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Lexus LS vs Hongqi HS5 comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or Hongqi HS5?

Lexus LS vs Hongqi HS5: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • markedly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Hongqi HS5

  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

LS

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hongqi HS5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 76,282 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hongqi HS5 uses 9.5 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 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 markedly more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 141 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LS is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Hongqi HS5 takes 8.7 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus LS is slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hongqi HS5 tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

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: Hongqi HS5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Hongqi HS5 is visibly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 540 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus LS offers significantly more boot space – 430 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 430 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LS carries marginally more – 455 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus LS is clearly superior overall 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 £112,300
LS

Lexus LS

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 359 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 9.6 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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Hongqi HS5

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Costs and Consumption
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
216 g/km
co2
240 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
64 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,805 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
4,760 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,907 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
1,700 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
204 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
1,989 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Hongqi
What drivetrain options does the Lexus LS have?

The Lexus LS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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