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Aixam Minauto vs Lexus RC comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (9,900 £ vs 82,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aixam Minauto or Lexus RC?

Aixam Minauto vs Lexus RC: Key differences

Aixam Minauto

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Lexus RC

  • significantly more power
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Minauto

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Aixam Minauto is substantially cheaper – starting at 9,900 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 72,394 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus RC offers significantly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 456 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers significantly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 480 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Lexus RC offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Aixam Minauto is clearly lighter – 425 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 1,290 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries considerably more – 535 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 285 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Aixam Minauto holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £9,900
Minauto

Aixam Minauto

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
  • Electric Range 75 km
Aixam Minauto
Lexus RC

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Aixam Minauto

The Aixam Minauto is a tiny, no-nonsense city microcar from Aixam that prioritizes ease of parking and low running costs over outright performance. It suits urban commuters who want a compact, economical runabout with basic comfort and safety, though buyers should expect limited pace and cabin space compared with conventional cars.

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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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Aixam Minauto
Lexus RC

Costs and Consumption

Price
9,900 - 10,900 £
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
268 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
425 kg
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
366 L
Length
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Length
4,710 mm
Width
1,500 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
-
Height
1,390 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 kg
Payload
535 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
464 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
270 km/h
Torque
21 - 40 Nm
Torque
520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
2
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
341 kW
Engine capacity
479 cm3
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Aixam
Brand
Lexus
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