Lexus RX vs Nissan Juke
What's the difference?

Lexus RX

$101,200 - $111,100

2026 price

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Nissan Juke

$22,990 - $36,485

2024 price

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Summary

2026 Lexus RX

2024 Nissan Juke

By Emily Agar

By Tom White

Safety Rating

Engine Type

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Turbo 3, 1.0L

Fuel Type

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Premium Unleaded Petrol

Fuel Efficiency

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5.8L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Smooth & refined
Premium features
Family-friendly rear seat

Funky looks
Decent interior space and boot
Full safety equipment

Dislikes

Relatively short EV-only range
No spare tyre, just a repair kit
Raised rear seat cramped for tall people

Frustrating dual clutch auto
Missing a few tech items rivals get
Could do with a hybrid version

2026 Lexus RX Summary

Lexus has finally brought a plug-in hybrid to the Australian market with the RX450h+, and we’ve been testing the second-from-the-top Sports Luxury grade to see how it stacks up.

Promising a blend of electric efficiency and the high-end comfort Lexus is known for, this large SUV steps into a competitive segment. But does it deliver on both fronts?

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2024 Nissan Juke Summary

The Nissan Juke was meant to herald a new era for Nissan in Australia.

It was the first in a slew of new-generation SUVs and has now been joined by the Qashqai, X-Trail, and Pathfinder as part of a new-look Nissan.

Unlike those others, though, the Juke hasn’t quite resonated with buyers. Since arriving to what Nissan probably expected to be fanfare back in 2020, the new Juke has since sunk to the bottom of its compact SUV segment, outselling only a handful of other models.

So, what went wrong? Is the quirky styling of the Juke too much? Are there too many appealing choices in the compact SUV space? Alternatively, could the Juke be an underrated gem worth checking out?

I find myself in an upper mid-spec ST-L to find out.

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Deep dive comparison

2026 Lexus RX 2024 Nissan Juke

Verdict

The new Lexus RX450h+ Sports Luxury is packed with a wealth of premium features and strikes a solid balance between refinement and practicality. There are enough thoughtful touches that make everyday driving a little easier.

You’ll get the most out of the plug-in hybrid powertrain if you’re able to charge it regularly; ideally every day. That might not always be practical for busy people on the go, but overall, the RX450h+ manages to blend efficiency with Lexus’ signature comfort and quality.

Verdict

The Juke is a fun little car. It looks cool, it packs most of the important features and safety equipment, but while it can be fun to drive, it’s also a little clunky around town.

It’s so frustrating, because there is a great car in there somewhere, and it would take only small tweaks and enhancements to bring it out.

Lexus RX vs Nissan Juke What's the difference?

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Lexus RX vs Nissan Juke
What's the difference?