Skoda Superb vs Lexus ES

The Skoda Superb starts from $55,990 before on-road costs, while the Lexus ES opens at $73,900. That makes the Skoda Superb the more affordable entry point by $17,910.

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 $61,589 and $81,290 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the Skoda Superb and Lexus ES hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 93% for the Skoda Superb and 95% for the Lexus ES.

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 6 in the Skoda Superb.

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

The Skoda Superb features a 9.2-inch touchscreen, while the Lexus ES gets a 12.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Skoda Superb stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto that you will not find on the Lexus ES. The Lexus ES counters with Apple CarPlay, head-up display, panoramic roof and power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Skoda Superb uses a Petrol producing 132kW and 320Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.8 seconds.

The Lexus ES responds with a Hybrid making 160kW and 221Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.9 seconds.

The Lexus ES has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 132kW. In the real-world sprint, the Skoda Superb is 1.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Skoda Superb measures 4,902mm long on a 2,841mm wheelbase, 73mm shorter than the Lexus ES at 4,975mm (2,870mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Lexus ES generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 625L in the Skoda Superb and 473L in the Lexus ES, giving the Skoda Superb a 152L advantage.

For towing, the Skoda Superb leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 1,000kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,710/year for the Skoda Superb and $1,511/year for the Lexus ES. That is a $199 annual difference in favour of the Lexus ES.

Estimated annual total: $1,710 (Skoda Superb) vs $1,511 (Lexus ES). The Lexus ES saves you roughly $199 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

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