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Nissan Interstar vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (36,200 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or Lexus ES?

Nissan Interstar vs Lexus ES: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

  • visibly cheaper
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Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • considerably 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

Interstar

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.

Nissan Interstar is visibly cheaper – starting at 36,200 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,426 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

ES

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 Lexus ES offers noticeably more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

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 3.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is visibly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 373 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries substantially more – 1,447 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 977 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Interstar comes out modestly ahead 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 £36,200
Interstar

Nissan Interstar

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 410 km
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Nissan Interstar

The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.

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Reviews Nissan Interstar

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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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4.7 (2 Reviews)
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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Nissan Interstar
Lexus ES

Costs and Consumption
Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 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
410 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 205 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
4
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
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Length
4,975 mm
Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
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Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Lexus
Is the Nissan Interstar offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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