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Lexus ES vs Mercedes EQT comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Mercedes EQT?

Lexus ES vs Mercedes EQT: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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Mercedes EQT

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit 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

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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 EQT is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,811 £.

EQT

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus ES offers considerably more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 96 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus ES is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Mercedes EQT takes 12.6 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus ES is clearly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes EQT tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 48 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, Lexus ES is slightly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQT offers a bit more boot space – 551 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQT carries slightly more – 531 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQT has the upper hand 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 £27,800
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Mercedes EQT

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 265 - 278 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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Reviews Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Mercedes EQT

The Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.

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Mercedes EQT

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
265 - 278 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
45 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
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
457 - 531 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
132 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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