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Lexus NX vs Honda ZR-V comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (46,000 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Honda ZR-V?

Lexus NX vs Honda ZR-V: Key differences

Lexus NX

4.8 (14 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Honda ZR-V

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • very slightly 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

NX

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Honda ZR-V is visibly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,971 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus NX uses 2.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Honda ZR-V with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

ZR-V

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 clearly more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 108 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 Honda ZR-V takes 7.8 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

NX

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, Honda ZR-V is very slightly lighter – 1,660 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus NX carries moderately more – 515 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus NX 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 £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
Lexus NX
Honda ZR-V

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Honda ZR-V

The Honda ZR-V blends smart practicality with sharper styling than you might expect, giving buyers a calm, competent companion for daily life. Inside it's comfortable and cleverly laid out, easy to live with and never trying too hard to be exciting.

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Lexus NX
Honda ZR-V

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
Price
35,100 - 38,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
72 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
65 - 134 g/km
co2
130 - 132 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
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Curb weight
1,660 - 1,710 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 515 kg
Payload
440 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Honda
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