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Lexus ES vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or VW Tiguan?

Lexus ES vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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VW Tiguan

4.2 (11 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • clearly 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:

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.

VW Tiguan is markedly cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,007 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.

Tiguan

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 VW Tiguan offers a bit more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 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, VW Tiguan is marginally lighter – 1,599 kg compared to 1,680 kg. The difference is around 81 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers clearly more boot space – 652 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 198 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries somewhat more – 556 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan 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 £33,600
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range 118 - 126 km
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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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VW Tiguan

The VW Tiguan is a well-rounded compact SUV that delivers a comfortable cabin, composed ride and practical space suited to everyday family life. Its straightforward tech and clever storage make it easy to live with, leaning toward sensible refinement rather than flash.

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Jerzy
7 Jun 2026, 15:17:21

It competes on price and cheaper servicing, but well‑equipped examples also offer plenty of comfort.

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Peter
21 Feb 2026, 14:53:54

My Tiguan 2.0 TSI is flawless after eight years and still looks great. I really can't complain.

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Thomas
21 Nov 2025, 21:33:38

What counts is longevity... and on that front VW doesn't convince.

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Lexus ES
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 g/km
co2
32 - 190 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
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
499 - 556 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
VW
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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