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BMW XM vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Lexus ES?

BMW XM vs Lexus ES: Key differences

BMW XM

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Lexus ES is clearly cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 69,557 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW XM uses 4.7 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 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 BMW XM offers clearly more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 530 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

XM

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is substantially lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 1,015 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW XM offers somewhat more boot space – 527 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 73 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries a bit more – 525 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW XM is clearly superior 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.

from £116,100
XM

BMW XM

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 476 - 748 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 78 - 80 km
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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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Reviews BMW XM

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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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Reviews Lexus ES

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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
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
-
Length
4,975 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the BMW XM?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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