VS

Lexus RX vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or VW Tiguan?

Lexus RX vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Lexus RX

  • noticeably more power

VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
rate
  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • visibly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

RX

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.

VW Tiguan is significantly cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,722 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus RX with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Tiguan offers clearly more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 59 km more than the Lexus RX.

Tiguan

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 noticeably more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 99 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers markedly more torque with 551 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 151 Nm more.

RX

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Tiguan is noticeably lighter – 1,599 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 441 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers visibly more boot space – 652 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 191 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries somewhat more – 620 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 87 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is far ahead overall 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 £33,600
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km
Lexus RX
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

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.

details

VW Tiguan

The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

details
Lexus RX
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
-
Length
4,539 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,658 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
VW
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.