LDV D90 vs Lexus NX450H+
What's the difference?

LDV D90

$14,800 - $26,880

2020 price

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Lexus NX450H+

$79,870 - $103,598

2025 price

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Summary

2020 LDV D90

2025 Lexus NX450H+

By Tom White

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Diesel Twin Turbo 4, 2.0L

Inline 4, 2.5L

Fuel Type

Diesel

Premium Unleaded/Electric

Fuel Efficiency

9.1L/100km (combined)

1.3L/100km (combined)

Energy consumption

14.0 kWh/100km

Electric range

87 km

Battery capacity

18.10 kWh

Seating

Likes

Makes more sense as a diesel
People-mover practicality
Affordable

Plush cabin space with nice trims
Premium technology that's easy to use
Refined on road driving experience

Dislikes

Terrible software
Cheap interior
A bit unwieldy to drive

Misses out on a few items for a flagship model
Not as flashy inside as rivals
Plug-in hybrid powertrain won't win over everyone

2020 LDV D90 Summary

It’s pretty hard to miss the LDV D90.

Mainly because it is gigantic; it's one of the biggest SUVs you can buy. In fact, I’d say what’s drawn you to this review is maybe you’ve seen one of these behemoths trucking past, and you’re wondering what the LDV badge is all about and how this relatively unknown SUV stands up against popular rivals and other notable newcomers.

To get one confusing thing out of the way, LDV once stood for Leyland DAF Vans, a now-defunct British company which has been brought back to life by none other than China’s SAIC Motor – yes, the same one which also resurrected MG.

So, is this MG big brother worth looking into? We took the recently released diesel version of the D90 on test for a week to seek some answers…

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2025 Lexus NX450H+ Summary

The Lexus NX 450h+ F Sport is a well-specified and plush-looking medium SUV that has a plug-in hybrid powertrain - a first for the brand.

On paper, it seems to tick the boxes for size, luxury and efficiency but we've been testing the flagship grade to see if it's a winning combo in real life.

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Deep dive comparison

2020 LDV D90 2025 Lexus NX450H+

Verdict

Looking for a cheap, powerful diesel SUV with huge cabin space and a humane third row for adults? The D90 is a really sound offering, especially considering the price of entry for this top-spec diesel which should resonate with Aussies a bit better than the petrol version.

It has plenty of issues that could be ironed out, but they’re all so small and not sale-breaking it’s almost annoying how much better the D90 could be with just a little work. Rivals should be looking over their shoulder for what comes next.

Verdict

The Lexus NX450h+ F Sport is a gorgeous mid-size SUV that combines great specs and a fairly efficient plug-in hybrid powertrain. It’s a comfortable and easy ride which should appeal to a wide range of driving styles. It also looks good parked at the kerbside of a city street and with it ticking most of the boxes, it may become your new best friend.

LDV D90 vs Lexus NX450H+ What's the difference?

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Verdict

LDV D90 vs Lexus NX450H+
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