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Lexus NX vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (46,000 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Toyota Corolla?

Lexus NX vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Lexus NX

4.8 (11 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h

Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly lighter

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.

Toyota Corolla is considerably cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,451 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus NX uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

Corolla

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 markedly more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 114 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus NX is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is visibly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus NX carries moderately more – 515 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus NX is clearly superior overall 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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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 (11 Reviews)
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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.

Pierre Joris
21 Nov 2025, 23:20:20

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

Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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Lexus NX
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,000 - 64,300 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
72 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
65 - 134 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
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Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
-
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
475 - 515 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the Lexus NX have?

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

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