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Lexus RX vs Mazda MX-30 comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Mazda MX-30?

Lexus RX vs Mazda MX-30: Key differences

Lexus RX

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably more electric range
  • slightly lighter
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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

RX

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda MX-30 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,452 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda MX-30 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 85 km, about 18 km more than the Lexus RX.

MX-30

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 RX offers clearly more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 201 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

RX

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-30 is slightly lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 191 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers visibly more boot space – 461 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 111 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries markedly more – 620 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 218 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-30 is decisively ahead 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 £30,800
MX-30

Mazda MX-30

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 85 km
Lexus RX
Mazda MX-30

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Lexus RX

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.

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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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Lexus RX
Mazda MX-30

Costs and Consumption

Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
22 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Length
-
Length
4,395 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
1,555 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
402 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Power HP
170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
125 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
830 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mazda
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