BMW X5 vs Lexus NX
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular SUVs compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Lexus NX scores higher, 79 vs 68
Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Data checked: specs 10 Nov 2026, price 25 Jun 2026
BMW X5
26 of 27 standard · no option data · 1 no dataFrom
$137,600
RRP, before on-road costs
- Body
- SUV
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine
- Diesel
- Power
- 219kW
- Economy
- 7.8 L/100kmWLTP test cycle, not directly comparable with ADR 81/02 figures
- Safety
- No data
- Boot (seats up)
- 650L
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Lexus NX
22 of 27 standard · no option data · 5 no dataFrom
$71,700
RRP, before on-road costs
- Body
- SUV
- Fuel type
- Hybrid
- Engine
- Hybrid
- Power
- 179kW
- Economy
- 5 L/100km
- Safety
- ANCAP ★5 · 2022
- Boot (seats up)
- 520L
Top CarSorted Score, 79 vs 68
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$137,600RRP
- with the Lexus NX's standard kit: $137,600 (nothing to add)
$71,700RRP
- no option data for this car
Printed option prices only. A pack is counted once and makes the figure a floor when it carries no printed price. Nothing is inferred from the other car.
Fuel figures here come from different test cycles (BMW X5: WLTP; Lexus NX: ADR 81/02), so they are not compared like-for-like and no fuel winner is shown.
Price and cost per week
BMW X5 xDrive30d
$137,600
RRP, before on-road costs. Checked 24 June 2026
No published drive-away price on our record.
About $613 a week in repayments ($137,600 RRP, before on-road costs; assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at 7.5% p.a.). An estimate, not a loan offer.
Lexus NX NX350h Luxury
$71,700
RRP, before on-road costs. Checked 25 June 2026
No published drive-away price on our record.
About $309 a week in repayments ($71,700 RRP, before on-road costs; assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at 7.5% p.a.). An estimate, not a loan offer.
The Lexus NX starts $65,900 lower on RRP.
On-road costs (stamp duty, registration, CTP and dealer delivery) depend on your state and the dealer; ask for a written drive-away price before you sign.
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Ways to buy
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Finance
From ≈$309/wk(≈$1,337/mo)
Estimate on the Lexus NX at $71,700 RRP, before on-road costs; assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at 7.5% p.a. Not a quote or an offer of credit.
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Novated lease
Paid from pre-tax salary with the running costs inside the lease. What it comes to depends on your salary and the term.
Novated lease quoteWork out a lease on the BMW X5Driva is an independent finance provider, not part of CarSorted. We aren't paid for this link. Opens apply.driva.com.au in a new tab.
Safety Rundown
We hold no ANCAP data for the BMW X5. With no pair of ratings to compare, the active-safety features in the spec table above are the fairer comparison.
Driver assistance, as the manufacturer lists it
Driver assistance, system by system. We can confirm 7 of 10 key systems on the BMW X5 and 6 on the Lexus NX.
Swipe across. Tap a feature to see what it does and each car's source.
StandardOptional: printed price, +pack or NCO (no-cost)No, not offeredNo dataCounts beside each car use the same colours; ? is no option data.
From each manufacturer's Australian equipment list. No data means that car's document does not say. The drawings are our own illustrations of how each kind of system works.
Recalls on our record
BMW X5
- REC-006553 · published 4 Mar 2026Due to a manufacturing defect, the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may develop an internal coolant leak.Year range on the notice: 2010 - 2022
- REC-006539 · published 17 Feb 2026Due to a manufacturing defect, the starter motor solenoid switch can experience increased wear that could cause an internal short circuit.Year range on the notice: 2020 - 2023
- REC-006090 · published 2 Oct 2024Due to a manufacturing defect, a component of the brake booster system may have been incorrectly welded and could break.Year range on the notice: 2022 - 2024
- 8 more on the model page.
Lexus NX
- REC-006214 · published 13 Dec 2024Due to a programming issue, the Adaptive High Beam System (AHS) LED units (high beam) and AHS ECUs (Electronic Control Unit) may incorrectly detect the signals for switching from low beam to high beam.Year range on the notice: 2023
- REC-005731 · published 20 Jul 2023Due to a manufacturing defect, the DC-DC converter that supports charging the 12V battery may short circuit and overheat resulting in a vehicle fire.Year range on the notice: 2021 - 2022
- REC-005525 · published 12 Sep 2022Due to a software issue, the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) may not operate as intended.Year range on the notice: 2021 - 2022
- 7 more on the model page.
