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Lexus ES vs NIO ET7 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or NIO ET7?

Lexus ES vs NIO ET7: Key differences

Lexus ES

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  • markedly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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NIO ET7

  • significantly 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 markedly cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,329 £.

ET7

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 NIO ET7 offers significantly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 435 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET7 is only slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Lexus ES tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

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 2,434 kg. The difference is around 754 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus ES offers noticeably more boot space – 454 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 91 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus ES carries very slightly more – 470 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £59,900
ET7

NIO ET7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 451 - 584 km
Lexus ES
NIO ET7

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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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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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Lexus ES
NIO ET7

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 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
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
5,101 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
1,509 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
446 - 466 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
NIO
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