Compare performance (371 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (63500 £ vs 29600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Nissan Qashqai?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Nissan Qashqai has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29600 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33909 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus RX manages with 1.10 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.50 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.
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 has a significantly edge – offering 371 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 166 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 6.20 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.60 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Lexus RX performs slight better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Nissan Qashqai tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Lexus RX pulls decisively stronger with 551 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 221 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is convincingly lighter – 1420 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 620 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers hardly perceptible more room – 504 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Lexus RX performs somewhat better – up to 1678 L, which is about 231 L more than the Nissan Qashqai.
When it comes to payload, Lexus RX a bit takes the win – 620 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 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 Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
63500 - 84700 £
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Price
29600 - 39900 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 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
-
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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
102 - 154 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
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Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
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Trunk capacity
461 L
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Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
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Length
4890 mm
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Length
4425 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1835 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1625 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1678 L
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Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
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Payload
575 - 620 kg
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Payload
466 - 520 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
250 - 371 HP
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Power HP
140 - 205 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
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Torque
551 Nm
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Torque
240 - 330 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
184 - 273 kW
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Power kW
103 - 151 kW
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Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 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
E, C
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Nissan
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The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.