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Lexus LS vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or Lexus ES?

Lexus LS vs Lexus ES: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • very slightly 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:

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.

Lexus ES is clearly cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 65,692 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.

ES

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 Lexus LS offers clearly more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 141 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LS is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus LS is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Lexus ES tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

LS

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.

Seats: Lexus ES offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is visibly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 665 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus ES offers very slightly more boot space – 454 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus ES carries only slightly more – 470 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus ES 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.

from £46,600
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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 LS

The Lexus LS is a quietly opulent flagship that wraps cutting-edge tech in a calm, Zen-like cabin, turning gridlock into a spa appointment. Buyers after polished refinement and faultless build quality will love its hushed ride and diplomatic road manners, even if it never cries out for attention.

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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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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
216 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
455 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Lexus
What drivetrain options does the Lexus LS have?

The Lexus LS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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