Lexus RX vs Subaru Crosstrek – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

Costs and Efficiency: When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Subaru Crosstrek has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29800 £, while the Lexus RX costs 63500 £. That’s a price difference of around 33694 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.70 L. The difference is about 6.60 L per 100 km.

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 Lexus RX has a convincingly edge – offering 371 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 235 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 6.20 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.80 s. That’s about 4.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lexus RX performs slight better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Subaru Crosstrek tops out at 198 km/h. The difference is around 12 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX pulls decisively stronger with 551 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 369 Nm difference.

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, the Subaru Crosstrek is evident lighter – 1595 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 445 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lexus RX offers distinct more room – 461 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 146 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Lexus RX performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1678 L, which is about 364 L more than the Subaru Crosstrek.

When it comes to payload, Lexus RX somewhat takes the win – 620 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

All in all, the Lexus RX shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.