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Lexus ES vs Renault Kangoo comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 25,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Renault Kangoo?

Lexus ES vs Renault Kangoo: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Kangoo

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • moderately lighter
  • considerably 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.

Renault Kangoo is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,700 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,871 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Renault Kangoo with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Kangoo

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 Lexus ES offers substantially more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus ES is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Renault Kangoo takes 11.6 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Renault Kangoo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Kangoo is moderately lighter – 1,489 kg compared to 1,680 kg. The difference is around 191 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Kangoo offers considerably more boot space – 775 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 321 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo carries clearly more – 610 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Kangoo has only a minor advantage 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 £25,700
Kangoo

Renault Kangoo

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 7.4 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
25,700 - 32,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 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
136 - 168 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,489 - 1,830 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 775 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
459 - 610 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
95 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 16.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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