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Lexus NX
2023 Lexus NX
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$38,605
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.9
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Mazda CX-5
2023 Mazda CX-5
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$26,700
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.8
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 24 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.3 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
203 hp @ 6600 rpm
187 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
184 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,660 lbs
3,728 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
2,000 lbs
2,000 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
28 MPG
26 MPG
City
26 MPG
24 MPG
Highway
33 MPG
30 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.3 (2022) Tons/yr
6.8 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
15.3 gallons
Cruising Range City
377 miles
367.2 miles
Cruising Range Highway
478.5 miles
459 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
183.5 in
180.1 in
Height
65.4 in
66.1 in
Max Width
73.4 in
72.6 in
Front Width
63.2 in
62.8 in
Rear Width
64 in
62.8 in
Wheelbase
105.9 in
106.2 in
Ground Clearance
7.7 in
7.6 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41 in
41 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.3 in
39.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
56.3 in
57.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
56.3 in
55.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
36.1 in
39.6 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.5 in
39 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
54 in
54.8 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
52.5 in
55.3 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
46.9 ft³
59.3 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
22.7 ft³
29.1 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
22.7 ft³
29.1 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
N/A
41.3 in
Box Height (Area)
N/A
32.4 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
40 ft
36 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
17" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Double Wishbone
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P235/60HR18
P225/65HR17
Rear Tire
P235/60HR18
P225/65HR17
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Atomic Silver
  • Cadmium Orange
  • Caviar
  • Cloudburst Gray
  • Eminent White Pearl
  • Grecian Water
  • Nori Green Pearl
  • Redline
  • Eternal Blue Mica
  • Jet Black Mica
  • Rhodium White Metallic
  • Soul Red Crystal Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Dark Rose, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Hazel, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Rich Cream, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Not Available
Cloth Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Optional
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Optional
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Optional
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
6 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
6 Years / 70,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Maintenance
1 Years / 10,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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