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Lexus RX vs VW Touareg - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (371 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (63500 £ vs 64300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or VW Touareg?

Lexus RX

VW Touareg

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

RX @ Lexus / Toyota Motor Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Lexus RX has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 63500 £, while the VW Touareg costs 64300 £. That’s a price difference of around 793 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus RX manages with 1.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.20 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Lexus RX performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 68 km, about 19 km more than the VW Touareg.

Touareg @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

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 VW Touareg has a slightly edge – offering 462 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 91 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touareg is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 5.10 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.20 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Touareg performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Lexus RX tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Touareg pulls evident stronger with 700 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 149 Nm difference.

RX @ Lexus / Toyota Motor Corporation

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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Lexus RX is slight lighter – 2040 kg compared to 2059 kg. The difference is around 19 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Touareg offers significantly more room – 810 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 349 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Touareg performs barely noticeable better – up to 1800 L, which is about 122 L more than the Lexus RX.

When it comes to payload, VW Touareg slightly takes the win – 751 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Lexus RX proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lexus RX is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £63,500
RX @ Lexus / Toyota Motor Corporation

Lexus RX

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 371 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 68 km
Lexus RX
VW Touareg

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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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VW Touareg

5 (2 Reviews)
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Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Lexus RX
VW Touareg
RX @ Lexus / Toyota Motor Corporation
Touareg @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
63500 - 84700 £
Price
64300 - 88300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.30 kWh
co2
25 - 182 g/km
co2
119 - 239 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
2059 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Length
4890 mm
Length
4878 - 4902 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1984 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1693 - 1712 mm
Max trunk capacity
1678 L
Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1800 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
550 - 751 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 371 HP
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
184 - 273 kW
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
Engine capacity
2967 - 2995 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Lexus
Brand
VW
Is the Lexus RX offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.