The NX is smaller than its German and Japanese rivals, though it’s bigger than those makers’ pint-size SUVs.
For some buyers, it may be the ideal recipe.
The Mercedes GLC has more design flair and can be had with healthy AMG power for a hefty price.
The BMW X3 is an appealing, low-stress crossover with good features and strong turbocharged engines.
The Jaguar E-Pace is small but has an upmarket feel that appeals, and its styling is top-notch.
Infiniti’s QX50 has a high-tech engine, but it feels like it’s playing catch up with other luxury brands.
We like the Acura RDX for its impressive dynamics, but its user interface is also complicated.
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The dramatic shape of the 2021 Lexus NX have stayed fresh—and so has its hybrid mileage. |
The 2021 Acura RDX satisfies sport-sedan drivers and crossover needers alike with strong performance and scads of space. |
The 2021 BMW X3 is a do-all small crossover loaded with luxury, technology, and usability, with a dash of sporty personality. |
The 2021 Infiniti QX50 is a tech-forward crossover SUV with a plush interior that nonetheless can feel like a wallflower. |
The 2020 Jaguar E-Pace is a city-sized luxury SUV that’s stylish and fun to drive, but not without faults. |
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is comfortable and quiet, with few rivals in among small luxury crossovers. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $37,610 | $38,400 | $43,000 | $38,050 | $39,950 | $42,500 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 22 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy |
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| Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
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| Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 4WD | Small SUV 2WD |
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| NX 300 FWD | FWD | sDrive30i Sports Activity Vehicle | PURE FWD | P250 AWD | GLC 300 SUV |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sports Activity Vehicle | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
| Transmission | |||||
| Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | CVT w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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