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Lexus LS vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or Volvo EC40?

Lexus LS vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • very slightly more trunk space
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Volvo EC40

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit 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:

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

Volvo EC40 is clearly cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 65,743 £.

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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 Volvo EC40 offers slightly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 359 HP. That’s roughly 83 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Lexus LS takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

LS

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Volvo EC40 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo EC40 is a bit lighter – 2,065 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus LS offers very slightly more boot space – 430 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LS carries barely more – 455 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 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 £46,500
EC40

Volvo EC40

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 486 - 585 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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Volvo EC40

The Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
46,500 - 56,800 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
216 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
395 - 435 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
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Lexus LS have?

The Lexus LS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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