KGM Rexton vs Lexus NX

The KGM Rexton starts from $50,000 before on-road costs, while the Lexus NX opens at $59,900. That makes the KGM Rexton the more affordable entry point by $9,900.

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 $55,000 and $65,890 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Lexus NX by roughly $3,705 in fuel alone.

Both the KGM Rexton and Lexus NX hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. Both models are evenly matched with 6 out of 10 key ADAS systems.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the KGM Rexton and 8 in the Lexus NX.

The KGM Rexton features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, while the Lexus NX gets a 14-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Lexus NX counters with wireless charging that the KGM Rexton does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The KGM Rexton uses a Turbo DDi Diesel producing 149kW and 441Nm of torque, sent through a 8-speed automatic to a 4WD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 11.5 seconds.

The Lexus NX responds with a Petrol making 152kW and 243Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9 seconds.

The Lexus NX has the clear power advantage at 152kW vs 149kW. In the real-world sprint, the Lexus NX is 2.5s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The KGM Rexton measures 4,850mm long on a 2,865mm wheelbase, 190mm longer than the Lexus NX at 4,660mm (2,690mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the KGM Rexton generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 236L in the KGM Rexton and 520L in the Lexus NX, giving the Lexus NX a 284L advantage. The KGM Rexton seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the KGM Rexton leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 1,650kg. That 1,850kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,480/year for the KGM Rexton and $1,739/year for the Lexus NX. That is a $741 annual difference in favour of the Lexus NX.

Estimated annual total: $2,480 (KGM Rexton) vs $1,739 (Lexus NX). The Lexus NX saves you roughly $741 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (KGM Rexton) vs 4 years / 100,000km (Lexus NX). The KGM Rexton has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: —4yr (Lexus NX).