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Lexus LM vs VW T-Cross comparison

Compare performance (206 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (110,100 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or VW T-Cross?

Lexus LM vs VW T-Cross: Key differences

Lexus LM

  • noticeably more power
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VW T-Cross

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW T-Cross is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 110,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 88,748 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW T-Cross uses 5.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus LM with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

T-Cross

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus LM offers noticeably more power – delivering 206 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 56 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW T-Cross is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the Lexus LM takes 8.7 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Lexus LM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW T-Cross is considerably lighter – 1,267 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 1,078 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LM carries moderately more – 535 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW T-Cross is decisively 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 £21,400
T-Cross

VW T-Cross

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 6 L/100km
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Lexus LM

The Lexus LM is a decadent, chauffeur-friendly people carrier that dresses up van practicality with yacht-like luxury and unmistakable Lexus polish. Inside it’s all about rear-seat pampering and serene refinement — perfect for buyers who want to arrive feeling like royalty, even if it’s not for the tightest budget or the smallest parking space.

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VW T-Cross

The VW T-Cross turns everyday practicality into a style statement, offering a roomy-feeling cabin, clever storage and playful design that suits town life and family duties alike. On the road it's composed and relaxed, rewarding buyers who want the raised seating and confident presence of an SUV without the weighty compromises.

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Reviews VW T-Cross

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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Monika
12 Feb 2026, 07:34:19

I chose the T‑Cross — more comfortable and roomier inside, especially for adult passengers; bought on the model‑year clearance — running costs work out cheaper even taking into account fuel savings from the Toyota hybrid (planned over five years); I like the space and the VW suited me better — I prefer the view through the front windshield.

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Erasmo Paone
21 Oct 2025, 21:49:59

Very practical, interior space is excellent. Lacks charm, fuel consumption is a bit high.

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Lexus LM
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Costs and Consumption
Price
110,100 - 132,000 £
Price
21,400 - 32,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
160 g/km
co2
124 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,267 - 1,338 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,784 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 535 kg
Payload
463 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
206 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
152 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Lexus LM?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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