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Lexus ES vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

Lexus ES vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences

Lexus ES

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  • very slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
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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:

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 Sprinter Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,637 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

Sprinter Transporter

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 Lexus ES offers very slightly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus ES is clearly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

ES

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Lexus ES offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is markedly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 372 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries substantially more – 2,641 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,171 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter 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 £26,900
Sprinter Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 194 - 444 km
Lexus ES
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

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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 Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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Lexus ES
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
115 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,975 mm
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
90 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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