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BMW 2 Series vs Lexus LBX comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Lexus LBX?

BMW 2 Series vs Lexus LBX: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

Lexus LBX

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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • clearly lighter

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

2 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Lexus LBX is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,894 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus LBX uses 4.5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

LBX

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 BMW 2 Series offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 394 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Lexus LBX takes 9.2 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers significantly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 185 Nm. That’s about 465 Nm more.

2 Series

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 LBX offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus LBX is clearly lighter – 1,280 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LBX carries moderately more – 475 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series is clearly superior 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 £39,200
2 Series

BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 10 L/100km
BMW 2 Series
Lexus LBX

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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Lexus LBX

The Lexus LBX wraps premium touches and a surprisingly spacious cabin into a compact crossover that’s perfectly at home in town or heading out on longer drives. It wears the badge with quiet confidence, serving up a refined ride and clever packaging for buyers who want Lexus polish without shouting for attention.

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BMW 2 Series
Lexus LBX

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
Price
28,300 - 40,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
102 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
51 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,280 - 1,365 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,537 mm
Length
-
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
237 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
185 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lexus
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