Lexus RX vs Skoda Octavia
What's the difference?

Lexus RX

$101,200 - $111,100

2026 price

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Skoda Octavia

$39,590 - $59,990

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Summary

2026 Lexus RX

2026 Skoda Octavia

By Emily Agar

By Marcus Craft

Safety Rating

Engine Type

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Inline 4, 1.5L

Fuel Type

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Unleaded Petrol

Fuel Efficiency

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5.5L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Smooth & refined
Premium features
Family-friendly rear seat

Smooth driving
Packed with features
Impressive value-for-money

Dislikes

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

Some lag in initial acceleration
Space-saver spare
Mild-hybrid adds little

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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2026 Skoda Octavia Summary

Once a solid mainstay on our roads, wagons have fallen out of favour somewhat as a result of the ever-growing popularity of SUVs and utes.

But is a wagon actually a better and more family-friendly daily driver than a bigger, taller SUV or ute? Perhaps.

And throw a mild-hybrid system into the mix and it could be an even more appealing purchase.

Skoda’s Octavia has built a strong following in Australia and now comes its new mild hybrid grade, available as a wagon or liftback.

So, what’s the Skoda Octavia Select mHEV wagon like as a daily driver for families?

Read on.

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Deep dive comparison

2026 Lexus RX 2026 Skoda Octavia

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 Skoda Octavia has always been impressive in wagon guise and this mHEV variant is no different. While the mild-hybrid set-up adds little to the Octavia package there’s still plenty to like about this wagon. It’s smooth and refined to drive, packed with features and has ample appeal as a value-for-money buy.

It’s no surprise if this wagon is at or near the top of your vehicle shopping list.

Lexus RX vs Skoda Octavia What's the difference?

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Lexus RX vs Skoda Octavia
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