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Lexus NX vs Porsche Macan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (309 HP vs 639 HP), boot space and price (46000 £ vs 69200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Porsche Macan?

Lexus NX

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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Porsche Macan

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

NX

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.

Lexus NX has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46000 £ , while the Porsche Macan costs 69200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23143 £.

As for electric range, the Porsche Macan performs decisively better – achieving up to 644 km, about 572 km more than the Lexus NX.

Macan

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 Porsche Macan has a clearly edge – offering 639 HP compared to 309 HP. That’s roughly 330 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Lexus NX takes 6.30 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Macan performs evident better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Lexus NX tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 60 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Lexus NX is evident lighter – 1805 kg compared to 2295 kg. The difference is around 490 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lexus NX offers hardly perceptible more room – 545 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Lexus NX performs barely noticeable better – up to 1436 L, which is about 88 L more than the Porsche Macan.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Macan minimal takes the win – 545 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Macan is clearly superior overall 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.

Lexus NX
Porsche Macan

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Macan

Porsche Macan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 360 - 639 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 585 - 644 km

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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Porsche Macan

The Porsche Macan feels like a compact sports car dressed in SUV clothes, delivering razor-sharp handling and a cabin that somehow mixes luxury with everyday practicality. For buyers who crave driving thrills without sacrificing usability, the Macan is a rare breed that makes running errands feel like a weekend blast and manages to look smugly good in the process.

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Lexus NX
Porsche Macan

Costs and Consumption

Price
46000 - 64300 £
Price
69200 - 99000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
72 km
Electric Range
585 - 644 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
95 kWh
co2
65 - 134 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1805 - 2065 kg
Curb weight
2295 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
Length
4660 mm
Length
4784 - 4805 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1938 - 1952 mm
Height
1670 mm
Height
1613 - 1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
1436 L
Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
Payload
475 - 515 kg
Payload
470 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
244 - 309 HP
Power HP
360 - 639 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
179 - 227 kW
Power kW
265 - 470 kW
Engine capacity
2487 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

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

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.