In this in-depth comparison, we will delve into the key parameters of the BMW X1 and Lexus NX. We will explore their dimensions, engine specifications, consumption, and more to help you make an informed decision between these two SUV models. Join us on this exciting journey that might change the way you view these cars.
Dimensions
The Lexus NX measures in at 4660 mm in length, which is 160 mm longer than the BMW X1's length of 4500 mm. Additionally, the Lexus features a slightly wider stance at 1865 mm compared to the BMW's 1845 mm. This width extends to the exterior mirrors too, with the Lexus NX having a 2150 mm width including mirrors compared to the BMW X1's 2104 mm. Height-wise, the Lexus NX stands taller at 1670 mm while the BMW X1 measures 1642 mm. The BMW X1, however, has the upper hand when it comes to ground clearance. It sits 205 mm above the ground, which is 20 mm more than the 185 mm offered by the Lexus NX. The BMW enjoys a tighter turning circle of 11.70 m compared to the Lexus NX's 12.40 m. In conclusion, the dimensions of the Lexus NX generally trump those of the BMW X1, with the exception of the ground clearance and turning circle.
Length - DimensionsTyre Name | Length |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 4660 mm |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 4500 mm |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
4660 mm
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
4500 mm
Wheelbase - DimensionsTyre Name | Wheelbase |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 2692 mm |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 2690 mm |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
2692 mm
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
2690 mm
Width - DimensionsTyre Name | Width |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 1865 mm |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 1845 mm |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
1865 mm
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
1845 mm
Width including mirrors - DimensionsTyre Name | Width including mirrors |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 2150 mm |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 2104 mm |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
2150 mm
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
2104 mm
Height - DimensionsTyre Name | Height |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 1670 mm |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 1642 mm |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
1670 mm
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
1642 mm
Ground clearance - DimensionsTyre Name | Ground clearance |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 205 mm |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 185 mm |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
205 mm
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
185 mm
Turning circle - DimensionsTyre Name | Turning circle |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 11 m |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 12 m |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
11 m
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
12 m
Boot/interior
When it comes to available boot space, the Lexus NX takes the lead with 545 liters compared to 490-540 liters in the BMW X1, where the xDrive25e Steptronic houses the smallest boot space of 490 liters and the sDrive18i Steptronic claims 540 liters. However, when folding the rear seats down to maximize luggage space, the BMW offers a more generous capacity of 1600 liters as opposed to the Lexus NX's 1436 liters. Both cars have the same seating configuration, featuring 5 seats and doors each as well as Isofix mounting points. In summary, while the Lexus NX may have more boot space in a typical daily use scenario, the BMW X1 ultimately provides more overall luggage space when rear seats are folded down.
Boot space - Boot/interiorTyre Name | Boot space |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 545 l |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 540 l |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
545 l
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
540 l
Boot space (rear seats folded, bottom to roof) - Boot/interiorTyre Name | Boot space (rear seats folded, bottom to roof) |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 1600 l |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 1436 l |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
1600 l
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
1436 l
Boot space (rear seats folded, bottom to windows) - Boot/interiorTyre Name | Boot space (rear seats folded, bottom to windows) |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 0 l |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 0 l |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
0 l
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
0 l
Seats - Boot/interiorTyre Name | Seats |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 5 |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 5 |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
5
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
5
Max. seats - Boot/interiorTyre Name | Max. seats |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 0 |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 0 |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
0
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
0
Doors - Boot/interiorTyre Name | Doors |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 5 |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 5 |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
5
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
5
Isofix - Boot/interiorTyre Name | Isofix |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | Standard |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | Standard |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
Standard
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
Standard
Engines/drivetrain
The BMW X1 offers a variety of engine options, ranging from a 3-cylinder sDrive18i Steptronic engine to a 4-cylinder xDrive23i Steptronic engine. In contrast, the Lexus NX is only available with a 4-cylinder engine. The maximum horsepower produced by the Lexus NX outshines the BMW, ranging between 179 kW for the 350h {automatic} and 227 kW for the 450h+ AWD {automatic}; BMW X1's horsepower ranges from 100 kW up to 240 kW. In terms of acceleration, Lexus NX's fastest engine (450h+ AWD {automatic}) achieves 0-100 km/h in 6.3 seconds, while the BMW X1's fastest engine (xDrive30e Steptronic) needs 5.7 seconds. The Lexus NX features only one gear, while the BMW X1 comes equipped with a 7-gear transmission. From a performance standpoint, the Lexus NX offers more engine power and higher max. speeds, but the greater variety of engines coupled with a much faster accelerating top model, give the BMW X1 an edge in this comparison.
