	7.2s 0-60 mph	4.6 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed	124 mph	135 mph

Fuel Type	Premium Unleaded Recommended	Electric
Mileage / MPG	—	117 MPGe combined (EPA est.)
Range (EV)	0 miles	330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.)
Emissions	SULEV30 Certified	0 g/mi
Battery	Lithium-Ion Traction Battery Pack	Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.)
Charging	Engine power and regenerative braking re-capture	250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3)

Expert Rating	8.6/10	4.7/10
Community Reviews	0	2240
Performance Score	8.0	9.0
Comfort Score	8.8	8.7
Safety Score	—	9.1
Fuel Economy Score	—	9.5
Technology Score	9.0	9.5
Value Score	—	9.0

Pros	Adaptive Variable Suspension and performance dampers noticeably improve chassis poise and cornering composure; Class-lea...	Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci...
Cons	0-60 mph acceleration (7.2 seconds) feels adequate rather than sports-car quick compared to non-hybrid rivals; Cargo spa...	Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b...