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Lexus RX vs Suzuki Vitara – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Lexus RX or Suzuki Vitara 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.

Suzuki Vitara has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23600 £, while the Lexus RX costs 63500 £. That’s a price difference of around 39943 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus RX manages with 1.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Suzuki Vitara with 5 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.

Vitara @ Suzuki Motor Corporation

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 has a significantly edge – offering 371 HP compared to 129 HP. That’s roughly 242 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 Suzuki Vitara takes 9.50 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lexus RX performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Suzuki Vitara tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lexus RX pulls clearly stronger with 551 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 316 Nm difference.

RX @ Lexus / Toyota Motor Corporation

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Suzuki Vitara is clearly lighter – 1255 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 785 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lexus RX offers slightly more room – 461 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 86 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Lexus RX performs noticeable better – up to 1678 L, which is about 558 L more than the Suzuki Vitara.

When it comes to payload, Lexus RX noticeable takes the win – 620 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 220 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Lexus RX proves to be is largely superior 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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Suzuki Vitara

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The Vitara is a city-smart SUV with a cheeky streak of off-road promise, perfect for drivers who want practicality without pretense. It’s honest, easy to live with and surprisingly likeable, a sensible companion for everyday adventures and weekend escapes.

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Lexus RX
Suzuki Vitara
RX @ Lexus / Toyota Motor Corporation
Vitara @ Suzuki Motor Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
63500 - 84700 £
Price
23600 - 30900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
25 - 182 g/km
co2
113 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
47 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1255 - 1395 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
289 - 375 L
Length
4890 mm
Length
4185 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1775 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1595 mm
Max trunk capacity
1678 L
Max trunk capacity
1046 - 1120 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
375 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 371 HP
Power HP
110 - 129 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 12.7 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
235 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
184 - 273 kW
Power kW
81 - 95 kW
Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
Engine capacity
1373 - 1462 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Suzuki
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.