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Vauxhall Astra vs Lexus NX comparison

Compare performance (196 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 46,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or Lexus NX?

Vauxhall Astra vs Lexus NX: Key differences

Vauxhall Astra

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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Lexus NX

4.8 (11 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Astra

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.

Vauxhall Astra is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,751 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra uses 2.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus NX with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Astra offers considerably more range – reaching up to 454 km, about 382 km more than the Lexus NX.

NX

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus NX offers clearly more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 96 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus NX is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.6 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

Astra

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, Vauxhall Astra is clearly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 367 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus NX carries barely more – 515 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Astra stands well ahead of its rival 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 £28,300
Astra

Vauxhall Astra

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 196 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 83 - 454 km
Vauxhall Astra
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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Lexus NX

The Lexus NX wraps striking, chiseled styling around a cabin that feels more crafted living room than utility vehicle, with soft materials and user-friendly tech that give it genuine premium cachet. On the road it's composed and quietly confident, trading sporty pretensions for a refined, easygoing personality that will suit buyers who want luxury without fuss — with a little Lexus flair to make daily commutes feel special.

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Vauxhall Astra
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
Price
46,000 - 64,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 - 454 km
Electric Range
72 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
65 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
438 - 502 kg
Payload
475 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 196 HP
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Lexus
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