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2026 Lexus NX vs 2026 Tesla Model Y

📊 Key Differences
  • Fuel economy: 40 MPG vs 138 MPG combined — Tesla Model Y is more efficient
  • Annual fuel cost: $2050 vs $550 — Tesla Model Y saves $ per year
  • Fuel type: Premium Gasoline vs Electricity
Specification 2026 Lexus NX 2026 Tesla Model Y
Year20262026
ClassSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel TypePremium GasolineElectricity
DriveFront-Wheel DriveRear-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S6)Automatic (A1)
Cylinders4
Displacement (L)2.5
City MPG42148
Highway MPG38129
Combined MPG40138
Annual Fuel Cost$2050$550
CO₂ (g/mile)220.0
EPA Fuel Economy Score7/1010/10
EPA GHG Score7/1010/10
🚗 2026 Lexus NX

Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD with 40 MPG combined fuel economy. Runs on Premium Gasoline. Front-Wheel Drive drivetrain.

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🚗 2026 Tesla Model Y

Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD with 138 MPG combined fuel economy. Runs on Electricity. Rear-Wheel Drive drivetrain.

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