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Lexus LS vs Audi A1 comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 20,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or Audi A1?

Lexus LS vs Audi A1: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • considerably more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Audi A1

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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably 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.

Audi A1 is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 92,306 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A1 uses 5.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.

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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 LS offers considerably more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 152 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LS is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Audi A1 takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

LS

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Audi A1 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A1 is considerably lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 1,170 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus LS offers visibly more boot space – 430 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A1 carries marginally more – 470 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A1 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.

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Audi A1

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
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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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Audi A1

The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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Lexus LS
Audi A1

Costs and Consumption
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 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
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
216 g/km
co2
118 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
335 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
410 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 HP
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Audi
What drivetrain options does the Lexus LS have?

The Lexus LS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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