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Lexus ES vs Mercedes G-Class comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 605 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 106,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Mercedes G-Class?

Lexus ES vs Mercedes G-Class: Key differences

Lexus ES

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Mercedes G-Class

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably 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.

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 60,005 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes G-Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

G-Class

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 G-Class offers significantly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 387 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G-Class is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4.5 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is substantially lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 805 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers noticeably more boot space – 640 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 186 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries markedly more – 715 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G-Class is decisively 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 £106,600
G-Class

Mercedes G-Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 387 - 605 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 28 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 km
Lexus ES
Mercedes G-Class

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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 G-Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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Lexus ES
Mercedes G-Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
479 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
115 g/km
co2
0 - 336 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
115 - 715 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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