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Lexus LS vs Hyundai i20 comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 18,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or Hyundai i20?

Lexus LS vs Hyundai i20: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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Hyundai i20

4.2 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai i20 is clearly cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 93,463 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i20 uses 5.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

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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 LS offers significantly more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 269 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LS is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 6 s quicker.

LS

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Hyundai i20 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i20 is significantly lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 1,200 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus LS offers slightly more boot space – 430 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i20 carries very slightly more – 465 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai i20 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.

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Hyundai i20

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 90 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.7 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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Hyundai i20

The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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Bought an i20 two years ago and It has surprised me how good It is.

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Lexus LS
Hyundai i20

Costs and Consumption
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 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
216 g/km
co2
128 - 129 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
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
352 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
455 - 465 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
90 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
172 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
66 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

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

The Lexus LS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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