Compare performance (218 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (46600 £ vs 36300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Mercedes Vito Bus?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes Vito Bus has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36300 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10255 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus ES manages with 5.10 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Bus with 6.70 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.
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 Mercedes Vito Bus has a slight edge – offering 237 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Lexus ES performs evident better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Bus tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes Vito Bus offers noticeable more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.
In curb weight, Lexus ES is noticeable lighter – 1680 kg compared to 2023 kg. The difference is around 343 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers significantly more room – 1390 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 936 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes Vito Bus significantly takes the win – 1077 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 607 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Bus 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.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.
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Price
46600 - 59300 £
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Price
36300 - 55900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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co2
115 g/km
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co2
0 - 228 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
8
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1680 kg
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Curb weight
2023 - 2739 kg
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Trunk capacity
454 L
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1390 L
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Length
4975 mm
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Length
4895 - 5370 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Height
1445 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
4190 - 4990 L
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Payload
470 kg
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Payload
726 - 1077 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
218 HP
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.90 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
160 kW
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
2487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Lexus ES is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.