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Lexus NX vs Suzuki Jimny comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (46,000 £ vs 25,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Suzuki Jimny?

Lexus NX vs Suzuki Jimny: Key differences

Lexus NX

4.8 (15 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Jimny

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Suzuki Jimny is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,300 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,751 £.

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

Jimny

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 190 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 Suzuki Jimny takes 12.8 s. That’s about 6.4 s quicker.

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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.

Seats: Lexus NX offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is substantially lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 640 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus NX carries clearly more – 515 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 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
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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
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Engine and Performance
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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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Reviews Lexus NX

4.8 (15 Reviews)
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Jan
14 Jun 2026, 12:16:49

super

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Марк
24 May 2026, 16:30:02

Нх это лучшее

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David Jenkins
28 Mar 2026, 20:57:02

Superb handling, averaging 89mpg, decent electric range, very comfortable to drive, good cabin space, good size touch screen, extremely quick, no better car to drive and live with.

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David Jenkins
2 Feb 2026, 20:38:48

By far the best PHEV in its class, superb handling, top rated relaibility, & super quick on EV mode as well as its well equipped 2.5 litre petrol engine.

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Pierre Joris
21 Nov 2025, 23:21:12

Lexus has a history and offers a 10-year warranty.

Suzuki Jimny

Brimming with raucous charm and unabashed off-road spirit, the Suzuki Jimny makes light work of rough tracks while remaining surprisingly at home in city streets. It's a cheeky, no-nonsense companion for buyers who prefer character over conformity — think go-anywhere attitude in a pocket-sized package.

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Reviews Suzuki Jimny

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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brunella
29 Jun 2026, 05:20:23

Powerful traction, lightness, compact size for steep, narrow and challenging mountain dirt tracks.

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Lexus NX
Suzuki Jimny

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
Price
25,300 - 27,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
72 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
65 - 134 g/km
co2
173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
3
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Curb weight
1,165 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
3,645 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,645 mm
Height
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Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
863 L
Payload
475 - 515 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Power HP
102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 km/h
Torque
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Torque
130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Power kW
75 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,462 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Suzuki
What drivetrain options does the Lexus NX have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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