Lexus NX 2015 vs Honda CR-V 2015
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 238 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 190 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds | |
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Lexus NX is more dynamic to drive. Lexus NX engine produces 88 HP more power than Honda CR-V, whereas torque is 160 NM more than Honda CR-V. Thanks to more power Lexus NX reaches 100 km/h speed 5.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.7 | 7.9 | |
| Lexus NX consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Honda CR-V, which means that by driving the Lexus NX over 15,000 km in a year you can save 30 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 58 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 770 km in combined cycle | 730 km in combined cycle | |
| 960 km on highway | 860 km on highway | ||
| Lexus NX gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | |
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Honda CR-V 2015: Vehicle features automatic four-wheel drive system that sends torque to front wheels under typical conditions. Electronically controlled multi-plate clutch transfers torque to rear wheels when slipping is detected. The all-wheel drive system constantly communicates with the VSA dynamic stabilization system and the electric power steering to maintain full control of the vehicle, good traction and maneuverability in any road conditions. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 185 mm (7.3 inches) | 165 mm (6.5 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. Note, however, that this Lexus NX version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from two 4x4 versions of Lexus NX 2015 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 280'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Honda CR-V engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 19 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Lexus IS, Lexus RX, Lexus GS | Used also on Honda Accord | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Lexus NX engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Honda CR-V 2015 2.0 engine: This engine is sensitive to both fuel and oil quality. Using low-grade gasoline can quickly damage the catalytic converter and lead to premature failure of the oxygen sensors.
Many Honda owners are annoyed ... More about Honda CR-V 2015 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.63 m | 4.61 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.65 m | 1.69 m | |
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Lexus NX is larger, but slightly lower. Lexus NX is 3 cm longer than the Honda CR-V, 2 cm wider, while the height of Lexus NX is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 555 litres | 589 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1600 litres | 1669 litres | |
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Honda CR-V has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Lexus NX has 34 litres less trunk space than the Honda CR-V. 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 Honda CR-V (by 69 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.1 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus NX is 0.4 metres more than that of the Honda CR-V, which means Lexus NX can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`295 | 2`100 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 26 200 | 14 400 | |
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