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Lexus LS vs SsangYong Torres comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 33,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or SsangYong Torres?

Lexus LS vs SsangYong Torres: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • substantially more power
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SsangYong Torres

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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

LS

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.

SsangYong Torres is substantially cheaper – starting at 33,800 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 78,429 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SsangYong Torres uses 7.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

Torres

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 Lexus LS offers substantially more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 152 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus LS is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the SsangYong Torres tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 56 km/h.

LS

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: SsangYong Torres offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Torres is significantly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 847 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers noticeably more boot space – 703 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 273 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Torres carries somewhat more – 552 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Torres 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 £33,800
Torres

SsangYong Torres

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 462 km
Lexus LS
SsangYong Torres

Costs and Consumption

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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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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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Lexus LS
SsangYong Torres

Costs and Consumption

Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
462 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
216 g/km
co2
0 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
703 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
4,700 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
1,710 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Payload
455 kg
Payload
552 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 HP
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
SsangYong
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