Compare performance (371 HP vs 327 HP), boot space and price (63500 £ vs 49300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Mazda CX-80?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mazda CX-80 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49300 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14186 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus RX manages with 1.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mazda CX-80 with 4 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Lexus RX performs slightly better – achieving up to 68 km, about 8 km more than the Mazda CX-80.
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 RX has a a bit edge – offering 371 HP compared to 327 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 6.20 s, while the Mazda CX-80 takes 6.80 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Lexus RX pulls slight stronger with 551 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 1 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mazda CX-80 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Lexus RX is minimal lighter – 2040 kg compared to 2131 kg. The difference is around 91 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Lexus RX offers clearly more room – 461 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 203 L.
When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-80 minimal takes the win – 650 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.
Overall, the Lexus RX shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.
detailsThe Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
63500 - 84700 £
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Price
49300 - 61400 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
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Consumption L/100km
4 - 5.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
68 km
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Electric Range
60 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
25 - 182 g/km
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co2
91 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
7
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
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Curb weight
2131 - 2240 kg
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Trunk capacity
461 L
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Trunk capacity
258 L
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Length
4890 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1678 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
575 - 620 kg
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Payload
649 - 650 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
250 - 371 HP
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Power HP
254 - 327 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
551 Nm
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Torque
500 - 550 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
184 - 273 kW
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Power kW
187 - 241 kW
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Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
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Engine capacity
2488 - 3283 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Mazda
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The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.