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Lexus ES vs Lexus NX comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 46,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Lexus NX?

Lexus ES vs Lexus NX: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally lighter
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Lexus NX

4.8 (13 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Lexus NX is only slightly cheaper – starting at 46,000 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 557 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus NX uses 2.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

NX

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 NX offers visibly more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus NX is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

ES

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is marginally lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 125 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus NX carries barely more – 515 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus NX 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 £46,000
NX

Lexus NX

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 292 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 72 km
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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

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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Lexus NX

The Lexus NX wraps striking, chiseled styling around a cabin that feels more crafted living room than utility vehicle, with soft materials and user-friendly tech that give it genuine premium cachet. On the road it's composed and quietly confident, trading sporty pretensions for a refined, easygoing personality that will suit buyers who want luxury without fuss — with a little Lexus flair to make daily commutes feel special.

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4.8 (13 Reviews)
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Марк
24 May 2026, 16:30:02

Нх это лучшее

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David Jenkins
28 Mar 2026, 20:57:02

Superb handling, averaging 89mpg, decent electric range, very comfortable to drive, good cabin space, good size touch screen, extremely quick, no better car to drive and live with.

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David Jenkins
2 Feb 2026, 20:38:48

By far the best PHEV in its class, superb handling, top rated relaibility, & super quick on EV mode as well as its well equipped 2.5 litre petrol engine.

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Pierre Joris
21 Nov 2025, 23:21:12

Lexus has a history and offers a 10-year warranty.

Pierre Joris
21 Nov 2025, 23:20:20

Lexus has a history and offers a 10-year warranty.

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Lexus ES
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
46,000 - 64,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
72 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 g/km
co2
65 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,975 mm
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
475 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Lexus
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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