Compare performance (136 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (28300 £ vs 36500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LBX or VW Passat?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Lexus LBX has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28300 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8185 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Lexus LBX with 4.50 L. The difference is about 3.30 L per 100 km.
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 VW Passat has a significantly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.80 s, while the Lexus LBX takes 9.20 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Lexus LBX tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Passat pulls significantly stronger with 400 Nm compared to 185 Nm. That’s about 215 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Lexus LBX is distinct lighter – 1280 kg compared to 1573 kg. The difference is around 293 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers convincingly more room – 690 L compared to 332 L. That’s a difference of about 358 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs significantly better – up to 1920 L, which is about 926 L more than the Lexus LBX.
When it comes to payload, VW Passat to a small extent takes the win – 577 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 102 kg.
The VW Passat proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Passat is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Lexus LBX wraps premium touches and a surprisingly spacious cabin into a compact crossover that’s perfectly at home in town or heading out on longer drives. It wears the badge with quiet confidence, serving up a refined ride and clever packaging for buyers who want Lexus polish without shouting for attention.
detailsThe VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
28300 - 40000 £
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Price
36500 - 58500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
102 - 110 g/km
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co2
28 - 181 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
36 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1280 - 1365 kg
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Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
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Trunk capacity
255 - 332 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
4190 mm
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Length
4917 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1849 mm
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Height
1560 mm
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Height
1521 mm
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Max trunk capacity
992 - 994 L
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Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Payload
501 - 577 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 HP
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Power HP
122 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
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Torque
185 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 kW
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Power kW
90 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1490 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
VW
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.