BMW X2 vs Lexus NX – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

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.

BMW X2 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41200 £, while the Lexus NX costs 46000 £. That’s a price difference of around 4800 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus NX manages with 2.90 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the BMW X2 with 4.50 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

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 Lexus NX has a slight edge – offering 309 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 9 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X2 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Lexus NX takes 6.30 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X2 performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Lexus NX tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

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 curb weight, the BMW X2 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1645 kg compared to 1805 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X2 offers slight more room – 560 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X2 performs slight better – up to 1470 L, which is about 34 L more than the Lexus NX.

When it comes to payload, Lexus NX slight takes the win – 515 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Our conclusion: The Lexus NX proves to be is largely superior and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, Lexus NX is the better all-rounder in this comparison.