Compare performance (309 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (46000 £ vs 62200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Volvo S90?
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.
Lexus NX has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46000 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16200 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo S90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Lexus NX with 2.90 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Volvo S90 performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 89 km, about 17 km more than the Lexus NX.
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 Volvo S90 has a noticeable edge – offering 455 HP compared to 309 HP. That’s roughly 146 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Lexus NX takes 6.30 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Lexus NX performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Volvo S90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
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, Lexus NX is minimal lighter – 1805 kg compared to 1912 kg. The difference is around 107 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Lexus NX offers to a small extent more room – 545 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 92 L.
When it comes to payload, Volvo S90 slight takes the win – 518 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.
The Volvo S90 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo S90 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.
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Price
46000 - 64300 £
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Price
62200 - 70500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
72 km
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Electric Range
89 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
65 - 134 g/km
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co2
17 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1805 - 2065 kg
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Curb weight
1912 - 2119 kg
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Trunk capacity
545 L
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Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
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Length
4660 mm
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Length
4969 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1879 mm
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Height
1670 mm
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Height
1440 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1436 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
475 - 515 kg
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Payload
451 - 518 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
244 - 309 HP
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Power HP
235 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
480 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
179 - 227 kW
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Power kW
173 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
2487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2022 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Volvo
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The Lexus NX is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.