Compare performance (218 HP vs 359 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 112,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Lexus LS?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Hyundai Kona is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 89,220 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 5 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Lexus LS offers clearly more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 141 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LS is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.8 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lexus LS is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 78 km/h.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Hyundai Kona offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is considerably lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 975 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers very slightly more boot space – 466 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 36 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries marginally more – 490 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
The Hyundai Kona is decisively ahead 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.
The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
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Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
216 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
82 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
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Curb weight
2,345 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
430 L
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Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
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Length
5,235 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Height
1,580 mm
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Height
1,460 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Power HP
359 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
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Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Power kW
264 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Lexus
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