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Mazda CX-6e vs Lexus RX comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 371 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-6e or Lexus RX?

Mazda CX-6e vs Lexus RX: Key differences

Mazda CX-6e

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Lexus RX

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  • noticeably more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally 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

CX-6e

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda CX-6e is significantly cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,452 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda CX-6e offers considerably more range – reaching up to 484 km, about 417 km more than the Lexus RX.

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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 258 HP. That’s roughly 113 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Mazda CX-6e takes 7.9 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers substantially more torque with 551 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 261 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RX is marginally lighter – 2,040 kg compared to 2,205 kg. The difference is around 165 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda CX-6e offers very slightly more boot space – 468 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 7 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries clearly more – 620 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 235 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda CX-6e 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 £42,800
CX-6e

Mazda CX-6e

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.9 - 19.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 468 - 484 km
Mazda CX-6e
Lexus RX

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mazda CX-6e

The Mazda CX-6e blends Mazda’s flowing coupe‑SUV silhouette with electric propulsion to deliver a surprisingly engaging and polished driving experience that feels more premium than its price suggests. Inside, the cabin is quietly refined and ergonomically smart, with modern tech and practical space that make it a stylish, sensible choice for drivers who want EV manners without the fanfare.

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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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Mazda CX-6e
Lexus RX

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,800 - 45,400 £
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.9 - 19.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
468 - 484 km
Electric Range
67 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
75 - 183 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
2,205 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
468 L
Trunk capacity
461 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,935 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
385 kg
Payload
575 - 620 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
258 HP
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
290 Nm
Torque
551 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
190 kW
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3

General

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