GAC Aion V vs Lexus LX

Price and cost per week

Safety Rundown

ANCAP's published ratings include no record for the Lexus LX. With no pair of ratings to compare, the active-safety features in the spec table above are the fairer comparison.

Recalls on our record

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

Charging times

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to a DC fast charger, estimated from battery size and the car's own maximum charge rates.

Feature Showdown

The GAC Aion V features a 14.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 8.9-inch digital dash, while the Lexus LX gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GAC Aion V stands out with Apple CarPlay and V2L — features our data doesn't list for the Lexus LX. The Lexus LX counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, Mark Levinson audio and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the GAC Aion V gets pvc upholstery while the Lexus LX offers leather. Climate control is 2-zone in the GAC Aion V and 4-zone in the Lexus LX.

Drivetrain

The GAC Aion V uses a Electric producing 150kW and 210Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9 seconds.

The Lexus LX responds with a Petrol making 305kW and 650Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.7 seconds.

The Lexus LX has the clear power advantage at 305kW vs 150kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Lexus LX is 2.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Space & Comfort

The GAC Aion V measures 4,605mm long on a 2,775mm wheelbase, 495mm shorter than the Lexus LX at 5,100mm (2,850mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Lexus LX generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 427L in the GAC Aion V and 487L in the Lexus LX, giving the Lexus LX a 60L advantage. The Lexus LX seats 7 vs 5.

Neither U-turns in one sweep on a 7 m local street (both need a three-point turn); the GAC Aion V's turning circle is 1.6 m tighter, 11.2 m against 12.8 m kerb to kerb. The street estimate is indicative, worked from the published turning circles.

Cost to own

At 15,000 km a year, electricity for the GAC Aion V costs about $816 a year (17 kWh/100km) and fuel for the Lexus LX about $3,392 a year (11.9 L/100km), at $1.90 a litre and 32c a kWh.

Warranty: 8 years / Unlimited (GAC Aion V) and 5 years / Unlimited (Lexus LX). Capped-price servicing: no data (GAC Aion V), 4 years (Lexus LX).

Where each one leads

The GAC Aion V: the lower starting price ($42,590 against $167,700) and the longer warranty (8 years against 5).

The Lexus LX: more power (305kW against 150kW) and the bigger boot with the seats up (487L against 427L).

The Verdict

GAC Aion V scores higher, 75 vs 61

The GAC Aion V scores 75 to the Lexus LX's 61 on the CarSorted Score, and leads 3 of the 7 spec rows that separate them, at the lower price. The biggest gaps: value (GAC Aion V ahead by 53 points), performance (Lexus LX ahead by 39 points). Boot space with the seats up: 427L in the GAC Aion V, 487L in the Lexus LX. Warranty: 8 years on the GAC Aion V, 5 on the Lexus LX.

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