Hyundai ELEXIO vs Lexus NX

The Hyundai ELEXIO starts from $61,990 before on-road costs, while the Lexus NX opens at $71,700. That makes the Hyundai ELEXIO the more affordable entry point by $9,710.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $68,189 and $78,870 respectively.

The Hyundai ELEXIO currently qualifies for the electric-vehicle FBT exemption, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Lexus NX does not: only battery-electric vehicles qualify.

Both the Hyundai ELEXIO and Lexus NX hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the Hyundai ELEXIO and 91% for the Lexus NX.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 6 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Lexus NX, against 5 on the Hyundai ELEXIO.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 9 in the Hyundai ELEXIO and 8 in the Lexus NX.

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How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Hyundai ELEXIO features a 12.3-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 Hyundai ELEXIO stands out with V2L — features our data doesn't list for the Lexus NX. The Lexus NX counters with Mark Levinson audio and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Hyundai ELEXIO gets leather upholstery while the Lexus NX offers synthetic leather.

The Hyundai ELEXIO uses a Electric Motor producing 160kW and 310Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout.

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 Lexus NX has the clear power advantage at 179kW vs 160kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Hyundai ELEXIO measures 4,615mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 45mm shorter than the Lexus NX at 4,660mm (2,690mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Hyundai ELEXIO generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 506L in the Hyundai ELEXIO and 520L in the Lexus NX, giving the Lexus NX a 14L advantage.

For towing, the Lexus NX leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,250kg. That 250kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Hyundai ELEXIO) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Lexus NX). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: —4yr (Lexus NX).