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Lexus ES vs SsangYong Rexton comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or SsangYong Rexton?

Lexus ES vs SsangYong Rexton: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • significantly 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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

SsangYong Rexton is a bit cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,451 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

Rexton

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 only slightly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 16 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 SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the SsangYong Rexton is very slightly faster – reaching 184 km/h, while the Lexus ES tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

ES

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is visibly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 465 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers significantly more boot space – 784 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 330 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries markedly more – 770 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 300 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus ES 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 £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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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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22 Jan 2026, 01:20:01

Ssang Yong Rexton is better than the Land Cruiser

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SsangYong Rexton

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 g/km
co2
214 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
1,825 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
655 - 770 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
148 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
SsangYong
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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