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Lexus ES vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Volvo XC40?

Lexus ES vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • barely lighter
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Volvo XC40

5 (6 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

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.

Volvo XC40 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,680 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

XC40

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 Lexus ES offers marginally more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

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 terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is barely lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 8 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries moderately more – 532 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus ES comes out clearly 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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5 (6 Reviews)
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Trentini Paolo
7 May 2026, 13:45:44

Delivered a few days ago — a radical change after 5 VW Golfs, most recently a T‑Roc.

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S. M.
20 Apr 2026, 09:07:56

Excellent

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 g/km
co2
148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,975 mm
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Volvo
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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