Lexus NX vs Tesla Model Y
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.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Lexus NX
Best Value
Tesla Model Y
Fuel Economy
Tesla Model Y
Performance
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y
4.7/10Visual Comparison
Category Radar
Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Lexus NX
$56,595
Rating: 8.6/10
Tesla Model Y
$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... |
