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Lexus ES vs Mercedes AMG GT comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 816 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 102,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Mercedes AMG GT?

Lexus ES vs Mercedes AMG GT: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Mercedes AMG GT

  • considerably more power
  • clearly 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 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 Mercedes AMG GT costs 102,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 55,919 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes AMG GT with 10.3 L/100km. The difference is about 5.2 L/100km.

AMG GT

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 AMG GT offers considerably more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 598 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes AMG GT is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 6.1 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, Lexus ES is only slightly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 1,790 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus ES offers noticeably more boot space – 454 L compared to 321 L. That’s a difference of about 133 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus ES carries substantially more – 470 kg compared to 215 kg. That’s a difference of about 255 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus ES comes out modestly ahead 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
102,500 - 194,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 14 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
115 g/km
co2
235 - 319 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
1,790 - 2,195 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
182 - 321 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,929 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
170 - 215 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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