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Lexus LS vs Kia Picanto comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 68 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 15,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or Kia Picanto?

Lexus LS vs Kia Picanto: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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Kia Picanto

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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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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 Picanto is significantly cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 97,200 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Picanto uses 5.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 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 significantly more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 291 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 Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 9.1 s quicker.

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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: Kia Picanto offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is substantially lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 1,221 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus LS offers substantially more boot space – 430 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LS carries clearly more – 455 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 123 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Picanto stands well ahead of its rival 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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Kia Picanto

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 68 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.5 - 5.9 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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Kia Picanto

Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
216 g/km
co2
126 - 134 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
4 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
255 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,595 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
253 - 332 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 HP
Power HP
68 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
96 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
50 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
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Lexus LS have?

The Lexus LS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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