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BMW X3 vs Lexus LBX - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (398 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 28300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Lexus LBX?

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Lexus LBX

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

X3 @ BMW Group Press

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Lexus LBX has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28300 £, while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £. That’s a price difference of around 22980 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X3 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Lexus LBX with 4.50 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.

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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 X3 has a significantly edge – offering 398 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 262 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Lexus LBX takes 9.20 s. That’s about 4.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Lexus LBX tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls decisively stronger with 670 Nm compared to 185 Nm. That’s about 485 Nm difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Lexus LBX is decisively lighter – 1280 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 650 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers decisively more room – 570 L compared to 332 L. That’s a difference of about 238 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs significantly better – up to 1700 L, which is about 706 L more than the Lexus LBX.

When it comes to payload, BMW X3 somewhat takes the win – 570 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW X3 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW X3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £51,300
X3 @ BMW Group Press

BMW X3

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 398 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.7 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km
BMW X3
Lexus LBX

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BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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The BMW X3 mixes Bavarian poise with everyday practicality, delivering a composed ride and a cabin that feels both premium and lived-in. It’s the sort of SUV that lets you enjoy sporty handling without sacrificing family-friendly space, so you get fun and sense in one neat package.

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Lexus LBX

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Costs and Consumption

Price
51300 - 72400 £
Price
28300 - 40000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
102 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1930 - 2140 kg
Curb weight
1280 - 1365 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
255 - 332 L
Length
4755 mm
Length
4190 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1660 mm
Height
1560 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 - 1700 L
Max trunk capacity
992 - 994 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full 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
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
185 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1490 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the BMW X3?

The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.