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Lexus RX vs Subaru Outback - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (371 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (63300 £ vs 37200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Subaru Outback?

Lexus RX

Subaru Outback

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

RX

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Subaru Outback has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37200 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26066 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus RX manages with 3.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.60 L. The difference is about 5.30 L per 100 km.

Outback

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 significantly edge – offering 371 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 202 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.20 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.20 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lexus RX performs barely noticeable better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Subaru Outback tops out at 193 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lexus RX pulls clearly stronger with 551 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 299 Nm difference.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Subaru Outback is clearly perceptible lighter – 1643 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 397 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Subaru Outback offers somewhat more room – 561 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Outback performs slight better – up to 1822 L, which is about 144 L more than the Lexus RX.

When it comes to payload, Lexus RX somewhat takes the win – 620 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 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.

Lexus RX
Subaru Outback

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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 L
  • Electric Range : 67 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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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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Lexus RX
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

Price
63300 - 84700 £
Price
37200 - 41600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
8.60 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
75 - 182 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 L
Fuel tank capacity
63 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1643 - 1676 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
4890 mm
Length
4870 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1875 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1670 - 1675 mm
Max trunk capacity
1678 L
Max trunk capacity
1822 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
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
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.20 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
193 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
Engine capacity
2498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
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.

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.