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Lexus RX vs Nissan Ariya comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 54,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Nissan Ariya?

Lexus RX vs Nissan Ariya: Key differences

Lexus RX

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  • moderately lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Nissan Ariya

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  • a bit cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

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.

Nissan Ariya is a bit cheaper – starting at 54,800 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,452 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Ariya offers considerably more range – reaching up to 417 km, about 350 km more than the Lexus RX.

Ariya

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 Nissan Ariya offers somewhat more power – delivering 435 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 64 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Ariya is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Ariya delivers only slightly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 49 Nm more.

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, Lexus RX is moderately lighter – 2,040 kg compared to 2,277 kg. The difference is around 237 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers barely more boot space – 461 L compared to 415 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries considerably more – 620 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 257 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Ariya is clearly superior 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.

£54,848
Ariya

Nissan Ariya

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 435 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 24.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 417 km
Lexus RX
Nissan Ariya

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Nissan Ariya

The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.

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Lexus RX
Nissan Ariya

Costs and Consumption

Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
54,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
417 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
2,277 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
415 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
363 kg

Engine and Performance

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

General

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