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Lexus LM vs NIO ET5 comparison

Compare performance (206 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (109,700 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or NIO ET5?

Lexus LM vs NIO ET5: Key differences

Lexus LM

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NIO ET5

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

LM

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.

NIO ET5 is substantially cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 69,000 £.

ET5

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 NIO ET5 offers clearly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 206 HP. That’s roughly 284 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Lexus LM takes 8.7 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Lexus LM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, NIO ET5 is barely lighter – 2,215 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 130 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET5 offers clearly more boot space – 386 L compared to 110 L. That’s a difference of about 276 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LM carries slightly more – 535 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £40,700
ET5

NIO ET5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 456 - 590 km
Lexus LM
NIO ET5

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Lexus LM

The Lexus LM is a decadent, chauffeur-friendly people carrier that dresses up van practicality with yacht-like luxury and unmistakable Lexus polish. Inside it’s all about rear-seat pampering and serene refinement — perfect for buyers who want to arrive feeling like royalty, even if it’s not for the tightest budget or the smallest parking space.

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NIO ET5

NIO ET5 arrives with sleek, minimalist lines and a cabin that feels more like a calm lounge than a dashboard, delivering a composed drive that keeps motorway monotony at bay. Tech is smart rather than showy, and the brand’s novel ownership options make it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric convenience without the usual headaches — plus it brings enough personality to make charging stops less boring.

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Lexus LM
NIO ET5

Costs and Consumption

Price
109,700 - 131,900 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
160 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
110 L
Trunk capacity
386 L
Length
-
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Payload
525 - 535 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
206 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
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Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
152 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
NIO
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