AI Verdict

Lexus LXvsTata Safari

Our AI recommends

Lexus LX

78% Match

The Lexus LX is the more complete flagship SUV, offering a full-time 4WD system with a centre diff lock, a powerful 304 bhp/700 Nm diesel V6, 10 airbags, a 360-degree camera, and lavish touches like cooled leather seats, a HUD and four-zone climate control — all justifying its far higher price. The Tata Safari, at a fraction of the cost, counters with genuinely impressive value: a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, 7-seat practicality, a larger 420L boot and a modern digital cluster, making it the pragmatic pick for buyers who don't need off-road hardware or true luxury. Choose the LX for outright capability and opulence, or the Safari if budget and everyday practicality matter most.

Lexus LX

500d with Ash Open Pore Sumi Black Trim

₹2.64 - ₹2.93 Cr

Ex-showroom price

Full-Time 4WD with Centre Diff Lock
The LX pairs a full-time 4WD system with a centre differential lock and ride height adjustment for serious off-road capability the Safari's FWD layout can't match.
304 bhp Twin-Turbo Diesel V6
A 3.3L 6-cylinder engine producing 304 bhp and 700 Nm dwarfs the Safari's 168 bhp 1.5L petrol turbo four.
10 Airbags & 360-Degree Camera
Ten airbags including driver/passenger knee and rear side airbags, plus a 360-degree camera and front & rear parking sensors, give the LX a far more comprehensive safety and visibility net.

AI Match

78%

Lexus LX

Performance
88%
Comfort
92%
Luxury & Interior
96%
Technology
85%
Safety
90%
Ownership
55%
Practicality
75%
Value
45%

Tata Safari

Smart Petrol 1.5L Turbo Manual 7 STR

₹13.4 - ₹26.91 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

5-Star Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
The Safari carries a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating and 5-star child safety score, tested credentials the LX's 'Not Tested' status can't claim.
Three-Row, 7-Seat Layout
With 7 seats across 3 rows versus the LX's 5-seat configuration, the Safari is built to carry more people as standard.
Bigger 420L Boot
The Safari offers 420 litres of bootspace, well over double the LX's 174 litres, making it more practical for luggage-heavy trips.

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Daily Commuter

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Tata Safari

78% Match

The Safari's compact footprint, lower price, and lighter running costs make it far more practical for everyday city driving than the massive, expensive LX.

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Why Safari for you?

Far more affordable to buy

At roughly 13.4 lakh ex-showroom versus the LX's over 26 crore-level pricing bracket shown, the Safari is a realistic daily commuter purchase while the LX is not.

Easier to park and maneuver

The Safari's smaller length, width and turning circle make city driving, tight parking, and narrow lanes much less stressful than the huge 5100mm LX with a 5.9m turning radius.

Practical everyday features

Rear AC vents, auto climate control, digital cluster, and a comfortable manual gearbox cover daily commuting needs without unnecessary bulk or complexity.

AI Insights

Every vehicle has a different personality.

Find out how the Lexus LX and Tata Safari stack up across key factors and see what makes each of them unique.

Lexus LX

Tata Safari

Lexus LX pulls ahead overall

The LX dominates on performance, luxury and safety hardware reflecting its premium 4WD flagship positioning, while the Safari closes the gap mainly on ownership cost and practicality thanks to its 7-seat layout and much lower price.

Full-Time 4WD with Centre Diff Lock

The LX pairs a full-time 4WD system with a centre differential lock and ride height adjustment for serious off-road capability the Safari's FWD layout can't match.

304 bhp Twin-Turbo Diesel V6

A 3.3L 6-cylinder engine producing 304 bhp and 700 Nm dwarfs the Safari's 168 bhp 1.5L petrol turbo four.

10 Airbags & 360-Degree Camera

Ten airbags including driver/passenger knee and rear side airbags, plus a 360-degree camera and front & rear parking sensors, give the LX a far more comprehensive safety and visibility net.

A Trade-off

The Safari carries a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating and 5-star child safety score, tested credentials the LX's 'Not Tested' status can't claim.

Key Highlights

Strengths that matter every day.

A side-by-side look at what each one does best, so you can choose what fits your needs.

Lexus LX

Strengths for those who prioritise power, safety and comfort.

