Does the 2025 Lexus NX need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the 250 FWD.
- Premium: 9 of 14 trims. Regular: 5 of 14 trims.
- Premium by choice: $257 more a year.
- 56% of 148 SUVs (2025) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more. Electric miles 50%.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 FWD | 2.5L | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| 250 AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| 250 Premium FWD | 2.5L | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| 250 Premium AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| 350 AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| 350h AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Premium | 39 | $985 | $1,169 |
| 350 Premium AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| 350h Premium AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Premium | 39 | $985 | $1,169 |
| 350 F SPORT Handling AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| 350 Luxury AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| 350h Luxury AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Premium | 39 | $985 | $1,169 |
| 450h+ Luxury AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Premium | 36 | $533 | $633 |
| 450h+ F SPORT Handling AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Premium | 36 | $533 | $633 |
| NX 450h+ F SPORT AWD | 2.5L | Regular | 36 | $1,067 | $1,267 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Lexus NX | 250 FWD | Regular |
| 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander | LE FWD | Regular |
| 2025 Cadillac XT4 | Premium Luxury FWD | Premium |
| 2025 Chevrolet Traverse | LT FWD | Regular |
| 2025 Toyota 4Runner | SR5 2WD | Regular |
| 2025 Volvo XC40 | B5 Core Bright Theme AWD | Premium |
| 2025 BMW X1 | xDrive28i AWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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