Lexus NX300 vs Volvo XC40
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Lexus NX300

$29,990 - $46,895

2020 price

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Volvo XC40

$34,999 - $57,990

2024 price

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Summary

2020 Lexus NX300

2024 Volvo XC40

By Tung Nguyen

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 4, 2.0L

Not Applicable, 0.0L

Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Electric

Fuel Efficiency

7.9L/100km (combined)

0.0L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Styling
Frugal engine
Classy interior appointments

Cute kerb-side presence
Decent cabin space for class
Good driving range and energy consumption

Dislikes

Dated multimedia system
Narcoleptic driving dynamics
Old-gen tech

Ride comfort isn't there on long journeys
Loud cabin at higher speeds
Interior trims don't match grade level

2020 Lexus NX300 Summary

Having been on the market since 2014, the NX mid-size SUV quickly shot up the Lexus sales charts to become the brand’s most-popular model.

The SUV-hungry Australian market ate up the premium crossover, which also had the distinction of offering a hybrid powertrain.

In 2020 though, with SUVs popping up left, right and centre from premium and mainstream brands, can the NX still hold its own as an inner-city cruiser?

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2024 Volvo XC40 Summary

The XC40 Recharge Twin Motor is the flagship model for the segment leading small electric SUV from Volvo.

Well positioned in terms of price, specifications and driving range, it continues to prove itself a fierce rival to the Mercedes-Benz EQA, Lexus UX and newcomer BMW iX1.

But does it bring its A-game to every attribute buyers in the small electric SUV segment demand? In this review, we put it to test to find out.

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Deep dive comparison

2020 Lexus NX300 2024 Volvo XC40

Verdict

The Lexus NX 300h F Sport is both a comfortable and luxurious family hauler that is held back by just a few things.

Of course, gripes like the underwhelming dynamics might not be an issue for all, but the less-than-stellar fuel economy (for a hybrid, at least), disappointing practicality and fiddly multimedia will affect all potential buyers.

However, this is balanced out by loads of equipment and premium appointments for a reasonable price, which should put the Lexus NX on your shopping list if you are keen for an inner-city premium SUV cruiser.

Verdict

The Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin Motor is a cute small electric SUV that offers a decent specs list and a sweet urban driving experience. It’s not the nicest ride on a longer journey but it does have a decent range to be able to tackle one, if needed. I didn’t love the interior design but there’s lots the XC40 gets right.

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Lexus NX300 vs Volvo XC40
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