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Compare 2023 Lexus NX vs Tesla Model Y

2023 Lexus NX
2023 Lexus NX
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$38,605
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.9
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2023 Tesla Model Y
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$48,990
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.8
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
Electric
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Single Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 127 MPGE
Hwy: 117 MPGE
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
N/A
Range
N/A
Range
330 miles
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Electric
Horsepower
203 hp @ 6600 rpm
425 hp
Torque
184 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
475 lb-ft
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Single Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,660 lbs
4,555 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
2,000 lbs
N/A
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
28 MPG
122 MPGE
City
26 MPG
127 MPGE
Highway
33 MPG
117 MPGE

Emissions

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

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
N/A
Cruising Range City
377 miles
N/A
Cruising Range Highway
478.5 miles
N/A

Battery Range & Charge Times

Range
N/A
330 miles
Battery Size
N/A
81 kWh
Charge Time
N/A
11.5 Hrs Charge Time @ 220/240V

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
183.5 in
187 in
Height
65.4 in
63.9 in
Max Width
73.4 in
75.6 in
Front Width
63.2 in
64.4 in
Rear Width
64 in
64.4 in
Wheelbase
105.9 in
113.8 in
Ground Clearance
7.7 in
6.6 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41 in
41.8 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.3 in
41 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
56.3 in
56.4 in
Front Seat Hip Room
56.3 in
53.8 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
36.1 in
40.5 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.5 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
54 in
54 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
52.5 in
50.6 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
46.9 ft³
76.2 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
22.7 ft³
30.2 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
22.7 ft³
30.2 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

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

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
19" x 9.5"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
19" x 9.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Double Wishbone
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P235/60HR18
P255/45WR19
Rear Tire
P235/60HR18
P255/45WR19

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Atomic Silver
  • Cadmium Orange
  • Caviar
  • Cloudburst Gray
  • Eminent White Pearl
  • Grecian Water
  • Nori Green Pearl
  • Redline
  • Midnight Silver Metallic
  • Pearl White Multi-Coat

Optional Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Deep Blue Metallic
  • Solid Black
  • Red Multi-Coat

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Dark Rose, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Hazel, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Rich Cream, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Black, Vegan Leather Seat Trim
  • White/Black, Vegan Leather Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Not Available
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
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Standard

Comfort

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

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Not Available
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
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
6 Years / Unlimited Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
6 Years / 70,000 Miles
8 Years / 120,000 Miles
Maintenance
1 Years / 10,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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