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BMW X5 vs Lexus NX – Which model is better for everyday use?

Two cars, one duel: BMW X5 meets Lexus NX.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

BMW X5

Lexus NX

5 (4 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Lexus NX has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46000 £, while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £. That’s a price difference of around 31029 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus NX manages with 2.90 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the BMW X5 with 3 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the BMW X5 performs noticeable better – achieving up to 105 km, about 33 km more than the Lexus NX.

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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 X5 has a convincingly edge – offering 625 HP compared to 309 HP. That’s roughly 316 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Lexus NX takes 6.30 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X5 performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Lexus NX tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Lexus NX is noticeable lighter – 1805 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 435 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers somewhat more room – 650 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X5 performs distinct better – up to 1870 L, which is about 434 L more than the Lexus NX.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 clearly perceptible takes the win – 705 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 190 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW X5 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW X5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

BMW X5
Lexus NX

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BMW X5

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 12.8 L
  • Electric Range : 105 km

BMW X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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Lexus NX

5 (4 Reviews)
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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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BMW X5
Lexus NX
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Costs and Consumption

Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
46000 - 64300 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
72 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
65 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
1805 - 2065 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
4935 - 4948 mm
Length
4660 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1670 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
1436 L
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
475 - 515 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
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
244 - 309 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
179 - 227 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
2487 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lexus
Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X5 is available as 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.

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