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Lexus RX vs Porsche Cayenne – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Lexus RX or Porsche Cayenne fits your lifestyle better.

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

RX @ Lexus / Toyota Motor Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Lexus RX has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 63500 £, while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87000 £. That’s a price difference of around 23486 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus RX manages with 1.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Porsche Cayenne with 4 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Porsche Cayenne performs somewhat better – achieving up to 83 km, about 15 km more than the Lexus RX.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayenne has a clearly edge – offering 739 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 368 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.20 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs noticeable better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Lexus RX tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 95 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls clearly stronger with 950 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 399 Nm difference.

RX @ Lexus / Toyota Motor Corporation

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, Lexus RX is slight lighter – 2040 kg compared to 2130 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers significantly more room – 772 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 311 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Porsche Cayenne performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1708 L, which is about 30 L more than the Lexus RX.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Cayenne somewhat takes the win – 705 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Lexus RX proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lexus RX is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £63,500
RX @ Lexus / Toyota Motor Corporation

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

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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Porsche Cayenne

Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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Lexus RX
Porsche Cayenne
RX @ Lexus / Toyota Motor Corporation
Cayenne @ Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG

Costs and Consumption

Price
63500 - 84700 £
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
74 - 83 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
25 - 182 g/km
co2
90 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
2130 - 2670 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 772 L
Length
4890 mm
Length
4930 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1983 - 1989 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Max trunk capacity
1678 L
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 371 HP
Power HP
353 - 739 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 6 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
500 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
184 - 273 kW
Power kW
260 - 544 kW
Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Porsche
Is the Lexus RX offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.