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SsangYong Korando vs Lexus LM comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 206 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 109,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Korando or Lexus LM?

SsangYong Korando vs Lexus LM: Key differences

SsangYong Korando

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  • significantly cheaper
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Lexus LM

  • very slightly more power
  • marginally more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Korando

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SsangYong Korando is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 82,723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus LM uses 7.1 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 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 LM offers very slightly more power – delivering 206 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SsangYong Korando is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the Lexus LM takes 8.7 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Korando

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Lexus LM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Korando is clearly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 828 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers clearly more boot space – 551 L compared to 110 L. That’s a difference of about 441 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LM carries a bit more – 535 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Korando 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.

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Korando

SsangYong Korando

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 339 km
SsangYong Korando
Lexus LM

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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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Lexus LM

The Lexus LM is a decadent, chauffeur-friendly people carrier that dresses up van practicality with yacht-like luxury and unmistakable Lexus polish. Inside it’s all about rear-seat pampering and serene refinement — perfect for buyers who want to arrive feeling like royalty, even if it’s not for the tightest budget or the smallest parking space.

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SsangYong Korando
Lexus LM

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Price
109,700 - 131,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
339 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 197 g/km
co2
160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
551 L
Trunk capacity
110 L
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Length
-
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 463 kg
Payload
525 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Power HP
206 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Power kW
152 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Lexus
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