Full-Time 4WD with Centre Diff Lock
The LX pairs a full-time 4WD system with a centre differential lock and ride height adjustment for serious off-road capability the Safari's FWD layout can't match.
304 bhp Twin-Turbo Diesel V6
A 3.3L 6-cylinder engine producing 304 bhp and 700 Nm dwarfs the Safari's 168 bhp 1.5L petrol turbo four.
10 Airbags & 360-Degree Camera
Ten airbags including driver/passenger knee and rear side airbags, plus a 360-degree camera and front & rear parking sensors, give the LX a far more comprehensive safety and visibility net.
Four-Zone Climate with Cooled Seats Throughout
All seats get ventilated cooling and the cabin is split into four climate zones, versus the Safari's single-zone front AC with no seat ventilation.
Heads-Up Display & Premium Cabin Tech
Features like a heads-up display, wireless charger, GPS navigation, and 10-way memory driver seats underline a genuinely luxury-grade interior experience.

Tata Safari

Strengths for those who prioritise safety, comfort and range.

5-Star Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
The Safari carries a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating and 5-star child safety score, tested credentials the LX's 'Not Tested' status can't claim.
Three-Row, 7-Seat Layout
With 7 seats across 3 rows versus the LX's 5-seat configuration, the Safari is built to carry more people as standard.
Bigger 420L Boot
The Safari offers 420 litres of bootspace, well over double the LX's 174 litres, making it more practical for luggage-heavy trips.
Dramatically Lower Ex-Showroom Price
At roughly ₹13.4 lakh versus the LX's ₹2.64 crore, the Safari delivers modern SUV features at a fraction of the cost.
Modern Fully Digital Instrument Cluster
The Safari's 7-inch fully digital cluster with digital speedometer and tachometer contrasts with the LX's analogue-digital hybrid dial setup.

Features & Specs

Features that matter every day.

Instead of counting features, we compare which ones each vehicle actually includes.

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Engine Performance

Battery Charging & Range
Pure Electric Driving Mode No
Driving Range 952 km

Transmission & Drivetrain

Suspension

Capacity & Dimensions

Tyre & Wheels
Wheels Alloy Wheels Alloy Wheels
Front Tyres 265 / 50 R22 235 / 65 R17
Rear Tyres 265 / 50 R22 235 / 65 R17
Spare Wheel & Tyre Alloy No
Tyres Radial - Tubeless Tyres Off-road Radial - Tubeless Tyres
Warranty
Vehicle Warranty 3 Years / 100,000 kms 3 Years / 100000 Kms
Off Road essentials
Approach Angle 44 Degree
Departure Angle 45 Degree

ADAS & Active Safety

Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.)

Brakes

AC & Climate Control

Doors, Mirrors & Wipers

Sunroof & Windows
Sunroof Electrically Adjustable Sunroof No
Power Windows Front & Rear Power Windows, All One-touch up/down Front & Rear Power Windows
Window Sunshade No
Driver Assistance (Park Assist, Cruise Control, etc.)
Keyless Start/ Button Start Yes No
Parking Assist 360 Degree Camera No
Parking Sensors Front & Rear Rear
Cruise Control Yes No

Mileage	ARAI: 6.9 kmpl \| User Reported: 8 kmpl
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Ethanol Compatibility		E20
Engine Type	3.3L F33A-FTV
Engine	3346 cc, 6 Cylinders In V Shape, 3 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1498 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	304 bhp @ 4000 rpm	168 bhp @ 5000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	700 Nm @ 1600-2600 rpm	280 Nm @ 1750-3500 rpm
Turbocharger/ Supercharger	Turbocharged (Variable Geometry)	Turbocharged
Idle Start/Stop	No
Emission Standard	BS 6	BS6 Phase 2
Acceleration	0-100 km/h in 8 seconds (claimed)
Top Speed	210 kmph

Front Suspension	Double Wishbone	Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Anti-Roll Bar
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Semi Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod & Coil Spring
Advanced Suspension Features	Ride Height Adjustment	No

Length Width Height	5100 mm * 1990 mm * 1895 mm	4668 mm * 1922 mm * 1795 mm
Wheelbase	2850 mm	2741 mm
Seating Capacity	5 Seats and 2 Rows	7 Seats and 3 Rows
Fuel Tank Capacity	80 litres	50 litres
Doors	5 Doors	5 Doors
Minimum Turning Radius	5.9 metres
Frequency Selective Damping (FSD)		No
Ground Clearance	205 mm (unladen)

