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Lexus LC Coupe vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (105,400 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LC Coupe or VW Polo?

Lexus LC Coupe vs VW Polo: Key differences

Lexus LC Coupe

  • substantially more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Polo

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly 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

LC Coupe

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.

VW Polo is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Lexus LC Coupe costs 105,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 88,127 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Polo uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus LC Coupe with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 LC Coupe offers substantially more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 257 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LC Coupe is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the VW Polo takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus LC Coupe delivers noticeably more torque with 530 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm more.

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: VW Polo offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, VW Polo is clearly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 787 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Polo offers clearly more boot space – 351 L compared to 197 L. That’s a difference of about 154 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LC Coupe carries barely more – 465 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo is far ahead 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.

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Polo

VW Polo

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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Lexus LC Coupe

The Lexus LC is a striking grand tourer that fuses Japanese craftsmanship with theatrical styling; slipping into its cockpit feels like being handed a bespoke suit—polished, dramatic and effortlessly comfortable. It prefers to seduce rather than shout, delivering a serene yet engaging drive for buyers who want presence and refinement without supercar fuss.

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VW Polo

The Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.

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Michel
13 Jun 2026, 15:24:46

Nice, spacious car with many options available (panoramic roof and travel assist).

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Lexus LC Coupe
VW Polo

Costs and Consumption
Price
105,400 - 114,900 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
8.1 - 11.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
184 - 262 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,930 - 1,980 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
172 - 197 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4,770 mm
Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
1,345 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 465 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 - 464 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
250 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
530 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
264 - 341 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 - 4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
VW
Is the Lexus LC Coupe offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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