Compare performance (371 HP vs 1020 HP), boot space and price (63500 £ vs 94300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Tesla Model S?
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.
Lexus RX has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 63500 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30763 £.
As for electric range, the Tesla Model S performs clearly better – achieving up to 744 km, about 676 km more than the Lexus RX.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model S has a convincingly edge – offering 1020 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 649 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.10 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.20 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model S performs evident better – reaching 322 km/h, while the Lexus RX tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 112 km/h.
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, Lexus RX is hardly perceptible lighter – 2040 kg compared to 2092 kg. The difference is around 52 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model S offers clearly more room – 799 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 338 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model S performs minimal better – up to 1828 L, which is about 150 L more than the Lexus RX.
When it comes to payload, Lexus RX evident takes the win – 620 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 178 kg.
The Tesla Model S proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Tesla Model S is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
63500 - 84700 £
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Price
94300 - 102800 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh
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Electric Range
68 km
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Electric Range
611 - 744 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
25 - 182 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
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Curb weight
2092 - 2197 kg
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Trunk capacity
461 L
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Trunk capacity
799 L
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Length
4890 mm
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Length
5021 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1987 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1431 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1678 L
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Max trunk capacity
1828 L
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Payload
575 - 620 kg
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Payload
432 - 442 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
250 - 371 HP
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Power HP
670 - 1020 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
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Torque
551 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
184 - 273 kW
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Power kW
493 - 750 kW
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Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Tesla
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The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.