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BMW XM vs Lexus NX comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 46,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Lexus NX?

BMW XM vs Lexus NX: Key differences

BMW XM

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • barely more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Lexus NX

4.8 (15 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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

XM

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Lexus NX is clearly cheaper – starting at 46,000 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 70,114 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus NX uses 2.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW XM with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW XM offers barely more range – reaching up to 80 km, about 8 km more than the Lexus NX.

NX

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW XM offers considerably more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 456 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Lexus NX takes 6.4 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

XM

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus NX is considerably lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 890 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus NX offers only slightly more boot space – 545 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries only slightly more – 525 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus NX holds a slight edge 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 £46,000
NX

Lexus NX

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 200 - 292 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 72 km
BMW XM
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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Lexus NX

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 XM
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption

Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
72 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
65 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
475 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
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
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lexus
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