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Lexus LS vs Genesis G80 comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 370 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or Genesis G80?

Lexus LS vs Genesis G80: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • marginally lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Genesis G80

  • substantially cheaper
  • barely more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

LS

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Genesis G80 is substantially cheaper – starting at 64,300 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,992 £.

G80

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 Genesis G80 offers barely more power – delivering 370 HP compared to 359 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G80 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Lexus LS takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

LS

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: Genesis G80 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus LS is marginally lighter – 2,345 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus LS offers moderately more boot space – 430 L compared to 354 L. That’s a difference of about 76 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G80 carries very slightly more – 490 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis G80 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 £64,300
G80

Genesis G80

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 370 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 570 km
Lexus LS
Genesis G80

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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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Genesis G80

The Genesis G80 is a quietly confident executive sedan that marries elegant, restrained design with an interior that feels bespoke rather than mass-produced. For buyers who crave flagship comfort and poise without the badge theatrics, the G80 serves serious luxury and refinement with a touch of surprising value — like a tuxedoed chauffeur who secretly loves great playlists.

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Lexus LS
Genesis G80

Costs and Consumption

Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
64,300 - 67,800 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
570 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
216 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
2,410 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
354 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 HP
Power HP
370 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
272 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Genesis
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