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Lexus LS vs Toyota Land Cruiser comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 72,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or Toyota Land Cruiser?

Lexus LS vs Toyota Land Cruiser: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • considerably more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Toyota Land Cruiser

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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more trunk space
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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:

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

Toyota Land Cruiser is significantly cheaper – starting at 72,000 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,286 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus LS uses 9.6 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Toyota Land Cruiser with 10.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

Land Cruiser

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 Lexus LS offers considerably more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 154 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LS is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Toyota Land Cruiser takes 12.3 s. That’s about 6.8 s quicker.

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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: Toyota Land Cruiser offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus LS is very slightly lighter – 2,345 kg compared to 2,415 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Land Cruiser offers substantially more boot space – 742 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 312 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Land Cruiser carries clearly more – 750 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 295 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus LS 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.

from £112,300
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Lexus LS

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 359 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 9.6 L/100km
Lexus LS
Toyota Land Cruiser

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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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Toyota Land Cruiser

The Toyota Land Cruiser is the kind of SUV that makes you feel ready to abandon the map and take the long way home, with legendary go-anywhere capability wrapped in reassuringly solid build quality. Inside it's surprisingly comfortable and grown-up — a practical luxury for buyers who want reliability and presence rather than fleeting flash.

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Lexus LS
Toyota Land Cruiser

Costs and Consumption

Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
72,000 - 79,700 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
10.6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
216 g/km
co2
278 - 282 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
4
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
2,415 - 2,450 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
143 - 742 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
685 - 750 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 HP
Power HP
205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
151 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
2,755 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Toyota
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