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Lexus RX vs BYD Tang — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Lexus RX and the BYD Tang: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
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The Lexus RX is 4% more expensive than the BYD Tang (MAD 729,000 vs MAD 699,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Lexus RX | BYD Tang |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Lexus | BYD |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Hybrid | Electric |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Single-speed |
| Power | 371 ch | 517 ch |
| Battery | — | 108.8 kWh |
| Range | — | 530 km |
| Consumption | 6.4 L/100 km | — |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 729,000 | MAD 699,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 919,000 | MAD 699,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
LexusRX
Pros
- Inventor of premium hybrid SUV segment (2005 RX 400h) — 20 years of hybrid heritage
- Lexus ~65% 3-year resale — best in MA premium D-SUV segment
- RX 500h F Sport Performance 371 hp / 6.2 s — first real Lexus F sport with rear e-motor
- 729k entry — 200-830k MAD cheaper than equivalent GLE/X5/Q7
- 5-year + 10-year / 1M km Toyota Care battery warranty — segment's longest
Watch-outs
- 5 seats only in Morocco — GLE/X5/Q7 offer optional 7 seats
- RX 450h+ PHEV 65 km EV WLTP — beaten by Mercedes GLE 400 e (109 km)
- Lexus 3-dealership MA network (vs Mercedes 12, BMW 7, Audi 8)
BYDTang
Pros
- Analysing Moroccan-market strengths…
Watch-outs
- Analysing watch-outs…
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Frequently asked — Lexus RX vs BYD Tang
Lexus RX or BYD Tang: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is overall budget, look at the BYD Tang (entry MAD 699,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the Lexus RX and the BYD Tang?
The Lexus RX starts at MAD 729,000 versus MAD 699,000 for the BYD Tang, a 4% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the Lexus RX and BYD Tang be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.