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Lexus NX vs Subaru Forester - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (309 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (46000 £ vs 34700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Subaru Forester?

Lexus NX

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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Subaru Forester

4 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Subaru Forester has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £, while the Lexus NX costs 46000 £. That’s a price difference of around 11323 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus NX manages with 2.90 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.10 L. The difference is about 5.20 L per 100 km.

Forester

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 decisively edge – offering 309 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 173 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus NX is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.20 s. That’s about 5.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lexus NX performs barely noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Subaru Forester tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 12 km/h.

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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 curb weight, Subaru Forester is minimal lighter – 1693 kg compared to 1805 kg. The difference is around 112 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lexus NX offers hardly perceptible more room – 545 L compared to 508 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Forester performs slightly better – up to 1731 L, which is about 295 L more than the Lexus NX.

When it comes to payload, Lexus NX hardly perceptible takes the win – 515 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Lexus NX proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lexus NX is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £46,000
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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
Subaru Forester

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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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Subaru Forester

4 (1 Reviews)
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The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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Lexus NX
Subaru Forester
NX
Forester

Costs and Consumption

Price
46000 - 64300 £
Price
34700 - 42200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
8.10 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
72 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
65 - 134 g/km
co2
183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 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
1693 - 1739 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
4660 mm
Length
4670 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1830 mm
Height
1670 mm
Height
1730 mm
Max trunk capacity
1436 L
Max trunk capacity
1679 - 1731 L
Payload
475 - 515 kg
Payload
446 - 492 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
244 - 309 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.20 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
179 - 227 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
2487 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Subaru
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.