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Lexus UX vs Renault Kangoo comparison

Compare performance (199 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (38,700 £ vs 25,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus UX or Renault Kangoo?

Lexus UX vs Renault Kangoo: Key differences

Lexus UX

4.6 (6 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Kangoo

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
  • considerably 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Kangoo is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,700 £ , while the Lexus UX costs 38,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,028 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus UX uses 5 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Renault Kangoo with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Kangoo

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 UX offers visibly more power – delivering 199 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 69 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus UX is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Renault Kangoo takes 11.6 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Renault Kangoo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Kangoo is very slightly lighter – 1,489 kg compared to 1,495 kg. The difference is around 6 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Kangoo offers considerably more boot space – 775 L compared to 320 L. That’s a difference of about 455 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus UX carries marginally more – 615 kg compared to 610 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus UX shows a few small advantages 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 £38,700
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Lexus UX

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 199 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 5.6 L/100km
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Lexus UX

The Lexus UX is a compact luxury crossover that blends sharp styling with a quiet, comfortable cabin, perfect for urban buyers who want premium feel without shouting about it. It rides with poise, serves up plush materials and thoughtful tech, and—while it won’t satisfy anyone chasing track thrills—it's a smart, stylish choice for everyday driving.

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Reviews Lexus UX

4.6 (6 Reviews)
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marjollet
10 Feb 2026, 16:56:36

After a Toyota Avensis D4D with a BMW engine, I chose the UX 250h F Sport Design and I'm very satisfied.

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Norma
21 Dec 2025, 18:27:57

Lv my UX I live 10 miles outside Belfast do aloy of country driving to reach different places I go t

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38,700 - 54,100 £
Price
25,700 - 32,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
113 - 127 g/km
co2
136 - 168 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,555 kg
Curb weight
1,489 - 1,830 kg
Trunk capacity
283 - 320 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 775 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,840 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
555 - 615 kg
Payload
459 - 610 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
199 HP
Power HP
95 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 16.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
146 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Lexus UX have?

The Lexus UX is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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