Airbags	10 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Front Passenger Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
NCAP Rating	Not Tested	5 Star (Bharat NCAP)
Child Safety Rating		5 Star
Seatbelts		Pretensioning with Load Limiter (All)
Child Seat Anchor Points	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobiliser	Yes	Yes
Puncture Repair Kit	No	Yes
Second Row Middle Seat Safety	Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt	Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Child Safety Lock	Yes	Yes
Tyre Inflator		Yes
Dashcam		No
Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch		Yes
Third Row Middle Seat Safety		No
Breakdown Assistance Call Button		No

Air Conditioner	Automatic Climate Control: Four Zone (Front AC: Two Zones with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Dual Zones with Fan speed control with Vents Behind Front Armrest and on Roof, Third row AC: Blower with Vents on Roof)	Automatic Climate Control (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Blower with Fan speed control with Vents on Pillars)
Heater	Yes	Yes
Air Purifier	No	No

Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Manual - 6 Gears
Drivetrain	4WD	FWD
Four-Wheel-Drive	Full-time	No
Limited Slip Differential	No
Differential Lock	Centre	No
Drive Modes		No
Terrain Modes		No

Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Front Tyres	265 / 50 R22	235 / 65 R17
Rear Tyres	265 / 50 R22	235 / 65 R17
Spare Wheel & Tyre	Alloy	No
Tyres	Radial - Tubeless Tyres	Off-road Radial - Tubeless Tyres

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System		No
ADAS		No
Forward Collision Warning	No	No
Automatic Emergency Braking	No
Lane Functions		No
Rear Collision Assist		No
Blind Spot Detection	Yes
High-beam Assist	Yes	No
Emergency Brake Light Flashing	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm		No
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS)		No
Brake Sway Control		No
Active headrest		No
Video Recording		No
CNG Leak Detection		No
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes

Brakes	Ventilated Disc (Front & Rear)	Disc (Front & Rear)
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)	Yes	Yes
Hill Hold Control	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist (BA)	No	Yes
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)	Yes	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Yes	No
Brake Disc Wiping		Yes

Central Locking	Keyless	Yes
Interior Door Handles Finish	Chrome	Chrome
Fuel Fillers Lid		Manual
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Externally Adjustable
Inside Rear View Mirror (iRVM)		Manual Dimming
Rear Defogger	Yes	No
Heated ORVM		No
Anti-glare ORVMs	Both Sides	No
Rear Wiper	Yes	No
Speed Sensing Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Exterior Door	Chrome Door Handles Finish	Body Coloured Door Handles, Pull Handles Type
Boot Opener	Electric Opening and Closing	Electric Tailgate Release
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)	Body-Coloured finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs	Black finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver (with light)	No
Rain-sensing Wipers	Yes	No
Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper		No

Sunroof	Electrically Adjustable Sunroof	No
Power Windows	Front & Rear Power Windows, All One-touch up/down	Front & Rear Power Windows
Window Sunshade		No

Keyless Start/ Button Start	Yes	No
Parking Assist	360 Degree Camera	No
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Rear
Cruise Control	Yes	No

Bottle Holder in Doors		All Doors
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Front Seatback Pockets	Yes	No
Sunglass Holder	Yes	No
Cabin Boot Access	Yes	Yes
Third Row Cup Holders	Yes	Yes
Lockable Glovebox		No
Umbrella Storage in Door		Yes
Cup Holders	Cupholders in Front & Second Row
Driver Armrest Storage	Yes	No
Bootspace	174 L	420 L
Boot Opener	Electric Opening and Closing	Electric Tailgate Release
Heated/Cooled Cup Holders		No
Cooled Glovebox	Yes	No
Boot Open Warning		Yes

Driver Seat Adjustment	10 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	8 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, seat base angle: up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Second Row Seat Adjustment	2 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back) + 4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Fabric
Headrests	Front, Second & Third	Front, Second & Third
Split Rear Seat	60:40	60:40
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Rear Armrest	Audio controls & Cup holder	No
Cabin Boot Access	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	All Seats (Cooled)	No
Ergo lever / Boss Mode		No
Comfort Headrest		No
Split Third Row Seat	50:50	50:50
Third Row Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Driver Armrest	Yes	No
Height Adjustable Seat Belt		Front
Foldable Seatback Table		No
Third Row Seat Adjustment		4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Folding Rear Seat	Flat	Flat
Dead Pedal for Foot Rest		No

