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Lexus ES vs Volvo S90 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (46600 £ vs 62200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Volvo S90?

Lexus ES

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Volvo S90

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 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46600 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15643 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo S90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.10 L. The difference is about 4.30 L per 100 km.

S90

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 Volvo S90 has a significantly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 237 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.90 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Lexus ES is somewhat lighter – 1680 kg compared to 1912 kg. The difference is around 232 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lexus ES offers minimal more room – 454 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

When it comes to payload, Volvo S90 hardly perceptible takes the win – 518 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S90 is far ahead 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.

Lexus ES
Volvo S90

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S90

Volvo S90

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 235 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.8 - 5.7 L
  • Electric Range : 89 km

Lexus ES

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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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Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.

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Lexus ES
Volvo S90

Costs and Consumption

Price
46600 - 59300 £
Price
62200 - 70500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
89 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
115 g/km
co2
17 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1680 kg
Curb weight
1912 - 2119 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Length
4975 mm
Length
4969 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1445 mm
Height
1440 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
451 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
235 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
2487 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2022 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Volvo
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus ES is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.