Lexus NX vs Suzuki Vitara – Which car suits you better?

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

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.

Suzuki Vitara has a strongly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23600 £, while the Lexus NX costs 46000 £. That’s a price difference of around 22457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus NX manages with 2.90 L and is therefore markedly more efficient than the Suzuki Vitara with 5 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

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 has a decisively edge – offering 309 HP compared to 129 HP. That’s roughly 180 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus NX is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 9.50 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lexus NX performs barely noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Suzuki Vitara tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

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, the Suzuki Vitara is significantly lighter – 1255 kg compared to 1805 kg. The difference is around 550 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lexus NX offers visibly more room – 545 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Lexus NX performs clearly better – up to 1436 L, which is about 316 L more than the Suzuki Vitara.

When it comes to payload, Lexus NX distinctly takes the win – 515 kg compared to 395 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

All in all, the Lexus NX shows itself to be outperforms the competitor in nearly every area and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.