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Lexus NX vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (46,000 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Suzuki Vitara?

Lexus NX vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

Lexus NX

4.8 (15 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (9 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably 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.

Suzuki Vitara is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus NX uses 2.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Suzuki Vitara with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Suzuki Vitara offers clearly more range – reaching up to 426 km, about 354 km more than the Lexus NX.

Vitara

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus NX offers clearly more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus NX is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1 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, Suzuki Vitara is considerably lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 550 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus NX offers markedly more boot space – 545 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus NX carries a bit more – 515 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Vitara holds a solid overall lead 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 £23,600
Vitara

Suzuki Vitara

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 344 - 426 km
Lexus NX
Suzuki Vitara

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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Suzuki Vitara

The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

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Lexus NX
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
72 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
65 - 134 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,775 - 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
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Suzuki
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