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Ford Ranger vs Lexus NX comparison

Compare performance (281 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 46,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or Lexus NX?

Ford Ranger vs Lexus NX: Key differences

Ford Ranger

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Lexus NX

4.8 (13 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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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

Ranger

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Lexus NX is very slightly cheaper – starting at 46,000 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,411 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus NX uses 2.9 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Ford Ranger with 3.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Lexus NX offers significantly more range – reaching up to 72 km, about 30 km more than the Ford Ranger.

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 Lexus NX offers only slightly more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 281 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus NX is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

Ranger

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 terms of curb weight, Lexus NX is clearly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 600 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries clearly more – 989 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 474 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus NX is slightly ahead 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
Ford Ranger
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption

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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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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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Ford Ranger
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
42 km
Electric Range
72 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
70 - 265 g/km
co2
65 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,918 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
845 - 989 kg
Payload
475 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, 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
240 - 281 HP
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Lexus
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