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Lexus LS vs Kia Ceed comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 23,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or Kia Ceed?

Lexus LS vs Kia Ceed: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Ceed

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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably 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:

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.

Kia Ceed is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,500 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 88,800 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Ceed uses 6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

Ceed

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 substantially more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 219 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LS is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.5 s. That’s about 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: Kia Ceed offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Ceed is considerably lighter – 1,298 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 1,047 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Ceed 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 Kia Ceed 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 £23,500
Ceed

Kia Ceed

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 100 - 140 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6 - 6.4 L/100km
Lexus LS
Kia Ceed

Costs and Consumption

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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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Kia Ceed

The Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.

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Lexus LS
Kia Ceed

Costs and Consumption

Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
23,500 - 26,300 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6 - 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
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
216 g/km
co2
137 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,298 - 1,372 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,235 mm
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
478 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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
100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Kia
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