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Lexus LM vs Ford Transit Connect comparison

Compare performance (206 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (109,700 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or Ford Transit Connect?

Lexus LM vs Ford Transit Connect: Key differences

Lexus LM

  • substantially more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Ford Transit Connect

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Transit Connect is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 78,910 £.

Transit Connect

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 LM offers substantially more power – delivering 206 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LM is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.7 s, while the Ford Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

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 LM offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is clearly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 770 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Connect carries markedly more – 780 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Connect holds a decisive overall lead 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 £30,800
Transit Connect

Ford Transit Connect

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 HP
Lexus LM
Ford Transit Connect

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus LM

The Lexus LM is a decadent, chauffeur-friendly people carrier that dresses up van practicality with yacht-like luxury and unmistakable Lexus polish. Inside it’s all about rear-seat pampering and serene refinement — perfect for buyers who want to arrive feeling like royalty, even if it’s not for the tightest budget or the smallest parking space.

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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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Lexus LM
Ford Transit Connect

Costs and Consumption

Price
109,700 - 131,900 £
Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
160 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
110 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
525 - 535 kg
Payload
775 - 780 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
206 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
152 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
Lexus
Brand
Ford
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