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Lexus ES vs Rolls-Royce Wraith comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 600 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 248,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Rolls-Royce Wraith?

Lexus ES vs Rolls-Royce Wraith: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Rolls-Royce Wraith

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally 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

ES

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.

Lexus ES is considerably cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Wraith costs 248,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 201,489 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Wraith with 15.8 L/100km. The difference is about 10.7 L/100km.

Wraith

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 Rolls-Royce Wraith offers significantly more power – delivering 600 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 382 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Rolls-Royce Wraith is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Rolls-Royce Wraith is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Lexus ES tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 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.

Seats: Lexus ES offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is clearly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 680 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Rolls-Royce Wraith offers marginally more boot space – 470 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus ES carries very slightly more – 470 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 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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Rolls-Royce Wraith

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
248,100 - 288,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
15.8 - 16.2 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
357 - 365 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
83 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
2,360 - 2,440 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
5,269 - 5,285 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,947 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
1,507 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
370 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
600 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
850 - 900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
441 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
6,592 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Rolls-Royce
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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