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Lexus LM vs Kia Ceed Sportswagon comparison

Compare performance (206 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (109,700 £ vs 24,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or Kia Ceed Sportswagon?

Lexus LM vs Kia Ceed Sportswagon: Key differences

Lexus LM

  • clearly more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Ceed Sportswagon

  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • substantially 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 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 Ceed Sportswagon is substantially cheaper – starting at 24,300 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 85,380 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Ceed Sportswagon uses 6 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Lexus LM with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

Ceed Sportswagon

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 clearly more power – delivering 206 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 66 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LM is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 8.7 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.7 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Lexus LM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is substantially lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 1,010 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LM carries barely more – 535 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon 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.

from £24,300
Ceed Sportswagon

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 100 - 140 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6 - 6.4 L/100km
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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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The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is a sensible and surprisingly stylish family wagon that turns daily chores into a bit less of a grind. Practical, comfortable and packed with thoughtful touches where they matter, it’s a smart choice for buyers who want usefulness without sacrificing personality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
109,700 - 131,900 £
Price
24,300 - 27,200 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 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
160 g/km
co2
137 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,437 kg
Trunk capacity
110 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 535 kg
Payload
463 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
206 HP
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
152 kW
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Lexus LM?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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