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Lexus RX vs Toyota Urban Cruiser comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 33,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Toyota Urban Cruiser?

Lexus RX vs Toyota Urban Cruiser: Key differences

Lexus RX

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Toyota Urban Cruiser

3.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Toyota Urban Cruiser is clearly cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,880 £.

As for electric range, the Toyota Urban Cruiser offers significantly more range – reaching up to 426 km, about 359 km more than the Lexus RX.

Urban Cruiser

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 offers significantly more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 187 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Toyota Urban Cruiser takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers clearly more torque with 551 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 244 Nm more.

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 Urban Cruiser is somewhat lighter – 1,839 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 201 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers visibly more boot space – 461 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 151 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries clearly more – 620 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 199 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Urban Cruiser leads convincingly 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 £33,400
Urban Cruiser

Toyota Urban Cruiser

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 174 - 184 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.1 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 395 - 426 km
Lexus RX
Toyota Urban Cruiser

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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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Toyota Urban Cruiser

The Toyota Urban Cruiser is a compact SUV that offers a blend of style and practicality, making it well-suited for urban living. It captures attention with its bold design, while providing a high driving position that enhances visibility and control on city roads. Inside, the Urban Cruiser offers comfortable seating and a range of features that cater to both driver and passengers, emphasizing convenience and everyday usability.

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Lexus RX
Toyota Urban Cruiser

Costs and Consumption

Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
33,400 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
395 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,839 - 1,939 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
306 - 310 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
411 - 421 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Power HP
174 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
551 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
128 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Toyota
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