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Lexus LM vs Renault Trafic Transporter comparison

Compare performance (206 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (109,700 £ vs 38,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or Renault Trafic Transporter?

Lexus LM vs Renault Trafic Transporter: Key differences

Lexus LM

  • somewhat more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Trafic Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • markedly 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.

Renault Trafic Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 38,100 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 71,617 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Trafic Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Lexus LM with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Trafic Transporter

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 LM offers somewhat more power – delivering 206 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LM is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.7 s, while the Renault Trafic Transporter takes 10.8 s. That’s about 2.1 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 6.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Trafic Transporter is markedly lighter – 1,848 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 497 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Transporter carries substantially more – 1,222 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 687 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Trafic Transporter 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 £38,100
Trafic Transporter

Renault Trafic Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.8 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 240 - 318 km
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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 Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
109,700 - 131,900 £
Price
38,100 - 43,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
240 - 318 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
160 g/km
co2
0 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,848 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
110 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 535 kg
Payload
899 - 1,222 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
206 HP
Power HP
122 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 13.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
245 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
152 kW
Power kW
90 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the Lexus LM?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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