Toyota Yaris Cross vs Lexus NX

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Toyota Yaris Cross
Toyota Yaris Cross

$31,790 - $41,280

2026 price

Lexus NX
Lexus NX

$56,990 - $103,598

2025 price

Summary

2026 Toyota Yaris Cross
2025 Lexus NX
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Inline 3, 1.5L

Inline 4, 2.5L
Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded/Electric
Fuel Efficiency
3.8L/100km (combined)

1.3L/100km (combined)
Energy consumption

14.0 kWh/100km
Electric range

87 km
Battery capacity

18.10 kWh
Seating
5

5
Dislikes
  • Cabin is ageing
  • Missing some features for price point
  • Model-year upgrades are too modest

  • Misses out on a few items for a flagship model
  • Not as flashy inside as rivals
  • Plug-in hybrid powertrain won't win over everyone
2026 Toyota Yaris Cross Summary

Toyota’s smallest SUV has picked up a few subtle styling and tech tweaks as part of a minor model year update. 

It goes up against familiar names like the Nissan Juke and Kia Stonic in the light SUV segment, as well as hybrid rivals like the newer Suzuki Fronx and Chery Tiggo 4

But does the Toyota still have enough appeal this late in its life cycle?

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2025 Lexus NX Summary

The Lexus NX 450h+ F Sport is a well-specified and plush-looking medium SUV that has a plug-in hybrid powertrain - a first for the brand.

On paper, it seems to tick the boxes for size, luxury and efficiency but we've been testing the flagship grade to see if it's a winning combo in real life.

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