Lexus NX vs Nissan ARIYA

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Safety Rundown

Both the Lexus NX and Nissan ARIYA hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating, tested 2022. Adult occupant protection scored 91% for the Lexus NX and 86% for the Nissan ARIYA.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 7 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Nissan ARIYA, against 6 on the Lexus NX.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Lexus NX and 7 in the Nissan ARIYA.

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 Lexus NX features a 9.8-inch touchscreen paired with a 8-inch digital dash, while the Nissan ARIYA gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Lexus NX stands out with Mark Levinson audio and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Nissan ARIYA. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Lexus NX gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Nissan ARIYA offers nappa leather.

Drivetrain

The Lexus NX uses a Hybrid producing 179kW and 239Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.7 seconds.

The Nissan ARIYA responds with a Electric making 160kW and 300Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8 seconds.

The Lexus NX has the clear power advantage at 179kW vs 160kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Lexus NX is 0.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Space & Comfort

The Lexus NX measures 4,660mm long on a 2,690mm wheelbase, 65mm longer than the Nissan ARIYA at 4,595mm (2,775mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Nissan ARIYA generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 520L in the Lexus NX and 466L in the Nissan ARIYA, giving the Lexus NX a 54L advantage.

For towing, the Lexus NX leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 750kg 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 0.1 m tighter, 11.4 m against 11.5 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 Lexus NX costs about $1,425 a year (5 L/100km) and electricity for the Nissan ARIYA about $888 a year (18.5 kWh/100km), at $1.90 a litre and 32c a kWh.

Warranty: 5 years / Unlimited (Lexus NX) and 5 years / Unlimited (Nissan ARIYA). Capped-price servicing: 4 years (Lexus NX), 5 years (Nissan ARIYA).

Where each one leads

The Lexus NX: more power (179kW against 160kW), the bigger boot with the seats up (520L against 466L) and the higher braked towing limit (1,500kg against 750kg).

The Nissan ARIYA: the lower starting price ($55,840 against $71,700).

The Verdict

Lexus NX scores higher, 79 vs 73

The Lexus NX scores 79 to the Nissan ARIYA's 73 on the CarSorted Score, and leads 4 of the 6 spec rows that separate them. The biggest gaps: practicality (Lexus NX ahead by 10 points), reliability (Lexus NX ahead by 6 points). Boot space with the seats up: 520L in the Lexus NX, 466L in the Nissan ARIYA.

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