Lexus ES 300h vs Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron

2025 Lexus ES 300h studio car image
Lexus

ES 300h

2025 · Hybrid Sedan

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron 3.9 s Runner-up: 8.4 s
Power winner Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron 551 hp Runner-up: 218 hp
Cargo winner Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron 502 L Runner-up: 454 L
Price winner Lexus ES 300h $42,490 Runner-up: $89,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Lexus ES 300h against the 2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron. Both belong to the sedan class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a hybrid powertrain and the other a battery-electric system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 3.9 seconds, compared with 8.4 seconds for 2025 Lexus ES 300h. 2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron has the higher listed output at 551 hp; 2025 Lexus ES 300h is rated at 218 hp, a difference of 333 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron at 855 Nm and 2025 Lexus ES 300h at 221 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 502 litres versus 454 litres, a difference of 48 litres. 2025 Lexus ES 300h is 47 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Lexus ES 300h has the lower listed starting price at $42,490, compared with $89,900 for 2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron. 2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Lexus ES 300h2025 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron2026
Performance
0-100 km/h8.4 s3.9 s
Top Speed180 km/h240 km/h
Power218 hp551 hp
Torque221 Nm855 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range635 km
Battery100 kWh
Fuel Tank50 L
Efficiency4.5 L/100km15.8 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions103 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging270 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,975 mm4,928 mm
Ground Clearance140 mm148 mm
Cargo454 L502 L
Curb Weight1,640 kg2,340 kg
Towing2,100 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.4 m11.8 m
Starting MSRP$42,490$89,900

Lexus ES 300h vs Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Lexus ES 300h or the 2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron?

2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 3.9 seconds, versus 8.4 seconds for 2025 Lexus ES 300h.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Lexus ES 300h or the 2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron?

2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron has the higher listed top speed at 240 km/h (149 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Lexus ES 300h or the 2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron?

2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron has more power at 551 hp, a 333 hp advantage over 2025 Lexus ES 300h.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Lexus ES 300h or the 2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron?

2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron has more listed cargo space at 502 litres (17.7 cu ft), versus 454 litres (16.0 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Lexus ES 300h or the 2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron?

2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron is heavier at 2,340 kg (5,159 lb), while 2025 Lexus ES 300h is listed at 1,640 kg (3,616 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Lexus ES 300h or the 2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron?

2025 Lexus ES 300h has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $42,490 USD, compared with $89,900 USD for 2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Lexus ES 300h or the 2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron?

2026 Audi A6 e-tron S6 e-tron leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.