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Lexus LS vs VW Taigo comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 19,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or VW Taigo?

Lexus LS vs VW Taigo: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Taigo

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly lighter
  • marginally 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

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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.

VW Taigo is significantly cheaper – starting at 19,900 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 92,357 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Taigo uses 5.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

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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 substantially more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 209 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LS is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the VW Taigo takes 8.2 s. That’s about 2.7 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: VW Taigo offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, VW Taigo is significantly lighter – 1,229 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 1,116 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Taigo offers marginally more boot space – 440 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Taigo carries only slightly more – 457 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Taigo 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.

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VW Taigo

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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Lexus LS
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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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VW Taigo

The VW Taigo blends a coupe-like roofline with crossover practicality, giving it a stylish presence on the road while remaining easy to live with for everyday driving. It delivers a comfortable ride, intuitive tech and smart use of space, making it a good choice if you want SUV looks without the bulk of a larger vehicle.

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4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Taiger
25 Jun 2026, 18:04:38

Good enough for four stars, not stellar but ok for VW

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Volker
15 Jun 2026, 09:53:01

Great car for city and short-distance driving. Solid interior and chic design. Even the 95 hp version is adequately powered.

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Lexus LS
VW Taigo

Costs and Consumption
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
19,900 - 31,800 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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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
120 - 132 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
1,229 - 1,302 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,757 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
448 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Lexus
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Lexus LS have?

The Lexus LS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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