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Lexus RC vs Mazda CX-5 comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 141 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Mazda CX-5?

Lexus RC vs Mazda CX-5: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mazda CX-5

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda CX-5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52,337 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda CX-5 uses 7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 L/100km.

CX-5

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 RC offers considerably more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 323 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.5 s. That’s about 6.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus RC is markedly faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers considerably more torque with 520 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 282 Nm more.

RC

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: Mazda CX-5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda CX-5 is very slightly lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 86 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers markedly more boot space – 583 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 217 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-5 carries somewhat more – 601 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 66 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RC is far ahead 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 £82,300
RC

Lexus RC

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 464 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 11.8 L/100km
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The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
30,000 - 39,500 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
268 g/km
co2
157 - 168 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
1,629 - 1,671 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
466 - 583 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
4,690 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
1,695 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,019 L
Payload
535 kg
Payload
601 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
141 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
195 km/h
Torque
520 Nm
Torque
238 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
104 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the Lexus RC have?

The Lexus RC is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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