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Lexus ES vs Vauxhall Vivaro comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 33,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Vauxhall Vivaro?

Lexus ES vs Vauxhall Vivaro: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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Vauxhall Vivaro

  • 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:

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

Vauxhall Vivaro is substantially cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,384 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Vauxhall Vivaro with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

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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 moderately more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus ES is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Vauxhall Vivaro takes 10.6 s. That’s about 1.7 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.

Seats: Vauxhall Vivaro offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is only slightly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 1,722 kg. The difference is around 42 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Vivaro carries substantially more – 1,226 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 756 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Vivaro 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 £33,200
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Vauxhall Vivaro

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 222 - 350 km
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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

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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Vauxhall Vivaro

The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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Lexus ES
Vauxhall Vivaro

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
33,200 - 45,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
222 - 350 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
115 g/km
co2
0 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 9
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,241 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,975 mm
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
872 - 1,226 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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