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Renault Austral vs Lexus LBX comparison

Compare performance (200 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (29,900 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Austral or Lexus LBX?

Renault Austral vs Lexus LBX: Key differences

Renault Austral

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h

Lexus LBX

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly lighter

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

Austral

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Lexus LBX is very slightly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Renault Austral costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,637 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus LBX uses 4.5 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Renault Austral with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

LBX

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Renault Austral offers noticeably more power – delivering 200 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 64 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Austral is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the Lexus LBX takes 9.2 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Austral delivers clearly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 185 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm more.

Austral

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 LBX is clearly lighter – 1,280 kg compared to 1,548 kg. The difference is around 268 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Austral carries very slightly more – 477 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Austral holds a decisive overall lead 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 £29,900
Austral

Renault Austral

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 148 - 200 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 6.4 L/100km
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Renault Austral

The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Lexus LBX

The Lexus LBX wraps premium touches and a surprisingly spacious cabin into a compact crossover that’s perfectly at home in town or heading out on longer drives. It wears the badge with quiet confidence, serving up a refined ride and clever packaging for buyers who want Lexus polish without shouting for attention.

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5 (2 Reviews)
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DannyCS
5 Feb 2026, 18:32:14

We’re loving our LBX. Its fun to drive, great fuel economy and fancy too

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,900 - 37,800 £
Price
28,300 - 40,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
109 - 145 g/km
co2
102 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,548 - 1,613 kg
Curb weight
1,280 - 1,365 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,533 mm
Length
-
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,645 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,736 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 477 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
148 - 200 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
270 Nm
Torque
185 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
109 - 147 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Renault
Brand
Lexus
What drivetrain options does the Renault Austral have?

The Renault Austral is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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