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NIO ET7 vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET7 or Lexus ES?

NIO ET7 vs Lexus ES: Key differences

NIO ET7

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

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • markedly 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

ET7

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Lexus ES is visibly cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,329 £.

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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 NIO ET7 offers significantly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 435 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET7 is very slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Lexus ES tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

ET7

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, Lexus ES is substantially lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 754 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus ES offers markedly more boot space – 454 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 91 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus ES carries only slightly more – 470 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 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 £59,900
ET7

NIO ET7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 451 - 584 km
NIO ET7
Lexus ES

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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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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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NIO ET7
Lexus ES

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
363 L
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
5,101 mm
Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
1,509 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 466 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2022
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
NIO
Brand
Lexus
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