Source type: Lexus South Africa
Lexus All-New ES vs Volkswagen Polo Sedan
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
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Lexus All-New ES
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Volkswagen Polo Sedan
1.0 Style Tiptronic AT
Petrol
7-Speed DCT
Current
ZAR 483,700
ex-showroom
⚡ 70 kW
🔧 175 Nm
⛽ 18.9 km/l
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Decision summary
Lexus All-New ES vs Volkswagen Polo Sedan: the short answer
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Five key differences
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| Specification | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | All-New ES- | Polo Sedan70 kW |
| Maximum Torque | All-New ES- | Polo Sedan175 Nm |
| Engine Size | All-New ES- | Polo Sedan999 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | All-New ES- | Polo Sedan18.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | All-New ES- | Polo Sedan130 mm |
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Source type: Official OEM South Africa
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Lexus All-New ES
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Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Generation | Eighth-generation South African Lexus ES preview | AW/BW Polo-based sedan – current generation since 2018 |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | upcoming | published |
| Segment | Premium executive sedan | Sedan |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger Vehicle | Sedan |
| Model Introduced Year | - | 2018 |
| Facelift History | - | Facelift update in 2022 with refreshed styling and updated infotainment |
| Facelift Launched Since | - | 2022 |
| Facelift Version Ending | - | Current |
| Color Note | - | White Silver, Reflex Silver, Deep Black, Flash Red |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1125 kg |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Track Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Track Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Front Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Chassis Type | - | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | - | Electric |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Front Spring Type | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Torsion Beam |
| Chassis Material | - | Monocoque |
| Front Suspension Type | - | MacPherson Strut |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Torsion Beam |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Electrified premium executive sedan | Top |
| Pricing Role | Announced price not publicly listed | Current listed price |
| Price Zar | - | 483700 ZAR |
| Starting Price | - | 483700 |
| Starting Price Zar | - | 483700 |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Length | - | 4440 mm |
| Width | - | 1699 mm |
| Height | - | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase | - | 2552 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | - | 130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | - | 45 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | - | 460 l |
| Kerb Weight | - | 1125 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | - | 1555 kg |
| Seating Capacity | - | 5 seats |
| Doors | - | 4 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | - | 5.3 m |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | - | Single-zone Automatic |
| Power Windows | - | All Doors |
| Keyless Entry | - | Standard |
| Push Button Start | - | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | - | Standard |
| Sunroof | - | Standard |
| Electric Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | - | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 460 l |
| AC Type | - | Single-zone Automatic |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | - | Single-zone Automatic |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | All Doors |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop | - | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | - | Not Available |
| Front Armrest | - | Rear Centre Armrest |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 5.3 |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Panoramic Roof | - | Standard |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | - | All Doors |
| Push Button Start | - | Not Available |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60/40 Split |
| Rear Wing | - | Not Available |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Fabric/Leatherette |
| Skid Plates | - | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel | - | Full Size |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Voice Command | - | Standard |
| Voice Command Support | - | Standard |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 10.9 sec |
| Air Conditioning | - | Single-zone Automatic |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Rear Centre Armrest |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection Turbocharged |
| Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Difflock | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Standard |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Standard |
| Lift Gate | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | - | Single-zone Automatic |
| Mirror | - | All Doors |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Standard |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Rim Size | - | 16-inch Alloy |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Not Available |
| Sonar | - | Rear |
| Sound System | - | 6 |
| Source Model Column | - | polo-sedan |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Monocoque |
| Surround View Monitor | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | - | Standard |
| Trim Level | - | top |
| Unlocking | - | Standard |
| Variant Role | - | Mid-to-high value derivative |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Standard |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Standard |
| Wireless Charger | - | Standard |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | - | 1-litre Turbocharged Petrol |
| Engine Code | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | - | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | - | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | - | 999 cc |
| Cylinders | - | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Aspiration | - | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | - | Direct Injection Turbocharged |
| Compression Ratio | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | - | 70 kW |
| Maximum Torque | - | 175 Nm |
| Combined Power | - | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | - | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | - | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | - | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | - | FWD |
| Transmission | - | 7-Speed DCT |
| Top Speed | - | 183 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | - | 10.9 sec |
| Quarter Mile | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | - | 62.2 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | - | 155.6 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | - | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | - | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | - | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | - | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | - | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | - | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | - | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | - | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | - | 7-Speed DSG |
| Drivetrain Layout | - | Front Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | - | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | - | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | - | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | - | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | - | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | - | 7 |
| Transmission Type | - | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | - | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | - | 7-Speed DSG |
| Drivetrain | - | FWD |
| 4WD Engagement | - | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | - | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | - | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | - | Standard |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Front Differential Lock | - | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | - | 7-Speed DSG |
| Low Range Ratio | - | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | - | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | - | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | - | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Transmission Speeds | - | 7 |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | - | 18.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | - | 14 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | - | 20 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | - | 45 l |
