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Lexus ES vs Nissan Primastar Bus comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 45,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Nissan Primastar Bus?

Lexus ES vs Nissan Primastar Bus: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Nissan Primastar Bus

  • barely 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.

Nissan Primastar Bus is barely cheaper – starting at 45,300 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,256 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

Primastar Bus

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 Lexus ES offers visibly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Nissan Primastar Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is markedly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,043 kg. The difference is around 363 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Bus carries clearly more – 1,002 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 532 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus ES 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 £46,600
ES

Lexus ES

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 L/100km
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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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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 g/km
co2
181 - 182 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
9
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,975 mm
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
953 - 1,002 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Nissan
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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