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Subaru Crosstrek vs Lexus LBX comparison

Compare performance (136 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 – Subaru Crosstrek or Lexus LBX?

Subaru Crosstrek vs Lexus LBX: Key differences

Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Lexus LBX

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • marginally 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

Crosstrek

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Lexus LBX is very slightly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,628 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus LBX uses 4.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

LBX

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

Both models deliver identical power – 136 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LBX is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 9.2 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus LBX delivers barely more torque with 185 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 3 Nm more.

Crosstrek

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus LBX is clearly lighter – 1,280 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 315 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus LBX offers marginally more boot space – 332 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Crosstrek carries only slightly more – 505 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus LBX is clearly superior overall 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
LBX

Lexus LBX

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Subaru Crosstrek
Lexus LBX

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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Lexus LBX

The Lexus LBX is a compact premium crossover that brings Lexus styling and craftsmanship to city driving, pairing a cozy interior with thoughtful tech and upscale materials. It focuses on a quiet, refined ride and fuel-efficient everyday usability while carrying the brand’s familiar emphasis on comfort and safety.

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Subaru Crosstrek
Lexus LBX

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
Price
28,300 - 40,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
174 g/km
co2
102 - 110 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
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Curb weight
1,280 - 1,365 kg
Trunk capacity
315 L
Trunk capacity
255 - 332 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
472 - 505 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
182 Nm
Torque
185 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Lexus
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