Lexus UX 2018 vs Renault Kadjar 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.5 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Lexus UX) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Renault Kadjar) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| 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 | 116 HP | |
| Torque: | 205 NM | 260 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds | |
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Lexus UX is more dynamic to drive. Lexus UX engine produces 55 HP more power than Renault Kadjar, but torque is 55 NM less than Renault Kadjar. Thanks to more power Lexus UX reaches 100 km/h speed 2.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 litres | 55 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | 200 mm (7.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Renault Kadjar 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 Renault Kadjar version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Toyota RAV4 | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Dacia Duster | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Kadjar 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. | |||
| Renault Kadjar 2018 1.5 engine: The engine has undergone numerous modifications and is relatively commonplace, with a plentiful supply of spare parts. It exhibits an optimal fuel consumption/power ratio. However, the fuel injection system ... More about Renault Kadjar 2018 1.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.50 m | 4.49 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.52 m | 1.61 m | |
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Lexus UX is larger, but lower. Lexus UX and Renault Kadjar are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 472 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1478 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 10.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus UX is 0.5 metres more than that of the Renault Kadjar, which means Lexus UX can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`980 | 1`994 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 32 200 | 18 000 | |
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