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Kia Picanto vs Lexus LBX comparison

Compare performance (68 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (15,100 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Lexus LBX?

Kia Picanto vs Lexus LBX: Key differences

Kia Picanto

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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Lexus LBX

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Picanto

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.

Kia Picanto is significantly cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the Lexus LBX costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,200 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus LBX uses 4.5 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

LBX

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus LBX offers clearly more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LBX is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.2 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus LBX delivers clearly more torque with 185 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 89 Nm more.

Picanto

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is a bit lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,280 kg. The difference is around 156 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus LBX offers markedly more boot space – 332 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 77 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LBX carries visibly more – 475 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 143 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus LBX stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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LBX

Lexus LBX

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
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Kia Picanto

Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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Lexus LBX

The Lexus LBX is a compact premium crossover that brings Lexus styling and craftsmanship to city driving, pairing a cozy interior with thoughtful tech and upscale materials. It focuses on a quiet, refined ride and fuel-efficient everyday usability while carrying the brand’s familiar emphasis on comfort and safety.

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5 (2 Reviews)
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DannyCS
5 Feb 2026, 18:32:14

We’re loving our LBX. Its fun to drive, great fuel economy and fancy too

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Costs and Consumption
Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
Price
28,300 - 40,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 134 g/km
co2
102 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Curb weight
1,280 - 1,365 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
255 - 332 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,595 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
96 Nm
Torque
185 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Lexus
What drivetrain options does the Kia Picanto have?

The Kia Picanto is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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