Verdict
At RM259,800, the Lexus ES 6th Gen is the known quantity: a 181 hp, 235 Nm 2.5-litre petrol sedan with a 490-litre boot, 6-speed automatic and a detailed equipment list. The Lexus ES XZ20’s price is still TBA, but its Petrol Hybrid/REV layout and much larger 5,140 mm body point to a different brief. It is 240 mm wider and rides on a 130 mm longer wheelbase, so measure your parking space before assuming newer is automatically easier to live with. For a Malaysian buyer needing certainty now, the 6th Gen is the safer call.
Pick the Lexus ES 6th Gen if you want a priced, fully specified 181 hp petrol executive sedan with a 490-litre boot and 17-inch wheels.
Pick the Lexus ES XZ20 if you want the Petrol Hybrid/REV drivetrain and can accommodate its 5,140 mm length and 1,920 mm width.
Key differences
- Fuel: Lexus ES 6th Gen petrol; Lexus ES XZ20 Petrol Hybrid/REV.
- Length: Lexus ES 6th Gen 4,900 mm; Lexus ES XZ20 5,140 mm.
- Width: Lexus ES 6th Gen 1,820 mm; Lexus ES XZ20 1,920 mm.
- Height: Lexus ES 6th Gen 1,450 mm; Lexus ES XZ20 1,555 mm.
- Wheelbase: Lexus ES 6th Gen 2,820 mm; Lexus ES XZ20 2,950 mm.
6th Gen
- Known RM259,800 price
- 181 hp and 235 Nm 2.5-litre petrol engine
- 490-litre boot and full-size 17-inch alloy spare
- Petrol-only drivetrain versus the ES XZ20’s Petrol Hybrid/REV layout
- 130 mm shorter wheelbase than the ES XZ20
XZ20
- Petrol Hybrid/REV drivetrain
- 240 mm longer body than the ES 6th Gen
- 130 mm longer wheelbase than the ES 6th Gen
- Price is still TBA versus RM259,800 for the ES 6th Gen
- 240 mm wider than the ES 6th Gen, which matters in tight parking spaces
- No confirmed power, performance, boot or equipment figures
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM259,800 | TBA |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 2,494 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 181 hp | — |
| Torque | 235 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 90 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.4 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | — |
| Transmission Name | 6 Speed Super ECT with A.I. Shift | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | — |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.8 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 8 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 207 km/h | — |
| Co2 | 186 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,900 mm | 5,140 mm |
| Width | 1,820 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,950 mm |
| Weight | 1,615 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | — |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | — |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | — |
| Front Suspension | McPherson Strut | — |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | — |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | — |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | — |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side | — |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | — |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear door | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | — |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | — |
| Rear Seats | Fold-down Centre Armrest with Audio and Air-con Controls | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | — |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | — |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Sun Shade | Powered rear sun shade | — |
| Audio | Lexus Premium Audio CD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth and 8 Speakers | — |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | — |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | — |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM874 | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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6th Gen vs XZ20 FAQ
Is the Lexus ES 6th Gen or Lexus ES XZ20 better?
The ES 6th Gen is the better defined purchase because it has a RM259,800 price and complete mechanical and equipment specifications. Choose the ES XZ20 only if its Petrol Hybrid/REV drivetrain and substantially larger dimensions suit your needs.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus ES 6th Gen costs RM259,800. The Lexus ES XZ20 price is TBA, so a cash difference cannot yet be calculated.
Which Lexus ES is easier to park?
The Lexus ES 6th Gen should be easier to place in restricted spaces on dimensions alone: it is 4,900 mm long and 1,820 mm wide, versus 5,140 mm and 1,920 mm for the ES XZ20.