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Lexus LS vs NIO EL7 comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or NIO EL7?

Lexus LS vs NIO EL7: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • marginally lighter
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NIO EL7

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

LS

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

NIO EL7 is significantly cheaper – starting at 63,300 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48,935 £.

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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 NIO EL7 offers significantly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 359 HP. That’s roughly 294 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Lexus LS takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus LS is somewhat faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the NIO EL7 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

LS

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: NIO EL7 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus LS is marginally lighter – 2,345 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 76 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers clearly more boot space – 570 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL7 carries very slightly more – 469 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 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 £63,300
EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 384 - 501 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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NIO EL7

The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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NIO EL7

Costs and Consumption
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
216 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
4,912 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
1,720 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Payload
455 kg
Payload
449 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
NIO
What drivetrain options does the Lexus LS have?

The Lexus LS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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