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Lexus RX vs Nissan Qashqai - Differences and prices compared

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?

Lexus RX

Nissan Qashqai

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

RX

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Qashqai

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 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.

RX

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who comes out on top?

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.

from about £63,500
RX

Lexus RX

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 371 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 68 km
Lexus RX
Nissan Qashqai

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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 Qashqai

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The 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.

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Lexus RX
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption

Price
63500 - 84700 £
Price
29600 - 39900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
25 - 182 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4890 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1835 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1678 L
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
466 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 371 HP
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
184 - 273 kW
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, G
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.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.