Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs Lexus IS
Overview | |
MSRP$114,500 | MSRP$39,125 |
Average price$47,427 | Average price$25,103 |
Listings5884 | Listings4468 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 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 SummaryAfter a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally-aspirated 5.0-liter V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. We sampled the new 2022 IS 500 in the suburbs and outskirts of Phoenix, and if you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 429 hp I6 | Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower429 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 429 hp I6 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower429 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.9 cu ft | Cargo Space10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight4740 lbs | Curb Weight3715 lbs |
Height59.2 in | Height56.5 in |
Length208.2 in | Length185.4 in |
Width83.0 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase126.6 in | Wheelbase110.2 in |
Maximum Payload1387 lbs | Maximum Payload825 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $114,500 | $39,125 |
Average price | $47,427 | $25,103 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.7 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 8.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 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. | After a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally-aspirated 5.0-liter V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. We sampled the new 2022 IS 500 in the suburbs and outskirts of Phoenix, and if you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 429 hp I6 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 429 hp I6 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.9 cu ft | 10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4740 lbs | 3715 lbs |
Height | 59.2 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 208.2 in | 185.4 in |
Width | 83.0 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 110.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1387 lbs | 825 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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