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Hyundai Tucson vs Lexus LBX comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (31,300 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Lexus LBX?

Hyundai Tucson vs Lexus LBX: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Lexus LBX

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • visibly 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

Tucson

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Lexus LBX is moderately cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Hyundai Tucson costs 31,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus LBX with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

LBX

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Tucson offers considerably more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 152 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Lexus LBX takes 9.2 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Tucson delivers clearly more torque with 379 Nm compared to 185 Nm. That’s about 194 Nm more.

Tucson

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus LBX is visibly lighter – 1,280 kg compared to 1,542 kg. The difference is around 262 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers clearly more boot space – 620 L compared to 332 L. That’s a difference of about 288 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries somewhat more – 545 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson stands well ahead of its rival 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 £31,300
Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 70 km
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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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Reviews Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Mike bird
29 Mar 2026, 15:20:07

Good car would have been better if it was all electric this PHEV is not a lot of good and there is so much that can go wrong . Expensive with the luxury road tax .

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Arvanitis Dimitri
12 Oct 2025, 14:52:44

It’s our second Tucson — a diesel manual and a petrol automatic. I can only confirm that our next one in 2027 will be 99.9% a Tucson again. Gorgeous, pleasant, economical and sporty. Top choice.

Lexus LBX

The Lexus LBX is a compact premium crossover that brings Lexus styling and craftsmanship to city driving, pairing a cozy interior with thoughtful tech and upscale materials. It focuses on a quiet, refined ride and fuel-efficient everyday usability while carrying the brand’s familiar emphasis on comfort and safety.

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5 (2 Reviews)
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DannyCS
5 Feb 2026, 18:32:14

We’re loving our LBX. Its fun to drive, great fuel economy and fancy too

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Hyundai Tucson
Lexus LBX

Costs and Consumption
Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Price
28,300 - 40,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
102 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
1,280 - 1,365 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
255 - 332 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
185 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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