Drive - Engines/drivetrainTyre Name | Drive |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | Front-wheel drive |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | Front-wheel drive |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
Front-wheel drive
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
Front-wheel drive
Fuel - Engines/drivetrainTyre Name | Fuel |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | Super Premium |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | Premium |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
Super Premium
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
Premium
Gearbox - Engines/drivetrainTyre Name | Gearbox |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | Automated Manual Transmission (Dual-Clutch) |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
Automated Manual Transmission (Dual-Clutch)
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Gears - Engines/drivetrainTyre Name | Gears |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 7 |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 1 |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
7
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
1
Cylinders - Engines/drivetrainTyre Name | Cylinders |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 4 |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 3 |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
4
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
3
Max. speed - Engines/drivetrainTyre Name | Max. speed |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 208 km/h |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 200 km/h |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
208 km/h
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
200 km/h
Power - Engines/drivetrainTyre Name | Power |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 179 kW |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 100 kW |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
179 kW
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
100 kW
Torque - Engines/drivetrainTyre Name | Torque |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 230 Nm |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 0 Nm |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
230 Nm
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
0 Nm
Cubic capacity - Engines/drivetrainTyre Name | Cubic capacity |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 2487 ccm |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 1499 ccm |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
2487 ccm
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
1499 ccm
Cubic capacity - Engines/drivetrainTyre Name | Cubic capacity |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 2487 ccm |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 1499 ccm |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
2487 ccm
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
1499 ccm
Acceleration 0-100km/h - Engines/drivetrainTyre Name | Acceleration 0-100km/h |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 8 s |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 9 s |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
8 s
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
9 s
Consumption/ecology
One notable advantage of the Lexus NX over the BMW X1 is its tank size, with 55 liters compared to BMW's range of 45 to 47 liters. CO2 emissions in the WLTP cycle, however, sit lower for the BMW X1, ranging between 17.0 g/km and 146.0 g/km, while the Lexus NX emits between 22.0 g/km and 135.0 g/km depending on engine option. The Lexus NX features larger tires, measuring 225/60R18 compared to the BMW X1's 205/65R17 tires. Furthermore, noise levels are slightly lower in the Lexus NX with 67 dB against the BMW X1's 65-68 dB range. Overall, the Lexus NX offers greater fuel capacity and lower noise levels, yet the BMW X1 demonstrates more eco-friendly CO2 emissions.
Tank size - Consumption/ecologyTyre Name | Tank size |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 55 l |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 45 l |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
55 l
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
45 l
Combined consumption (NEDC) - Consumption/ecologyTyre Name | Combined consumption (NEDC) |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 0 l/100km |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 0 l/100km |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
0 l/100km
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
0 l/100km
City consumption (NEDC) - Consumption/ecologyTyre Name | City consumption (NEDC) |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 0 l/100km |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 0 l/100km |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
0 l/100km
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
0 l/100km
Combined consumption (WLTP) - Consumption/ecologyTyre Name | Combined consumption (WLTP) |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 5 l/100km |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 6 l/100km |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
5 l/100km
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
6 l/100km
CO2 emissions (WLTP) - Consumption/ecologyTyre Name | CO2 emissions (WLTP) |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 129 g/km |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 143 g/km |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
129 g/km
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
143 g/km
Emission standard - Consumption/ecologyTyre Name | Emission standard |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | Euro 6d-ISC-FCM (WLTP) 36AP-AR |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | Euro 6d-ISC-FCM (WLTP) 36AP-AR |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
Euro 6d-ISC-FCM (WLTP) 36AP-AR
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
Euro 6d-ISC-FCM (WLTP) 36AP-AR
Tyre size - Consumption/ecologyTyre Name | Tyre size |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 205/65R17 |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 235/60R18 |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
205/65R17
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
235/60R18
Noise - Consumption/ecologyTyre Name | Noise |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 66 dB |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 67 dB |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
66 dB
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
67 dB
Weight/towing
BMW X1's empty weight (EU) ranges between 1575 kg and 1935 kg, where the sDrive18i Steptronic model is the lightest and the xDrive30e Steptronic model is the heaviest. Comparatively, the Lexus NX boasts a weight range of 1805 kg to 2065 kg, with the 350h {automatic} being the lightest model and the 450h+ AWD {automatic} being the heaviest. The maximum permissible total weight for the BMW X1 ranges from 2075 kg to 2435 kg, while that of the Lexus NX ranges from 2320 kg to 2540 kg. Both models have the capacity to tow up to 750 kg without brakes, but the BMW X1 outperforms the Lexus NX when it comes to towing capacity with brakes, offering between 1700 kg and 2000 kg compared to the Lexus NX's 1500 kg. The Lexus NX can carry slightly more weight on its roof (80 kg) compared to the BMW X1's 75 kg roof load capacity, but the BMW X1 boasts a higher towbar load of 80 kg as opposed to the Lexus NX's 60 kg. These figures indicate that the BMW X1 is more capable in terms of towing and towbar load, while the Lexus NX offers superior capacities for permissible total weight and roof loads.
