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Kia Picanto vs Lexus NX comparison

Compare performance (68 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (15,100 £ vs 46,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Lexus NX?

Kia Picanto vs Lexus NX: Key differences

Kia Picanto

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Lexus NX

4.8 (15 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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

Picanto

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Picanto is substantially cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,951 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus NX uses 2.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

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 considerably more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 224 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus NX is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 8.2 s quicker.

Picanto

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, Kia Picanto is considerably lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 681 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus NX offers significantly more boot space – 545 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 290 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus NX carries markedly more – 515 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 183 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus NX is clearly superior overall 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
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Kia Picanto

Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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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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Reviews Lexus NX

4.8 (15 Reviews)
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Jan
14 Jun 2026, 12:16:49

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Марк
24 May 2026, 16:30:02

Нх это лучшее

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David Jenkins
28 Mar 2026, 20:57:02

Superb handling, averaging 89mpg, decent electric range, very comfortable to drive, good cabin space, good size touch screen, extremely quick, no better car to drive and live with.

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David Jenkins
2 Feb 2026, 20:38:48

By far the best PHEV in its class, superb handling, top rated relaibility, & super quick on EV mode as well as its well equipped 2.5 litre petrol engine.

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Pierre Joris
21 Nov 2025, 23:21:12

Lexus has a history and offers a 10-year warranty.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 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
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Electric Range
72 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 134 g/km
co2
65 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,595 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
475 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
96 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Lexus
What drivetrain options does the Kia Picanto have?

The Kia Picanto is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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