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Lexus ES vs Volvo V90 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 62,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Volvo V90?

Lexus ES vs Volvo V90: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Volvo V90

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Lexus ES is noticeably cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,720 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

V90

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo V90 offers significantly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 237 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is noticeably lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 395 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo V90 offers marginally more boot space – 488 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo V90 carries only slightly more – 515 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V90 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 £62,300
V90

Volvo V90

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 88 km
Lexus ES
Volvo V90

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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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Volvo V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Lexus ES
Volvo V90

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
115 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
1,472 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
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
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Volvo
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