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BYD ETP3 vs Lexus LS comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 359 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 112,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Lexus LS?

BYD ETP3 vs Lexus LS: Key differences

BYD ETP3

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Lexus LS

  • substantially more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

ETP3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BYD ETP3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 80,657 £.

LS

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus LS offers substantially more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 223 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus LS is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the BYD ETP3 tops out at 100 km/h. The difference is around 150 km/h.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Lexus LS offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BYD ETP3 is significantly lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 705 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries clearly more – 780 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 325 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD ETP3 is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

£31,620
ETP3

BYD ETP3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 HP
  • Electric Range : 233 km
BYD ETP3
Lexus LS

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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Lexus LS

The Lexus LS is a quietly opulent flagship that wraps cutting-edge tech in a calm, Zen-like cabin, turning gridlock into a spa appointment. Buyers after polished refinement and faultless build quality will love its hushed ride and diplomatic road manners, even if it never cries out for attention.

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BYD ETP3
Lexus LS

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,600 £
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
82 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
4,460 mm
Length
5,235 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
780 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
359 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
180 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
264 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
3,456 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BYD
Brand
Lexus
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