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Lexus NX vs Jeep Compass comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (46,000 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Jeep Compass?

Lexus NX vs Jeep Compass: Key differences

Lexus NX

4.8 (15 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Jeep Compass

2.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
  • marginally 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

NX

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Jeep Compass is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,828 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus NX uses 2.9 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Jeep Compass offers considerably more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 428 km more than the Lexus NX.

Compass

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 Lexus NX offers noticeably more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus NX is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Jeep Compass takes 8 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

NX

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Jeep Compass is only slightly lighter – 1,667 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 138 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Compass offers marginally more boot space – 550 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus NX carries barely more – 515 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Compass 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 £34,200
Compass

Jeep Compass

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 95 - 500 km
Lexus NX
Jeep Compass

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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Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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Lexus NX
Jeep Compass

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
72 km
Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
65 - 134 g/km
co2
0 - 127 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
550 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 515 kg
Payload
472 - 473 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Jeep
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