Verdict
At RM299,888, the Lexus ES XZ10 is the buy with hard numbers behind it: 204 hp, 247 Nm, an eight-speed Direct Shift automatic and a 9.1-second 0-100 km/h time. The Lexus ES XZ20 is 165 mm longer and rides on an 80 mm longer wheelbase, so it has the larger physical footprint, while its Petrol Hybrid/REV designation may appeal to buyers seeking a newer powertrain direction. But its price, output and equipment remain unconfirmed, which makes the XZ10 the safer Malaysian purchase today.
Pick the Lexus ES XZ10 if you want a confirmed RM299,888 price, 204 hp petrol drivetrain and a fully specified equipment package.
Pick the Lexus ES XZ20 if its 5,140 mm length, 2,950 mm wheelbase and Petrol Hybrid/REV layout matter more to you than confirmed price and performance figures.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus ES XZ10 RM299,888; Lexus ES XZ20 TBA.
- Fuel type: Lexus ES XZ10 petrol; Lexus ES XZ20 Petrol Hybrid/REV.
- Length: Lexus ES XZ10 4,975 mm; Lexus ES XZ20 5,140 mm.
- Width: Lexus ES XZ10 1,865 mm; Lexus ES XZ20 1,920 mm.
- Height: Lexus ES XZ10 1,445 mm; Lexus ES XZ20 1,555 mm.
- Wheelbase: Lexus ES XZ10 2,870 mm; Lexus ES XZ20 2,950 mm.
XZ10
- 204 hp and 247 Nm are confirmed.
- Eight-speed Direct Shift automatic with front-wheel drive.
- 420-litre boot, 60-litre fuel tank and 10 airbags.
- 165 mm shorter than the XZ20.
- 80 mm shorter wheelbase than the XZ20.
- Petrol-only designation versus the XZ20's Petrol Hybrid/REV layout.
XZ20
- 165 mm longer body than the XZ10.
- 80 mm longer wheelbase than the XZ10.
- Petrol Hybrid/REV powertrain designation.
- Price is still TBA, against the XZ10's RM299,888 figure.
- No horsepower, torque, acceleration or top-speed figures are confirmed.
- No equipment, boot-capacity or battery details are confirmed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,888 | TBA |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM867 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 2,487 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 204 hp at 6,600 rpm | — |
| Torque | 247 Nm at 5,000 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 87.5 mm × 103.4 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | — |
| Transmission Name | Direct Shift | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | — |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.1 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,975 mm | 5,140 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,950 mm |
| Weight | 1,660 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | — |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 420 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R18 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R18 | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005A | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | — |
| Front Suspension | McPherson Strut | — |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | — |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | — |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | — |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 10 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side, Rear Cushion Bag) | — |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | — |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | — |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | — |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-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 | Rear Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Sun Shade | — |
| Audio | 8" Remote Touch Interface, Lexus Premium Audio CD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth and Pioneer 10-speaker System | — |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | — |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | — |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| 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 | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | — |
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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XZ10 vs XZ20 FAQ
Is the Lexus ES XZ10 or Lexus ES XZ20 better?
The XZ10 is the better-defined purchase: it costs RM299,888 and confirms 204 hp, 247 Nm, 9.1-second 0-100 km/h performance and extensive safety equipment. Choose the larger XZ20 only if its 5,140 mm body and hybrid designation outweigh its unconfirmed specification.
What is the price difference?
There is no calculable price difference yet. The Lexus ES XZ10 costs RM299,888, while the Lexus ES XZ20 price is TBA.
Which Lexus ES is larger?
The Lexus ES XZ20 is larger in every quoted exterior dimension: 5,140 mm long, 1,920 mm wide, 1,555 mm high and with a 2,950 mm wheelbase. The XZ10 measures 4,975 mm, 1,865 mm, 1,445 mm and 2,870 mm respectively.
