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Lexus NX vs Mazda CX-80 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (309 HP vs 327 HP), boot space and price (46000 £ vs 48200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Mazda CX-80?

Lexus NX

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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Mazda CX-80

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

NX

Costs and Efficiency:

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 NX has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46000 £, while the Mazda CX-80 costs 48200 £. That’s a price difference of around 2186 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda CX-80 manages with 1.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Lexus NX with 2.90 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Lexus NX performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 72 km, about 11 km more than the Mazda CX-80.

CX-80

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 Mazda CX-80 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 327 HP compared to 309 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus NX is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Mazda CX-80 takes 6.80 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda CX-80 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 219 km/h, while the Lexus NX tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 19 km/h.

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.

Seats: Mazda CX-80 offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Lexus NX is to a small extent lighter – 1805 kg compared to 2131 kg. The difference is around 326 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lexus NX offers decisively more room – 545 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 287 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-80 performs distinct better – up to 1971 L, which is about 535 L more than the Lexus NX.

When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-80 clearly perceptible takes the win – 650 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mazda CX-80 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mazda CX-80 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £48,200
CX-80

Mazda CX-80

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 254 - 327 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 5.8 L
  • Electric Range : 61 km
Lexus NX
Mazda CX-80

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Lexus NX

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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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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Mazda CX-80

The Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.

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Lexus NX
Mazda CX-80
NX
CX-80

Costs and Consumption

Price
46000 - 64300 £
Price
48200 - 60200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 5.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
72 km
Electric Range
61 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
65 - 134 g/km
co2
35 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 74 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1805 - 2065 kg
Curb weight
2131 - 2240 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
258 L
Length
4660 mm
Length
4995 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1890 mm
Height
1670 mm
Height
1714 mm
Max trunk capacity
1436 L
Max trunk capacity
1971 L
Payload
475 - 515 kg
Payload
649 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
244 - 309 HP
Power HP
254 - 327 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
195 - 219 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
500 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
179 - 227 kW
Power kW
187 - 241 kW
Engine capacity
2487 cm3
Engine capacity
2488 - 3283 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mazda
Is the Lexus NX offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus NX is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.