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Lexus ES vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Nissan Qashqai?

Lexus ES vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • barely 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Nissan Qashqai is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,980 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.3 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Qashqai

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 very slightly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,680 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers barely more boot space – 504 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries barely more – 516 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Qashqai 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.

from £29,600
Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 158 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.3 - 6.8 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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Reviews Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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karol
3 Jun 2026, 20:17:58

Great car — it has everything you need. Others are still learning, e.g. folding mirrors, a double trunk, and it's well soundproofed.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 g/km
co2
98 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Nissan
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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