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Lexus ES vs Lotus Eletre comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Lotus Eletre?

Lexus ES vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences

Lexus ES

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Lotus Eletre

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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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 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.

Lexus ES is significantly cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,120 £.

Eletre

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 Lotus Eletre offers substantially more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 700 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Eletre is noticeably faster – reaching 265 km/h, while the Lexus ES tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 85 km/h.

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 considerably lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 885 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers markedly more boot space – 688 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 234 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Eletre carries very slightly more – 485 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre 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 £85,700
Eletre

Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 450 - 570 km
Lexus ES
Lotus Eletre

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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Lexus ES
Lotus Eletre

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
115 g/km
co2
0 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
4
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
5,103 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
1,630 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
405 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Lotus
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