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Lexus LS vs Hyundai Tucson comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 31,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or Hyundai Tucson?

Lexus LS vs Hyundai Tucson: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • a bit more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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:

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.

Hyundai Tucson is substantially cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 81,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 6.9 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus LS offers a bit more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LS is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

LS

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is clearly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 803 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers noticeably more boot space – 620 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries a bit more – 545 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson holds a decisive overall lead 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 £31,300
Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 70 km
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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 Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Mike bird
29 Mar 2026, 15:20:07

Good car would have been better if it was all electric this PHEV is not a lot of good and there is so much that can go wrong . Expensive with the luxury road tax .

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Arvanitis Dimitri
12 Oct 2025, 14:52:44

It’s our second Tucson — a diesel manual and a petrol automatic. I can only confirm that our next one in 2027 will be 99.9% a Tucson again. Gorgeous, pleasant, economical and sporty. Top choice.

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Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
216 g/km
co2
62 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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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