Lexus ES vs Genesis G70

The Lexus ES starts from $73,900 before on-road costs, while the Genesis G70 opens at $59,000. That makes the Genesis G70 the more affordable entry point by $14,900.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $81,290 and $64,900 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Lexus ES by roughly $3,705 in fuel alone.

Both the Lexus ES and Genesis G70 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 95% for the Lexus ES and 81% for the Genesis G70.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Lexus ES packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the Genesis G70.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Lexus ES and 10 in the Genesis G70. The Lexus ES adds a 360-degree camera that the Genesis G70 misses.

The Lexus ES features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, while the Genesis G70 gets a 10.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Lexus ES stands out with Apple CarPlay and head-up display that you will not find on the Genesis G70. The Genesis G70 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and Lexicon audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Lexus ES uses a Hybrid producing 160kW and 221Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.9 seconds.

The Genesis G70 responds with a Petrol making 179kW and 353Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.4 seconds.

The Genesis G70 has the clear power advantage at 179kW vs 160kW. In the real-world sprint, the Genesis G70 is 2.5s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Lexus ES measures 4,975mm long on a 2,870mm wheelbase, 290mm longer than the Genesis G70 at 4,685mm (2,835mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Lexus ES generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 473L in the Lexus ES and 465L in the Genesis G70, giving the Lexus ES a 8L advantage.

For towing, the Genesis G70 leads with a 1,200kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 200kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,511/year for the Lexus ES and $2,252/year for the Genesis G70. That is a $741 annual difference in favour of the Lexus ES.

Estimated annual total: $1,511 (Lexus ES) vs $2,252 (Genesis G70). The Lexus ES saves you roughly $741 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 4 years / 100,000km (Lexus ES) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Genesis G70). The Genesis G70 has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: 4yr (Lexus ES)—.