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Kia Stonic vs Lexus LS comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 359 HP), boot space and price (20,400 £ vs 112,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Stonic or Lexus LS?

Kia Stonic vs Lexus LS: Key differences

Kia Stonic

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Lexus LS

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit 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

Stonic

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Stonic is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,400 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 91,886 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Stonic uses 5.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

LS

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 LS offers substantially more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 244 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 Kia Stonic takes 10.7 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

Stonic

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Kia Stonic offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Stonic is clearly lighter – 1,205 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 1,140 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus LS offers a bit more boot space – 430 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LS carries barely more – 455 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Stonic 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.

from £20,400
Stonic

Kia Stonic

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 115 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.6 - 5.7 L/100km
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Kia Stonic

The Kia Stonic is a compact crossover that pairs nimble city manners with a surprisingly spacious and comfortable cabin. It’s a practical, well-equipped choice for buyers who value sensible features, approachable styling and easy everyday usability.

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Jan
18 Mar 2026, 07:19:10

Very good car, uses little fuel, nothing's gone wrong in 4 years, no breakdowns.

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Ennio
4 Feb 2026, 13:19:36

I'm very satisfied — I have a Stonic Black Edition hybrid, and I haven't had any problems after two years.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,400 - 26,800 £
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.6 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
-
co2
126 - 128 g/km
co2
216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
82 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,205 - 1,270 kg
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
-
Length
5,235 mm
Width
1,760 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
440 - 445 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 115 HP
Power HP
359 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
172 - 200 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
74 - 85 kW
Power kW
264 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Lexus
Is the Kia Stonic offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Stonic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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