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Lexus LS vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or smart #1?

Lexus LS vs smart #1: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • noticeably more trunk space
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smart #1

  • significantly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

LS

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

smart #1 is significantly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 71,572 £.

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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 smart #1 offers only slightly more power – delivering 368 HP compared to 359 HP. That’s roughly 9 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Lexus LS takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.6 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: smart #1 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, smart #1 is markedly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 445 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus LS offers noticeably more boot space – 430 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 117 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LS carries marginally more – 455 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 is decisively ahead 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.

£40,705
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smart #1

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 368 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 400 km
Lexus LS
smart #1

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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smart #1

The Smart #1 feels like a breath of fresh air in the compact EV world, pairing playful styling with usable space and a cabin that punches above its size. It skips the fuss and delivers an easygoing, city-friendly driving experience with clever features that make it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for everyday motoring.

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Lexus LS
smart #1

Costs and Consumption

Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
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
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
425 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
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
smart
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