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Lexus ES vs Mercedes A-Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (46600 £ vs 32300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Mercedes A-Class?

Lexus ES

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes A-Class has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32300 £, while the Lexus ES costs 46600 £. That’s a price difference of around 14323 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.10 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.

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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 Mercedes A-Class has a evident edge – offering 320 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.90 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Lexus ES tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Mercedes A-Class is slightly lighter – 1440 kg compared to 1680 kg. The difference is around 240 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lexus ES offers distinct more room – 454 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes A-Class slight takes the win – 485 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes A-Class shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Mercedes A-Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 85 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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Mercedes A-Class

The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46600 - 59300 £
Price
32300 - 55600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
115 g/km
co2
53 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1680 kg
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
4975 mm
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1445 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
475 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
2487 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus ES is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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