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Lexus ES vs Subaru Outback comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 40,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Subaru Outback?

Lexus ES vs Subaru Outback: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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Subaru Outback

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • marginally lighter
  • moderately 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.

Subaru Outback is somewhat cheaper – starting at 40,000 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,565 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 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 visibly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus ES is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Outback is marginally lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 1,680 kg. The difference is around 37 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Outback offers moderately more boot space – 561 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 107 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Outback carries slightly more – 557 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 87 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus ES is decisively ahead 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

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
40,000 - 44,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 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
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Subaru
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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