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Lexus RX vs Tesla Model S comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 1,020 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 94,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Tesla Model S?

Lexus RX vs Tesla Model S: Key differences

Lexus RX

  • substantially cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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Tesla Model S

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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

RX

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.

Lexus RX is substantially cheaper – starting at 63,300 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,977 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model S offers considerably more range – reaching up to 744 km, about 677 km more than the Lexus RX.

Model S

Engine and Performance:

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 649 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

RX

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 terms of curb weight, Lexus RX is only slightly lighter – 2,040 kg compared to 2,092 kg. The difference is around 52 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers substantially more boot space – 799 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 338 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries markedly more – 620 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 178 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S stands well ahead of its rival 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 £94,300
Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 611 - 744 km
Lexus RX
Tesla Model S

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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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Tesla Model S

The 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.

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Lexus RX
Tesla Model S

Costs and Consumption

Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
799 L
Length
-
Length
5,021 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
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Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
432 - 442 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Tesla
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