2025 Honda CR-V vs 2025 Lexus NX

$30,100 · Crossover

$40,965 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The $10,865 MSRP difference between the 2025 Honda CR-V ($30,100) and the 2025 Lexus NX ($40,965) is the most significant data point separating these two crossovers. Performance figures are closely matched, with the Lexus NX offering a slight edge in power, delivering 203 hp compared to the CR-V's 190 hp, resulting in marginally higher torque at 184 lb-ft versus 179 lb-ft. Fuel efficiency favors the CR-V, achieving a combined 30 MPG against the NX's 28 MPG, translating to a 2 MPG advantage on the highway (34 MPG vs. 33 MPG). Where the vehicles diverge most substantially is cargo space; the CR-V provides 39.3 cu ft, dwarfing the NX's 22.7 cu ft capacity. Both vehicles maintain similar external dimensions, with the CR-V being slightly longer at 184.8 inches, while the NX utilizes a more conventional 8-speed automatic transmission compared to the CR-V's CVT.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Honda CR-V

The 2025 Honda CR-V wins for commuters due to its superior 30 MPG combined fuel economy.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Honda CR-V

With 39.3 cu ft of cargo capacity, the CR-V offers substantially more room for family hauling than the NX's 22.7 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Lexus NX

The 2025 Lexus NX has higher output with 203 horsepower and a conventional 8-speed automatic transmission, appealing more to driving enthusiasts.

💰 Best Value

2025 Honda CR-V

The CR-V offers higher fuel economy and significantly greater utility for $10,865 less than the Lexus NX.

Choose the Honda CR-V if...

Your primary concern is maximizing fuel economy, as the CR-V achieves 30 MPG combined.
You require maximum cargo utility, benefiting from the 39.3 cu ft capacity.
You are prioritizing a lower initial cost, with an MSRP of $30,100.

Choose the Lexus NX if...

You prefer a powertrain with 203 hp and an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.
You are willing to pay the premium for the Lexus badge and expected luxury features.
You prioritize maximizing torque, with the NX providing 184 lb-ft compared to the CR-V's 179 lb-ft.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda CR-V	Lexus NX
Length	184.8"	183.5"
Width	73.5"	73.4"
Height	66.2"	66.1"
Wheelbase	106.3"	105.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Honda	Lexus
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Blind Spot Monitor	—	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Honda	Lexus
Base Engine Displacement	1.5 L	2.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	190 hp @ 6000 rpm	203 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque	179 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm	184 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Honda	Lexus
Transmission Type	continuously variable-speed automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Honda	Lexus
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	28/34 MPG	26/33 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	30 MPG	28 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	392.0/476.0 mi.	377.0/478.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.0 gal.	14.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Honda	Lexus
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Single Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Honda	Lexus
Infotainment Display	7.0 in	9.8 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	160W	—
Speaker System	4	10
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Honda	Lexus
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Remote Keyless Entry	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	—	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Honda	Lexus
Front Head Room	40.0 in.	38.3 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	41.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.9 in.	56.3 in.
Front Hip Room	55.6 in.	56.3 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level

Rearseats

Feature	Honda	Lexus
Rear Head Room	38.2 in.	38.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	41.0 in.	36.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	54.0 in.
Rear Hip Room	52.6 in.	52.5 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Lexus
Wheel Material	Steel	—
Wheel Cover Type	✓	—
Wheel Diameter	17 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	—
Tire Size	235/65R	235/60R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	—
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	—	18 x 7.5 in
Run Flat Tires	—	✓

Suspension

Feature	Honda	Lexus
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Honda	Lexus
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ 10000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Honda CR-V and 2025 Lexus NX.

What is the primary functional difference between the 2025 Honda CR-V and the 2025 Lexus NX?

The most significant functional difference is cargo volume; the CR-V offers 39.3 cu ft, while the NX provides only 22.7 cu ft. Additionally, the CR-V's continuously variable transmission yields better fuel economy at 30 MPG combined.

How much more expensive is the 2025 Lexus NX compared to the 2025 Honda CR-V?

The 2025 Lexus NX commands a premium of $10,865 over the 2025 Honda CR-V, with MSRPs of $40,965 and $30,100, respectively.

Does the higher price of the Lexus NX translate to significantly better performance metrics?

The performance gap is minimal; the NX produces 203 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque, only slightly outpacing the CR-V's 190 hp and 179 lb-ft, but this power comes at the cost of 2 MPG combined efficiency.

Are the physical sizes of the two crossovers substantially different?

The overall external dimensions are very similar, with both cars sharing nearly identical width and height specifications. The CR-V is marginally longer at 184.8 inches versus the NX's 183.5 inches.

Which vehicle uses a traditional geared automatic transmission?

The 2025 Lexus NX utilizes an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission. In contrast, the 2025 Honda CR-V comes equipped with a continuously variable-speed automatic transmission (CVT).