Lexus NX 2014 vs Toyota RAV4 2012

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Lexus NX
2014 - 2017
Toyota RAV4
2012 - 2015
Gearbox: Automatic Manual/Automatic
Lexus NX is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas Toyota RAV4 has both automatic and manual transmission options.
Engines: 2.0 - 2.52.0 - 2.5

Performance

Power: 155 - 238 HP124 - 179 HP
Torque: 210 - 350 NM187 - 340 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7 - 9.3 seconds9.4 - 11.3 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.1 - 9.84.9 - 8.5
Lexus NX petrol engines consumes on average 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than Toyota RAV4.
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Ground clearance: 185 mm (7.3 inches)160 - 187 mm (6.3 - 7.4 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Lexus NX can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.

Dimensions

Length: 4.63 m4.57 m
Width: 1.85 m1.85 m
Height: 1.65 m1.67 m
Both cars are similar in size. Lexus NX is 6 cm longer than the Toyota RAV4, width is practically the same , while the height of Lexus NX is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 555 litres577 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1600 litres1705 litres
Toyota RAV4 has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, Lexus NX has 22 litres less trunk space than the Toyota RAV4. This could mean that the Lexus NX uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Toyota RAV4 (by 105 litres).
Turning diameter: 12.1 meters11.6 meters
The turning circle of the Lexus NX is 0.5 metres more than that of the Toyota RAV4, which means Lexus NX can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 2`308~ 2`124
Safety:
Toyota RAV4 scores higher in safety tests. The Lexus NX scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality: no data
above average
Average price (€): 26 80012 800
Pros and Cons: Lexus NX has
  • automatic transmission only
  • lower fuel consumption
  • higher ground clearance
  • better safety assist technologies
Toyota RAV4 has
  • both manual and automatic
  • higher safety
  • lower price
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