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Lexus RC vs Mitsubishi ASX comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 21,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Mitsubishi ASX?

Lexus RC vs Mitsubishi ASX: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mitsubishi ASX

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • noticeably 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

RC

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mitsubishi ASX is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,800 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 60,566 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi ASX uses 4.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 7.5 L/100km.

ASX

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 RC offers substantially more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 306 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 Mitsubishi ASX takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers significantly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 275 Nm more.

RC

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mitsubishi ASX offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi ASX is markedly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 419 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi ASX offers noticeably more boot space – 484 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 118 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries somewhat more – 535 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi ASX holds a decisive 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 £21,800
ASX

Mitsubishi ASX

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.3 - 6 L/100km
Lexus RC
Mitsubishi ASX

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus RC

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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Mitsubishi ASX

The Mitsubishi ASX is a compact crossover that mixes practicality with a no-nonsense personality, making it an easy choice for buyers who want sensible space without the showroom theatrics. It won't set your pulse racing, but its composed ride and user-friendly kit make it a dependable companion for daily errands and weekend escapes — reliable rather than flashy.

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Lexus RC
Mitsubishi ASX

Costs and Consumption

Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
21,800 - 32,700 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6 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
-
co2
268 g/km
co2
99 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,493 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 484 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
535 kg
Payload
397 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
520 Nm
Torque
190 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mitsubishi
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