Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs Lexus LC
Overview | |
MSRP$114,500 | MSRP$93,050 |
Average price$47,404 | Average price$78,452 |
Listings5953 | Listings395 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryWhen it comes to good design, even better luxury, and stellar performance, it’s tough to beat the three-pointed star. The S-Class is a few years into its latest generation, but Mercedes trotted out a new powertrain for 2023. It’s not a full battery-electric vehicle, for that you’ll want the EQS, but for many consumers the plug-in hybrid can be a convenient stop-gap for those not ready to commit to leaving the gas station behind for good. | |
Reviews SummaryThrough the years, Lexus has often offered a range-topping coupe. Its first offering was the SC 300, which then became the SC 400. This was replaced by the SC 430 in 2000. But Lexus has never offered a coupe quite like the LC 500. It is a true flagship coupe, designed as a grand tourer. This means it has plenty of power on tap, but the focus is not singularly performance. The 2021 Lexus LC 500 is about comfortable luxurious driving. And the introduction of the convertible variant for the 2021 model year emphasizes that focus. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 429 hp I6 | Engine5.0L 471 hp V8 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower429 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower471 hp @ 7100 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City16 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway25 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 429 hp I6 | Engine Name5.0L 471 hp V8 |
Torque384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | Torque398 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower429 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower471 hp @ 7100 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City16 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway25 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.9 cu ft | Cargo Space5.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight4740 lbs | Curb Weight4340 lbs |
Height59.2 in | Height53.0 in |
Length208.2 in | Length187.4 in |
Width83.0 in | Width75.6 in |
Wheelbase126.6 in | Wheelbase113.0 in |
Maximum Payload1387 lbs | Maximum Payload720 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $114,500 | $93,050 |
Average price | $47,404 | $78,452 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.7 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 8.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | When it comes to good design, even better luxury, and stellar performance, it’s tough to beat the three-pointed star. The S-Class is a few years into its latest generation, but Mercedes trotted out a new powertrain for 2023. It’s not a full battery-electric vehicle, for that you’ll want the EQS, but for many consumers the plug-in hybrid can be a convenient stop-gap for those not ready to commit to leaving the gas station behind for good. | Through the years, Lexus has often offered a range-topping coupe. Its first offering was the SC 300, which then became the SC 400. This was replaced by the SC 430 in 2000. But Lexus has never offered a coupe quite like the LC 500. It is a true flagship coupe, designed as a grand tourer. This means it has plenty of power on tap, but the focus is not singularly performance. The 2021 Lexus LC 500 is about comfortable luxurious driving. And the introduction of the convertible variant for the 2021 model year emphasizes that focus. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 429 hp I6 | 5.0L 471 hp V8 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Horsepower | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm | 471 hp @ 7100 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 16 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 25 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 429 hp I6 | 5.0L 471 hp V8 |
Torque | 384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 398 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm | 471 hp @ 7100 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 16 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 25 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | Standard |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.9 cu ft | 5.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4740 lbs | 4340 lbs |
Height | 59.2 in | 53.0 in |
Length | 208.2 in | 187.4 in |
Width | 83.0 in | 75.6 in |
Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 113.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1387 lbs | 720 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
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