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BYD ETP3 vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Lexus ES?

BYD ETP3 vs Lexus ES: Key differences

BYD ETP3

  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
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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

ETP3

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.

BYD ETP3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,965 £.

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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 ES offers markedly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus ES is significantly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the BYD ETP3 tops out at 100 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

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: Lexus ES offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BYD ETP3 is only slightly lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 1,680 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries clearly more – 780 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 310 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD ETP3 sits just 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.

£31,620
ETP3

BYD ETP3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 HP
  • Electric Range 233 km
BYD ETP3
Lexus ES

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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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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BYD ETP3
Lexus ES

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,600 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
4,460 mm
Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
780 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
180 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BYD
Brand
Lexus
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