2025 Lexus NX 250 AWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
City
25
MPG
Highway
32
MPG
Combined
28
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S8)
Regular
City
25
Hwy
32
Comb
28
Fuel cost: $2,400/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,400

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$0

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 6/10
GHG Score: 6/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
318 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
10.6 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2.5L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,405/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,191/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,083/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,216/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,423/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,416/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,995/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,474/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,327/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,383/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 28 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)

Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover Probability0.0%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
13
Owner Complaints
5
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems13 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 13 owner complaints for the 2025 Lexus NX 250 AWD. Top reported issues include wheels & tires, advanced safety (adas) and structure. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Wheels & Tires
3
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
2
Structure
2
Brakes
1
Visibility / Wipers
1
Locks & Latches
1
Speed Control
1
Air Bags
1

2025 Lexus NX 250 AWD problems by category: Wheels & Tires: 3 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 2 complaints, Structure: 2 complaints, Brakes: 1 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 1 complaints, Locks & Latches: 1 complaints, Speed Control: 1 complaints, Air Bags: 1 complaints.

5
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
3
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

StructureFiled: 12/28/2025ODI#11707357
With this 2025 Lexus NX350 Premium AWD, the front windshield glass is BADLY distorted. Looking at the road ahead while seated behind the steering wheel, objects aren't clear, they tend to be wobbly as…
Wheels & TiresFiled: 05/08/2025ODI#11659766
My lug bolts are rusted Rusted lug bolts and nuts can create several problems, including difficulty in removal or installation, damage to the studs or nuts, and even the risk of a wheel coming loose.…
Air BagsFiled: 02/25/2025Crash1 InjuryODI#11644860
Truck in front had hit brakes so I had tapped mine. Went back to cruise control to maintain distance. I hit the brakes at 0:00:15 when I realized the car was not slowing down. The brakes were palpita…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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