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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (26,900 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Transporter or Lexus ES?

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Lexus ES: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
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Lexus ES

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  • only slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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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

Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,637 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

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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 only slightly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus ES is substantially faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

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 ES offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is visibly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 372 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries substantially more – 2,641 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,171 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter 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 £26,900
Sprinter Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 194 - 444 km
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
Lexus ES

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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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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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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
Lexus ES

Costs and Consumption

Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 333 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
90 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Lexus
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