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Lexus ES vs Aston Martin DB12 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 192,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Aston Martin DB12?

Lexus ES vs Aston Martin DB12: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Aston Martin DB12

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

ES

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Lexus ES is substantially cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 146,272 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 7.1 L/100km.

DB12

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 Aston Martin DB12 offers significantly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 462 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

ES

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 only slightly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 1,788 kg. The difference is around 108 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus ES offers significantly more boot space – 454 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 192 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus ES 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.

from £46,600
ES

Lexus ES

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 L/100km
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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
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 g/km
co2
276 - 278 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
500 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Aston Martin
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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