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Lexus NX vs SEAT Ateca - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (309 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (46000 £ vs 25100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or SEAT Ateca?

Lexus NX

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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SEAT Ateca

5 (1 Reviews)
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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.

SEAT Ateca has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25100 £, while the Lexus NX costs 46000 £. That’s a price difference of around 20923 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus NX manages with 2.90 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the SEAT Ateca with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

Ateca

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 has a clearly edge – offering 309 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 159 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus NX is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the SEAT Ateca takes 9 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Ateca performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 202 km/h, while the Lexus NX tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 2 km/h.

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 curb weight, SEAT Ateca is evident lighter – 1345 kg compared to 1805 kg. The difference is around 460 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lexus NX offers barely noticeable more room – 545 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Ateca performs to a small extent better – up to 1604 L, which is about 168 L more than the Lexus NX.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Ateca barely noticeable takes the win – 525 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Lexus NX shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £46,000
NX

Lexus NX

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 244 - 309 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.9 - 5.9 L
  • Electric Range : 72 km
Lexus NX
SEAT Ateca

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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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SEAT Ateca

5 (1 Reviews)
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The SEAT Ateca blends sharp, purposeful styling with practical space that turns everyday errands into something a bit more enjoyable. It’s poised and engaging to drive for its segment, offers solid value, and has just enough personality to make you smile on the school run.

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Lexus NX
SEAT Ateca
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Ateca

Costs and Consumption

Price
46000 - 64300 £
Price
25100 - 36900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
72 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
65 - 134 g/km
co2
129 - 144 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1805 - 2065 kg
Curb weight
1345 - 1514 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
4660 mm
Length
4381 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1670 mm
Height
1601 mm
Max trunk capacity
1436 L
Max trunk capacity
1604 L
Payload
475 - 515 kg
Payload
516 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
244 - 309 HP
Power HP
116 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
183 - 202 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
179 - 227 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
2487 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1968 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
Brand
Lexus
Brand
SEAT
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.