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Lexus RX vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Nissan Qashqai?

Lexus RX vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Lexus RX

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • marginally 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Nissan Qashqai is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,695 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

Qashqai

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus RX offers considerably more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 166 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers clearly more torque with 551 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 221 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, Nissan Qashqai is substantially lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 620 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers marginally more boot space – 504 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries a bit more – 620 kg compared to 516 kg. That’s a difference of about 104 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RX stands well ahead of its rival 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 £63,300
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Lexus RX

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 207 - 371 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 km
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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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Reviews Lexus RX

5 (1 Reviews)
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Angelo Ponte
16 May 2026, 14:16:35

Tried as a replacement car. The driving pleasure and comfort are unmatched by Alfa.

Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai is a compact crossover that blends everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed driving experience and a smart, well finished interior. It feels sensible and versatile for city life and longer trips, appealing to buyers who want a reliable, low fuss family car.

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4.9 (4 Reviews)
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karol
3 Jun 2026, 20:17:58

Great car — it has everything you need. Others are still learning, e.g. folding mirrors, a double trunk, and it's well soundproofed.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
98 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
551 Nm
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Nissan
Is the Lexus RX offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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