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Audi A7 vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (630 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (55,000 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or Lexus ES?

Audi A7 vs Lexus ES: Key differences

Audi A7

  • considerably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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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

A7

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.

Lexus ES is somewhat cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the Audi A7 costs 55,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,443 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A7 uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

ES

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 Audi A7 offers considerably more power – delivering 630 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 412 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A7 is markedly faster – reaching 280 km/h, while the Lexus ES tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

A7

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 ES offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is only slightly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 1,770 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A7 offers somewhat more boot space – 535 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 81 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A7 carries visibly more – 600 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A7 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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A7

Audi A7

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 630 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 - 68 km
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Audi A7

The Audi A7 wraps elegant fastback lines around a sumptuous, tech-packed cabin that turns everyday drives into something a bit more special. It strikes a polished balance between relaxed comfort and engaging poise, so you’ll enjoy long cruises and spirited backroad runs while arriving in unmistakable style.

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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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4.7 (2 Reviews)
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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,000 - 117,900 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 - 68 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 276 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 73 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,150 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
4,969 - 5,009 mm
Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,908 - 1,950 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
1,422 - 1,424 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,235 - 1,390 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
510 - 600 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 630 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
245 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
370 - 850 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 463 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Lexus
Is the Audi A7 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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