A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Feature Showdown
The BMW X5 features a 14.9-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Lexus NX gets a 9.8-inch display and 8-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The BMW X5 stands out with panoramic roof, ventilated seats and Harman Kardon audio — features our data doesn't list for the Lexus NX. The Lexus NX counters with Mark Levinson audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the BMW X5 gets sensatec synthetic leather upholstery while the Lexus NX offers synthetic leather.
Equipment few rivals have, on either carShowHide
Drivetrain
The BMW X5 uses a Diesel producing 219kW and 670Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.1 seconds.
The Lexus NX responds with a Hybrid making 179kW and 239Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.7 seconds.
The BMW X5 has the clear power advantage at 219kW vs 179kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the BMW X5 is 1.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The BMW X5 measures 4,935mm long on a 2,975mm wheelbase, 275mm longer than the Lexus NX at 4,660mm (2,690mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the BMW X5 generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 650L in the BMW X5 and 520L in the Lexus NX, giving the BMW X5 a 130L advantage.
For towing, the BMW X5 leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 2,000kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Neither U-turns in one sweep on a 7 m local street (both need a three-point turn); the Lexus NX's turning circle is 1.3 m tighter, 11.4 m against 12.7 m kerb to kerb. The street estimate is indicative, worked from the published turning circles.
Cost to own
At 15,000 km a year, fuel for the BMW X5 costs about $2,223 a year (7.8 L/100km) and fuel for the Lexus NX about $1,425 a year (5 L/100km), at $1.90 a litre and 32c a kWh.
Warranty: 5 years / Unlimited (BMW X5) and 5 years / Unlimited (Lexus NX). Capped-price servicing: no data (BMW X5), 4 years (Lexus NX).
Where each one leads
The BMW X5: more power (219kW against 179kW), the bigger boot with the seats up (650L against 520L) and the higher braked towing limit (3,500kg against 1,500kg).
The Lexus NX: the lower starting price ($71,700 against $137,600).
The Verdict
Lexus NX scores higher, 79 vs 68
The Lexus NX scores 79 to the BMW X5's 68 on the CarSorted Score, and leads 1 of the 5 spec rows that separate them, at the lower price. The biggest gaps: value (Lexus NX ahead by 28 points), safety (Lexus NX ahead by 27 points). Boot space with the seats up: 650L in the BMW X5, 520L in the Lexus NX.
Ways to buy
For the 2 cars on this page.
Finance
From ≈$309/wk(≈$1,337/mo)
Estimate on the Lexus NX at $71,700 RRP, before on-road costs; assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at 7.5% p.a. Not a quote or an offer of credit.
Compare real car-loan ratesDriva is an independent finance provider, not part of CarSorted. We aren't paid for this link.
Novated lease
Paid from pre-tax salary with the running costs inside the lease. What it comes to depends on your salary and the term.
Novated lease quoteWork out a lease on the BMW X5Driva is an independent finance provider, not part of CarSorted. We aren't paid for this link. Opens apply.driva.com.au in a new tab.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, BMW X5 and Lexus NX?
The Lexus NX is the cheapest at $71,700 before on-road costs. That undercuts the BMW X5 by $65,900.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
Lexus NX holds a 5-star ANCAP rating (tested 2022). We hold no ANCAP data for BMW X5, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which has the most boot space?
The BMW X5 has the largest boot at 650L with the seats up.
Which can tow the most?
The BMW X5 has the highest braked towing capacity at 3,500kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The BMW X5 makes the most power at 219kW. The BMW X5 is quickest to 100km/h in 6.1s.
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How to read this page. Prices, specifications, ANCAP ratings, warranty, the CarSorted Score and the verdict come from our records for the grades shown, sourced from the manufacturers' Australian documents, and change when those records change; the date each was last checked is printed under the headline. Prices are recommended retail prices before on-road costs unless marked drive-away. A plug-in hybrid's fuel figure is labelled with its basis: with a full battery (the certified combined figure) or as a hybrid (battery depleted). Charging and running costs are estimates on the stated assumptions. Always confirm price and specification with the manufacturer or dealer before you buy. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
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