Infotainment Screen	LCD Display	No
Audio System	6+ Speakers	No
AM/FM Radio	Yes	No
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone Calls & Audio Streaming	No
Smart Connectivity	Android Auto & Apple CarPlay	No
Input Methods	Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility, DVD Playback	Type A & Type C Wired Connectivity
Antenna	Roof-Mounted Antenna	Whip Antenna
Gesture Control	No	No
Charging Ports	12V Power Outlet	1 x 12V Power Outlet
Integrated (in-dash) Music System	Yes	No
WiFi Hotspot	No	No
Voice Command	Yes	No
GPS Navigation System	Yes	No
Wireless Charger	Yes	No
Voice Assistant		No
Noise Levels		No
Speed Dependent Volume		No

Pure Electric Driving Mode	No
Driving Range	952 km

Approach Angle	44 Degree
Departure Angle	45 Degree

Instrument Cluster Screen	Analogue - Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness	7" Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Speedometer		Digital
Tachometer	Analogue	Digital
Clock	Analogue	Digital
Gear Indicator	Yes	Yes
Gear Shift Indicator	Dynamic	No
Fuel Consumption	Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning	Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning
Heads Up Display (HUD)	Yes	No
Trip Meter	2 Trips Electronic	2 Trips
Average Speed	Yes	Yes
Navigation On Instrument Cluster		No
Low Battery Warning		Yes
Outside Temperature Gauge		Yes
CNG Fuel Gauge		No
Eco-Drive Illumination		No

Steering Adjustment	Electric Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering-Mounted Controls	Yes	No
Steering	Power assisted (Electric) steering	Power-assisted (Electric) steering with 2 spokes
Additional Steering Features	No	No

Headlights	LED	LED Projector
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)	LED	LED
Fog Lights	LED - Front & Halogen - Rear	No
Ambient Interior Lighting	Yes	No
Interior Lamps	Front and Rear Reading Lamp,	Switch Controlled Front and Rear LED Cabin lamps,
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	No
Cornering Headlights	Intelligent	No
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	No
Headlight Height Adjuster	Yes	Yes
Puddle Lamps	Yes	No
Taillights	LED	LED
Welcome and Goodbye Animation		No
Reflectors		Doorpads & Rear Bumpers
Stop Lamp		Yes
Connected LED		No
Sequential Turn Indicators		No
Illuminated Logo		Steering Wheel

Over The Air (OTA) Updates	No
Emergency Call Button	No
Find My Car	No
Geo-fence	No
Check Vehicle Status via App	No
Remote AC: On / Off via App	No	No
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App	No	No
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App	No	No
Remote Engine Start/Stop		No
Alexa Compatibility	No	No
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App	No	No
Connected Car App		No
Summon Mode		No

Interior	Dual Tone (Ivory, Mellow White / Black, Black, Garnet / Black, Sunflare Brown / Black)	Single Tone (Ash Grey)
Roof Rails	Yes	Yes
Spoiler		Yes
Wrappings		No
Scuff Plates	Metallic	No
Body-coloured Bumpers	Yes	Yes
Rub-strips	No	No
Body Kit	No	No
Exhaust		Yes
Skid Plate		Front & Rear

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder	Yes	Yes
Boot Open Warning		Yes
Perimetric alarm system		Yes

Lexus LXvsTata Safari

Lexus LX

Tata Safari

Which one describes you?

Daily Commuter

Enthusiast

Family

Long-Distance

Every vehicle has a different personality.

Lexus LX pulls ahead overall

Strengths that matter every day.

Lexus LX

Tata Safari

Features that matter every day.

Engine Performance

Battery Charging & Range

Transmission & Drivetrain

Suspension

Capacity & Dimensions

Tyre & Wheels

Warranty

Off Road essentials

ADAS & Active Safety

Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.)

Brakes

AC & Climate Control

Doors, Mirrors & Wipers

Sunroof & Windows

Driver Assistance (Park Assist, Cruise Control, etc.)

Storage

Seating & Ergonomics

Infotainment & Entertainment

Instrument Cluster

Steering

Lighting & Visibilty

Mobile App & Remote Controls

Design & Styling

Warning & Alerts

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