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BMW XM vs Lexus RX - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (748 HP vs 371 HP), boot space and price (114700 £ vs 63500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Lexus RX?

BMW XM

Lexus RX

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 RX has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 63500 £ , while the BMW XM costs 114700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 51171 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus RX manages with 1.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW XM with 4.70 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the BMW XM performs somewhat better – achieving up to 80 km, about 12 km more than the Lexus RX.

RX

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 has a decisively edge – offering 748 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 377 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.20 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW XM performs to a small extent 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 XM pulls convincingly stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 449 Nm difference.

XM

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW XM offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Lexus RX is clearly perceptible lighter – 2040 kg compared to 2695 kg. The difference is around 655 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW XM offers somewhat more room – 527 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW XM performs minimal better – up to 1820 L, which is about 142 L more than the Lexus RX.

When it comes to payload, Lexus RX somewhat takes the win – 620 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Lexus RX shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £63,500
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 XM
Lexus RX

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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 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 XM
Lexus RX

Costs and Consumption

Price
114700 - 157200 £
Price
63500 - 84700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.1 L
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
77 - 80 km
Electric Range
68 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 138 g/km
co2
25 - 182 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2695 - 2795 kg
Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
461 L
Length
5110 mm
Length
4890 mm
Width
2005 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
1755 mm
Height
1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1820 L
Max trunk capacity
1678 L
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
575 - 620 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, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
250 - 371 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
700 - 1000 Nm
Torque
551 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
184 - 273 kW
Engine capacity
2998 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3

General

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

The BMW XM is available as 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.