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Audi Q8 vs Lexus NX comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 46,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Lexus NX?

Audi Q8 vs Lexus NX: Key differences

Audi Q8

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Lexus NX

4.8 (15 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q8

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Lexus NX is significantly cheaper – starting at 46,000 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,286 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus NX uses 2.9 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Audi Q8 with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q8 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 80 km, about 8 km more than the Lexus NX.

NX

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 offers substantially more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 348 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Lexus NX takes 6.4 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

Q8

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus NX is markedly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 370 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 offers only slightly more boot space – 605 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries visibly more – 665 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 is far ahead overall 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 £77,300
Q8

Audi Q8

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 231 - 640 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 80 km
Audi Q8
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 wraps coupe-like flair around a burly SUV stance, serving up a cabin dressed in premium materials and smart tech that puts comfort and swagger front and center. It’s composed and comfortable on long runs yet happy to play when asked, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want head-turning looks without surrendering everyday practicality.

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Lexus NX

The Lexus NX wraps striking, chiseled styling around a cabin that feels more crafted living room than utility vehicle, with soft materials and user-friendly tech that give it genuine premium cachet. On the road it's composed and quietly confident, trading sporty pretensions for a refined, easygoing personality that will suit buyers who want luxury without fuss — with a little Lexus flair to make daily commutes feel special.

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Audi Q8
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption

Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
72 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
65 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
475 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Lexus
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