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Ford Mustang Coupe vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (453 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (51,800 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Coupe or Lexus ES?

Ford Mustang Coupe vs Lexus ES: Key differences

Ford Mustang Coupe

  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • very 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

Mustang Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Lexus ES is slightly cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the Ford Mustang Coupe costs 51,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,186 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Mustang Coupe with 12 L/100km. The difference is about 6.9 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 Ford Mustang Coupe offers substantially more power – delivering 453 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 235 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

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 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is very slightly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 1,808 kg. The difference is around 128 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus ES carries markedly more – 470 kg compared to 334 kg. That’s a difference of about 136 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus ES is slightly ahead 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 £46,600
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Lexus ES

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Ford Mustang Coupe
Lexus ES

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Ford Mustang Coupe

The Ford Mustang Coupe wears its muscle on its sleeve, delivering a raw, grin-inducing driving experience that turns everyday roads into a little theater of noise and swagger. Inside it's surprisingly livable for regular use, so if you want headline-grabbing looks and a proper driver's car without pretending to be a luxury cruiser, the Mustang coupe is a very entertaining choice.

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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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Ford Mustang Coupe
Lexus ES

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,800 - 65,600 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
12 - 12.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
275 - 282 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,808 - 1,837 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
-
Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,916 - 1,917 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
327 - 334 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
446 - 453 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
540 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
328 - 334 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
5,038 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Ford
Brand
Lexus
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