Empty weight (EU) - Weight/towingTyre Name | Empty weight (EU) |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 1575 kg |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 1805 kg |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
1575 kg
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
1805 kg
Permissible total weight - Weight/towingTyre Name | Permissible total weight |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 2320 kg |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 2075 kg |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
2320 kg
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
2075 kg
Braked trailer - Weight/towingTyre Name | Braked trailer |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 1700 kg |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 1500 kg |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
1700 kg
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
1500 kg
Trailer (no brakes) - Weight/towingTyre Name | Trailer (no brakes) |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 750 kg |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 750 kg |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
750 kg
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
750 kg
Max. roof load - Weight/towingTyre Name | Max. roof load |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 80 kg |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 75 kg |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
80 kg
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
75 kg
Max. towbar load - Weight/towingTyre Name | Max. towbar load |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 80 kg |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 60 kg |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
80 kg
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
60 kg
Offroad
The Lexus NX off-road capabilities offer a departure angle of 25.00 degrees and an approach angle of 16.00 degrees. However, no data is available for the BMW X1's offroad capabilities.
Ramp angle - OffroadTyre Name | Ramp angle |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 0 ° |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 0 ° |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
0 °
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
0 °
Maximum incline - OffroadTyre Name | Maximum incline |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 0 ° |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 0 ° |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
0 °
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
0 °
Departure angle - OffroadTyre Name | Departure angle |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 25 ° |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 0 ° |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
25 °
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
0 °
Approach angle - OffroadTyre Name | Approach angle |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 16 ° |
BMW X1 2022 (new) | 0 ° |
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
16 °
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
0 °
Fording - OffroadTyre Name | Fording |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 0 mm |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 0 mm |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
0 mm
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
0 mm
EV
Considering electric vehicle parameters, the BMW X1 has a WLTP range of 89.0 km, which is longer than the Lexus NX's 74.0 km range. The Lexus NX holds an edge when it comes to total battery capacity, boasting 18.1 kWh as opposed to the BMW X1's 16.3 kWh. Yet, the usable battery capacity of the BMW X1 is 14.2 kWh, which is in favor of the BMW X1. The Lexus NX features Lithium battery technology.
Range (WLTP) - EVTyre Name | Range (WLTP) |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 0 km |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 0 km |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
0 km
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
0 km
Battery capacity - total - EVTyre Name | Battery capacity - total |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 0 kWh |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 0 kWh |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
0 kWh
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
0 kWh
Battery capacity - usable - EVTyre Name | Battery capacity - usable |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 0 kWh |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 0 kWh |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
0 kWh
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
0 kWh
Battery weight - EVTyre Name | Battery weight |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | 0 kg |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | 0 kg |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
0 kg
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
0 kg
Battery type - EVTyre Name | Battery type |
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BMW X1 2022 (new) | ? |
Lexus NX 2021 (new) | Lithium |
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BMW X1 2022 (new)
?
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Lexus NX 2021 (new)
Lithium