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Lexus NX vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (46,000 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Subaru Crosstrek?

Lexus NX vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

Lexus NX

4.8 (15 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat 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.

Subaru Crosstrek is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,123 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus NX uses 2.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 L/100km.

Crosstrek

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 Lexus NX offers considerably more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus NX is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

NX

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Crosstrek is somewhat lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 210 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus NX offers significantly more boot space – 545 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 230 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus NX carries barely more – 515 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 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
Subaru Crosstrek

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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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Lexus NX
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
72 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
65 - 134 g/km
co2
174 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
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
475 - 515 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Subaru
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