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Lexus RX vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Subaru BRZ?

Lexus RX vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Lexus RX

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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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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:

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.

Subaru BRZ is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,309 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 5.5 L/100km.

BRZ

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers considerably more torque with 551 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 301 Nm more.

RX

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Lexus RX offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is substantially lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 765 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers substantially more boot space – 461 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 224 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries visibly more – 620 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 216 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RX holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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RX

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
-
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Subaru
Is the Lexus RX offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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