Vehicle comparison
Genesis GV70 vs Lexus NX 250
Side-by-side fuel and ownership cost comparison. Estimates use 12,000 mi/year at average US gas prices.
- Updated for 2026
- EPA-style MPG
- US avg fuel prices
- US units
- Transparent assumptions
Lowest running cost
Lexus NX 250 wins on fuel cost
At 12,000 miles per year, the Lexus NX 250 costs about $1968 per year, roughly $82 less than the Genesis GV70. Over 5 years, that's about $410 in fuel savings.
Spec & cost comparison
MPG/MPGe figures are estimates based on typical recent model years.
| Spec | Genesis GV70 | Lexus NX 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City MPG/MPGe | 22 | 22 |
| Highway MPG/MPGe | 28 | 28 |
| Combined MPG/MPGe | 24 | 25 |
| Tank / Battery | 17.4 gal | 14.5 gal |
| Energy cost | $4.10/gal | $4.10/gal |
| Cost per mile | $0.171 | $0.164 |
Annual cost at 8k / 12k / 15k miles
Estimated yearly fuel spend at common US mileage levels.
| Miles/year | Genesis GV70 | Lexus NX 250 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8,000 | $1367/yr · $114/mo | $1312/yr · $109/mo | $55 (Lexus NX 250) |
| 12,000 | $2050/yr · $171/mo | $1968/yr · $164/mo | $82 (Lexus NX 250) |
| 15,000 | $2563/yr · $214/mo | $2460/yr · $205/mo | $103 (Lexus NX 250) |
Estimates only. Real costs depend on driving style, terrain, local gas/electricity prices and weather.
Which one is best for…
Best for commuting
Lexus NX 250
Highest combined MPG/MPGe and lowest cost per mile means cheaper daily driving.
See Lexus NX 250Best for road trips
Lexus NX 250
Better highway efficiency, larger tank/battery and longer range between stops.
See Lexus NX 250Best for families
Lexus NX 250
SUVs, minivans and three-row vehicles win on space and child-seat flexibility.
See Lexus NX 250Best for lowest running cost
Lexus NX 250
Cheaper energy use and lower cost per mile at every common mileage tier.
See Lexus NX 250How we compare these vehicles
- Annual mileage
- Modeled at 12,000 mi/yr unless a scenario specifies otherwise.
- Cost per mile
- $/gal ÷ MPG, or $/kWh ÷ (MPGe ÷ 33.7) for EVs.
- EV vs gas
- Compared at average US gas and residential electricity prices — fast-charging can be 2–3× higher.
- Maintenance
- Fuel cost only — EVs typically save another $400–$1,000/yr in service and brake wear.
Sources & assumptions
- EPA fuel economy data — City / highway / combined MPG and MPGe baselines.
- U.S. Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov) — Vehicle efficiency and EV range references.
- AAA gas price trends — Recent national and regional retail fuel averages.
- EIA electricity rates — Average residential per-kWh prices used for EV charging.
We summarize publicly available data — no scraping, no external API calls. Figures are calibrated periodically; use the calculators above for your exact inputs.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to drive, the Genesis GV70 or Lexus NX 250?
At 12,000 miles per year, the Lexus NX 250 costs about $1968 per year vs $2050 for the Genesis GV70 — roughly $82 less per year.
What's the MPG difference between the Genesis GV70 and Lexus NX 250?
The Genesis GV70 is rated around 24 combined MPG versus 25 MPG for the Lexus NX 250. Highway figures are 28 vs 28.
How much will I spend on fuel over 5 years?
Driving 12,000 miles a year for five years, expect about $10250 for the Genesis GV70 and $9840 for the Lexus NX 250, a difference of roughly $410.
Is the Genesis GV70 or Lexus NX 250 better for commuting?
For pure cost per mile, the Lexus NX 250 wins. EVs charged at home typically deliver the lowest commuting cost, followed by hybrids and efficient compacts.
Which one is better for road trips?
Lexus NX 250 is generally the better road-trip choice — gas and hybrid vehicles win on long highway routes thanks to faster refueling, while EVs work best when charging stops fit your route.
Are these fuel cost numbers accurate for my driving?
They're estimates based on EPA-style combined MPG and average US gas prices. Real-world cost depends on local fuel prices, driving style, terrain, weather and how much city vs highway driving you do.