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Lexus LS vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or smart #3?

Lexus LS vs smart #3: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • clearly more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly 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:

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.

smart #3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 70,286 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus LS offers clearly more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LS is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the smart #3 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: smart #3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, smart #3 is clearly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 535 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus LS offers slightly more boot space – 430 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LS carries barely more – 455 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 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.

£41,991
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smart #3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 455 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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smart #3

The Smart #3 turns the brand's cheeky city-car attitude into a grown-up compact SUV, pairing sleek styling with a surprisingly roomy, well-made interior. It's a brilliant pick for buyers who want electric ease without dullness — practical enough for daily life, but still lively enough to make parking and grocery runs feel a little fun.

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Ronny
16 Oct 2025, 13:10:59

Handsome design, packed with advanced driver‑assist technology and stellar performance — all at an attractive price. Highly recommended, this car!

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Lexus LS
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Costs and Consumption
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
455 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
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
450 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
Power HP
359 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
smart
What drivetrain options does the Lexus LS have?

The Lexus LS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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