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Lexus RX vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Toyota Corolla?

Lexus RX vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Lexus RX

  • substantially more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space

Toyota Corolla

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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Toyota Corolla is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

Corolla

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 substantially more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 193 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 Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

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 terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is significantly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 620 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers markedly more boot space – 461 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries markedly more – 620 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RX 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 £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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Costs and Consumption
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

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
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
-
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
-
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Toyota
Is the Lexus RX offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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