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Lexus ES vs McLaren GT Series comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 175,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or McLaren GT Series?

Lexus ES vs McLaren GT Series: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • marginally more trunk space
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McLaren GT Series

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat 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

ES

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Lexus ES is considerably cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the McLaren GT Series costs 175,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 129,129 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the McLaren GT Series with 11.9 L/100km. The difference is about 6.8 L/100km.

GT Series

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 McLaren GT Series offers considerably more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 417 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren GT Series is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5.7 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.

Seats: Lexus ES offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren GT Series is somewhat lighter – 1,520 kg compared to 1,680 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus ES offers marginally more boot space – 454 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus ES 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 £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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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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McLaren GT Series

The McLaren GT takes the supercar blueprint and stretches it into a grand tourer, marrying thrilling pace with genuine long-distance comfort and a cabin that’s actually liveable. If you crave weekend escape capability without surrendering driver engagement, this is the car to consider — though it does attract a fair share of admiring glances.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
175,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.9 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
270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,520 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
420 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
2,045 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
467 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
3,994 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
McLaren
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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