Lexus UX 2018 vs Opel Grandland 2017
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 171 HP | 130 HP | |
| Torque: | 205 NM | 230 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds | |
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Lexus UX is more dynamic to drive. Lexus UX engine produces 41 HP more power than Opel Grandland, but torque is 25 NM less than Opel Grandland. Thanks to more power Lexus UX reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 | 5.4 | |
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The Opel Grandland is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus UX consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Grandland, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus UX could require 60 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 litres | 53 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 810 km in combined cycle | 980 km in combined cycle | |
| Opel Grandland gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | 188 mm (7.4 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Opel Grandland 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 Opel Grandland version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 300'000 km | 350'000 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 Opel Grandland engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 12 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Toyota RAV4 | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Opel Corsa, Peugeot 308, Opel Combo, Peugeot 3008, Citroen C4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Opel Grandland might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Lexus UX 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. | |||
| Opel Grandland 2017 1.2 engine: Since the timing belt is immersed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to excessive axial play in the ... More about Opel Grandland 2017 1.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.50 m | 4.48 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.52 m | 1.61 m | |
| Lexus UX is 2 cm longer than the Opel Grandland, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Lexus UX is 9 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 514 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1652 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 11.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus UX is 0.3 metres less than that of the Opel Grandland. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`980 kg | 1`930 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`460 kg | 1`295 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 520 kg | 635 kg | |
| Lexus UX load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 22 procentiem less than Opel Grandland. Therefore, Opel Grandland is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | high | |
| Average price (€): | 26 600 | 12 000 | |
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