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Lexus NX 250 Fuel Cost
Compact luxury SUV with standout interior tech and strong real-world MPG. Below are estimated fuel costs based on 25 combined MPG and average US gas prices.
Best for families that want SUV space without crushing fuel costs.
- Good for road trips
- Average efficiency
- Updated for 2026
- EPA-style MPG
- US avg fuel prices
- US units
- Transparent assumptions
22 MPG
28 MPG
25 MPG
14.5 gal
~363 mi
MPG breakdown
Estimated fuel cost at 12,000 miles/year
Based on 25 MPG and $4.10/gal.
Annual cost
$1968
Monthly cost
$164
Cost per mile
$0.164
Gallons / year
480
Estimate your own cost
Pre-filled with the Lexus NX 250's combined MPG.
Pre-filled with estimated combined MPG for the Lexus NX 250. Adjust for your real-world driving.
Estimated Annual Cost
$0.00
Per Month
$0.00
Per Mile
$0.000
~480 gallons per year
Cost by annual mileage
How much you'll spend per year at common US mileage levels (estimates).
| Miles per year | Gallons / year | Annual cost | Monthly cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8,000 | 320 | $1312 | $109 |
| 12,000 | 480 | $1968 | $164 |
| 15,000 | 600 | $2460 | $205 |
Estimates only. Actual costs depend on driving style, terrain, weather, and local fuel or electricity prices.
How we estimate Lexus NX 250 costs
- MPG / MPGe
- EPA-style combined city + highway figures for the base trim and recent model year.
- Fuel price
- Average US retail regular gas, premium where required, or per-kWh electricity.
- Annual mileage
- Default scenarios at 8,000 / 12,000 / 15,000 miles per year.
- Trim & year variance
- AWD, larger wheels, towing packages and older years can lower efficiency 5–15%.
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
What is the estimated annual fuel cost for the Lexus NX 250?
Driving 12,000 miles per year at 25 MPG and $4.10/gal, expect about $1968 per year. Heavier city driving or longer commutes will increase that.
What MPG does the Lexus NX 250 get?
Estimated EPA-style ratings are roughly 22 city / 28 highway / 25 combined MPG. Real-world numbers depend on terrain, climate and driving style.
What is the tank size of the Lexus NX 250?
The Lexus NX 250 typically has a 14.5-gallon tank. At 25 combined MPG, that's roughly 363 miles of driving range per fill-up.
How does Lexus NX 250 fuel cost compare to other vehicles?
At 12,000 miles per year, this vehicle costs about $1968. Compare it to other suvs on our index page or use the cost-per-mile calculator to compare two specific vehicles side-by-side.
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