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SsangYong Rexton vs Lexus LM comparison

Compare performance (202 HP vs 206 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 109,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Rexton or Lexus LM?

SsangYong Rexton vs Lexus LM: Key differences

SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Lexus LM

  • only slightly more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • clearly 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

Rexton

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.

SsangYong Rexton is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 68,580 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus LM uses 7.1 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

LM

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 LM offers only slightly more power – delivering 206 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LM is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.7 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

Rexton

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Rexton is only slightly lighter – 2,145 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers substantially more boot space – 784 L compared to 110 L. That’s a difference of about 674 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries visibly more – 770 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 235 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Rexton is decisively ahead 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 £41,100
Rexton

SsangYong Rexton

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 202 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.2 L/100km
SsangYong Rexton
Lexus LM

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SsangYong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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Lexus LM

The Lexus LM is a decadent, chauffeur-friendly people carrier that dresses up van practicality with yacht-like luxury and unmistakable Lexus polish. Inside it’s all about rear-seat pampering and serene refinement — perfect for buyers who want to arrive feeling like royalty, even if it’s not for the tightest budget or the smallest parking space.

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SsangYong Rexton
Lexus LM

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Price
109,700 - 131,900 £
Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
214 - 216 g/km
co2
160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
4 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Trunk capacity
110 L
Length
4,850 mm
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,825 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
655 - 770 kg
Payload
525 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
202 HP
Power HP
206 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Max Speed
184 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
441 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
148 kW
Power kW
152 kW
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Lexus
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