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BMW X3 vs Lexus RX - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (398 HP vs 371 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 63500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Lexus RX?

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Lexus RX

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

X3

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 X3 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 51300 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12257 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus RX manages with 1.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the BMW X3 performs noticeable better – achieving up to 88 km, about 20 km more than the Lexus RX.

RX

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X3 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 398 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.20 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Lexus RX tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls slightly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 119 Nm difference.

X3

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, BMW X3 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1930 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers somewhat more room – 570 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 109 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1700 L, which is about 22 L more than the Lexus RX.

When it comes to payload, Lexus RX barely noticeable takes the win – 620 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RX 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.

BMW X3
Lexus RX

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RX

Lexus RX

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 371 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 68 km

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 RX

The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.

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BMW X3
Lexus RX

Costs and Consumption

Price
51300 - 72400 £
Price
63500 - 84700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
68 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
25 - 182 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 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
2040 - 2185 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
461 L
Length
4755 mm
Length
4890 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
1660 mm
Height
1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Max trunk capacity
1678 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
575 - 620 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
250 - 371 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
551 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
184 - 273 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the BMW X3?

The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.