| Emission Standard | - | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | - | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | - | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | - | 18.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | - | 45 |
| Combined Driving Range | - | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | - | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | - | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | - | 6 |
| ABS | - | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | - | Standard |
| Traction Control | - | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | - | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | - | Standard |
| Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | - | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | - | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | - | Not Available |
| Front Parking Sensors | - | Not Available |
| AEB | - | Not Available |
| BA | - | Standard |
| Brake Override System | - | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | - | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | - | 6 |
| EBD | - | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | - | Standard |
| Hill Hold | - | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | - | 6 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | - | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | - | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | - | Not Available |
| Side Airbags | - | Not Available |
| Stability Control | - | Standard |
| TCS | - | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | - | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | - | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Standard |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | - | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | - | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | - | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | - | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | - | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | - | Rear |
| Rear View Camera | - | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | - | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | - | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | - | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | - | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | - | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | - | Standard |
| EV Mode | - | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | - | Rear |
| Reverse Camera | - | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | - | Not Available |
| Park Assist | - | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | - | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | - | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | - | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Rear |
| Parking Sensor | - | Rear |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | - | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Standard |
| Reversing Camera | - | Standard |
| Surround View Camera | - | Not Available |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | - | Fabric/Leatherette |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual |
| Heated Seats | - | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | - | Not Applicable |
| Steering Type | - | Electric |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | - | Standard |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60/40 Split |
| Front Armrest | - | Rear Centre Armrest |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 2 |
| Steering Wheel Material | - | Not Applicable |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Standard |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 4 |
| 60 40 Split Seat | - | 60/40 Split |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | - | Manual |
| Fabric Seats | - | Fabric/Leatherette |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | - | Manual |
| Armrest Front | - | Rear Centre Armrest |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Composition Media infotainment, rear camera, cloth seats, air conditioning |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Fabric/Leatherette |
| Interior Colours | - | 4 |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60/40 Split |
| Seat Trim | - | Fabric/Leatherette |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | - | Standard |
| Android Auto | - | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | - | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | - | 6 |
| Navigation System | - | Standard |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | - | Standard |
| USB Ports | - | 2 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | - | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | - | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Standard |
| Infotainment Screen Size | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Infotainment Display | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Audio Speakers | - | 6 |
| Audio System | - | 6 |
| Display Audio | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 |
| Infotainment Screen | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Multi Information Display | - | Standard |
| Connected Services | - | Standard |
| Voice Control | - | Standard |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Standard |
| Touchscreen | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | - | LED |
| Daytime Running Lamps | - | LED |
| Fog Lamps | - | LED |
| Roof Rails | - | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 16-inch Alloy |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 4 |
| Roof Type | - | Standard |
| Body Type | - | Sedan |
| DRL | - | LED |
| Fog Lights | - | LED |
| Front Fog Lights | - | LED |
| Led Headlights | - | LED |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | - | LED |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Standard |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 4 |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | All Doors |
| Front Fog Lamps | - | LED |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | LED |
| Headlamps | - | LED |
| Headlight Type | - | LED |
| Headlights | - | LED |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | - | Standard |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | - | - |
| Departure Angle | - | - |
| Wading Depth | - | - |
| Terrain Modes | - | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | - | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | - | Not Available |
| 4WD System Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | - |
| Breakover Angle | - | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 130 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 130 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | - |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | - | 195/55 R16 |
| Wheel Type | - | 16-inch Alloy |
| Front Brake Type | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | - | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | - | Full Size |
| Wheel Rim Size | - | 16-inch Alloy |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | - | Full Size |
| Tyre Type | - | 195/55 R16 |
| Wheel Diameter | - | 16-inch Alloy |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Not Available |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Standard |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full Size |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | - | Standard |
| Wheel Material | - | 16-inch Alloy |
| Wheels | - | 16-inch Alloy |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | - | 2 |
| Warranty Kilometers | - | 2 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Not Available |
| Basic Warranty | - | 2 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Not Available |
| Warranty | - | 2 |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | Not Available |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | - | 118 g/km |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | Petrol |
| Particulate Filter | - | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 6 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 118 |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 118 |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 7 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 8.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 5.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 6.5 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 8 |
| Spec | All-New ES | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | - | Not Available |
In depth: how these cars differ
This All-New ES and Polo Sedan comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.
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All-New ES vs Polo Sedan questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.