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Lexus LS vs Porsche Taycan comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 1,034 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 87,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or Porsche Taycan?

Lexus LS vs Porsche Taycan: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • only slightly more trunk space
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Porsche Taycan

  • noticeably cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Porsche Taycan is noticeably cheaper – starting at 87,900 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,335 £.

Taycan

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 Porsche Taycan offers considerably more power – delivering 1,034 HP compared to 359 HP. That’s roughly 675 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Taycan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.2 s, while the Lexus LS takes 5.5 s. That’s about 3.3 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Taycan is marginally lighter – 2,165 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 180 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus LS offers only slightly more boot space – 430 L compared to 407 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Taycan carries markedly more – 635 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Taycan is far ahead 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 £87,900
Taycan

Porsche Taycan

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 408 - 1,034 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.7 - 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 552 - 680 km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
87,900 - 206,700 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
552 - 680 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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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
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,370 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 407 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,966 - 1,998 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
175 - 635 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 HP
Power HP
408 - 1,034 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.2 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
410 - 1,340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
300 - 760 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Porsche
What drivetrain options does the Lexus LS have?

The Lexus LS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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