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Lexus ES vs Mercedes A Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 32,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

Lexus ES vs Mercedes A Class Saloon: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • slightly more trunk space
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Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,864 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.

A Class Saloon

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 Mercedes A Class Saloon offers noticeably more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Lexus ES tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

ES

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class Saloon is slightly lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,680 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus ES offers slightly more boot space – 454 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 59 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries very slightly more – 490 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon 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 £32,700
A Class Saloon

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • 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 0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 88 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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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon

The Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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Lexus ES
Mercedes A Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
115 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
475 - 490 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
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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