Lexus NX vs Skoda Enyaq

The Lexus NX starts from $71,700 before on-road costs, while the Skoda Enyaq opens at $59,990. That makes the Skoda Enyaq the more affordable entry point by $11,710.

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 $78,870 and $65,989 respectively.

The Skoda Enyaq 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 Lexus NX and Skoda Enyaq hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 91% for the Lexus NX and 94% for the Skoda Enyaq.

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 Skoda Enyaq.

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 9 in the Skoda Enyaq.

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

The Lexus NX features a 9.8-inch touchscreen paired with a 8-inch digital dash, while the Skoda Enyaq gets a 13-inch display and 5.3-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 Skoda Enyaq. The Skoda Enyaq counters with ventilated seats. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

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 Skoda Enyaq responds with a Electric Motor making 210kW and 545Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.7 seconds.

The Skoda Enyaq has the clear power advantage at 210kW vs 179kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Skoda Enyaq is 1.0s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Lexus NX measures 4,660mm long on a 2,690mm wheelbase, 2mm longer than the Skoda Enyaq at 4,658mm (2,766mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Skoda Enyaq generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 520L in the Lexus NX and 585L in the Skoda Enyaq, giving the Skoda Enyaq a 65L advantage.

For towing, the Lexus NX leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 500kg 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: 4 years / 100,000km (Lexus NX) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Skoda Enyaq). The Skoda Enyaq has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: 4yr (Lexus NX)—.