2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs 2026 Lexus NX

$39,035 · Crossover

$44,175 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant disparity between the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and the 2026 Lexus NX is fuel economy, with the Lexus achieving a 40 combined MPG compared to the Jeep's 21 combined MPG, a difference of 19 MPG. Conversely, the Jeep asserts dominance in raw power, producing 293 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, significantly outclassing the Lexus's 240 hp output. Pricing is another critical factor, as the Grand Cherokee L starts at an MSRP of $39,035, undercutting the Lexus NX's $44,175 by $5,140. Dimensionally, the Jeep is substantially larger at 204.9 inches long compared to the NX's 183.5 inches, which translates to different interior dynamics. However, the smaller Lexus surprisingly offers more vertical cargo space at 22.7 cu ft versus the Jeep's 17.2 cu ft, though the Jeep’s rear-wheel-drive configuration contrasts with the NX's front-wheel-drive setup.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Lexus NX

The 2026 Lexus NX is the superior choice for daily commuting due to its class-leading 40 combined MPG efficiency.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L

The 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L offers a larger overall footprint at 204.9 inches long, suggesting more cabin volume for family utility.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L

The Jeep Grand Cherokee L provides 293 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, offering substantially more power than the Lexus NX's 240 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L

The Jeep Grand Cherokee L is the better value proposition, starting $5,140 lower in MSRP while offering significantly higher horsepower.

Choose the Jeep Grand Cherokee L if...

You prioritize maximum engine output, as the Jeep delivers 293 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque.
Budget is a major concern, given the Jeep's lower entry MSRP of $39,035.
A rear-wheel-drive platform is preferred over the Lexus's front-wheel-drive setup.

Choose the Lexus NX if...

Fuel economy is paramount, with the Lexus achieving 40 combined MPG versus the Jeep's 21.
You require more usable cargo volume, as the NX provides 22.7 cu ft compared to 17.2 cu ft.
You prefer the efficiency and operational smoothness of a continuously variable-speed automatic transmission.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Jeep Grand Cherokee L	Lexus NX
Length	204.9"	183.5"
Width	77.9"	73.4"
Height	71.5"	66.1"
Wheelbase	121.7"	105.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Jeep	Lexus
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row 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
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	2	3
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Jeep	Lexus
Base Engine Displacement	3.6 L	2.5 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	hybrid
Horsepower	293 hp @ 6400 rpm	240 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm	—
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Jeep	Lexus
Transmission Type	8-speed automatic	continuously variable-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	front wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	Jeep	Lexus
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/26 MPG	42/38 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	40 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	437.0/598.0 mi.	609.0/551.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	23.0 gal.	14.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Jeep	Lexus
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leatherette Steering Wheel	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Jeep	Lexus
Infotainment Display	8.4 in	9.8 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	10
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Jeep	Lexus
Front Head Room	39.8 in.	38.3 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	41.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.2 in.	56.3 in.
Front Hip Room	57.4 in.	56.3 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
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	Jeep	Lexus
Rear Head Room	39.9 in.	38.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.4 in.	36.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.0 in.	54.0 in.
Rear Hip Room	56.3 in.	52.5 in.
Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Jeep	Lexus
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 8.0 in	18 x 7.5 in
Tire Size	265/60R18	235/60R18
Tire Type	All Season	—
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Run Flat Tires	—	✓

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Jeep	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	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ 10000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and 2026 Lexus NX.

What is the primary trade-off between the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and the 2026 Lexus NX?

The primary trade-off involves power versus efficiency. The Jeep offers a significant advantage in horsepower (293 hp vs. 240 hp) but suffers severely in fuel economy, achieving only 21 combined MPG. Conversely, the Lexus excels with 40 combined MPG.

How much larger is the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L compared to the 2026 Lexus NX?

The Jeep is noticeably larger across all dimensions, measuring 204.9 inches in length compared to the NX's 183.5 inches. This equates to a 21.4-inch difference in overall length, suggesting a roomier interior for the Jeep.

Does the lower price of the Jeep mean it requires a lower grade of fuel?

Yes, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L specifies regular unleaded fuel, whereas the 2026 Lexus NX recommends premium unleaded. This difference in required fuel type contributes further to the long-term running cost disparity.

Despite its smaller size, why does the Lexus NX have better cargo capacity?

The Lexus NX provides 22.7 cu ft of cargo capacity, which is superior to the Jeep's 17.2 cu ft, despite the Jeep being 21.4 inches longer overall. This suggests the NX uses its smaller footprint for optimized cargo packing or offers a more flexible configuration for that metric.

What is the price difference between the base models of these two crossovers?

There is a significant MSRP difference of $5,140 between the two vehicles at their respective starting points. The Jeep begins at $39,035, while the Lexus NX starts at $44,175.

Are there any drivetrain distinctions between the two vehicles?

Yes, the vehicles employ contrasting drive types. The 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L comes standard with rear-wheel drive, while the 2026 Lexus NX utilizes a front-wheel-drive setup.