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Lexus RX vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 29,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Subaru Crosstrek?

Lexus RX vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

Lexus RX

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

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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 Crosstrek is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,800 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,480 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.

Crosstrek

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

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers considerably more torque with 551 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 369 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Subaru Crosstrek is noticeably lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 445 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers clearly more boot space – 461 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 146 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries moderately more – 620 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RX is clearly superior overall 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.

from £63,300
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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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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Lexus RX
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
29,800 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
-
Length
4,495 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
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Height
1,600 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,297 - 1,314 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
198 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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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