Lexus LS vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Overview | |
Years produced1994-Present | Years produced1990-Present |
MSRP$114,500 | MSRP$75,000 |
Average price$50,734 | Average price$24,784 |
Listings5671 | Listings1344 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
Pros
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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 SummarySince its 1989 debut, the Lexus LS has delivered more luxury at less cost than large sedans from Mercedes-Benz and BMW. Toyota created the Lexus brand as a bold upstart built on reliability, value, and customer service. Now an established nameplate and one of the best-selling luxury automakers in the country, Lexus wants to disrupt the big 4-door segment again with dramatic exterior styling and performance. The fifth-generation 2018 LS 500 promises a lot. After piling more than 800 miles on this 17-foot-long cruiser, we say it delivers. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 429 hp I6 | Engine3.5L 416 hp V6 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower429 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower416 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 429 hp I6 | Engine Name3.5L 416 hp V6 |
Torque384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | Torque442 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower429 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower416 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.9 cu ft | Cargo Space17.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight4740 lbs | Curb Weight4707 lbs |
Height59.2 in | Height57.5 in |
Length208.2 in | Length206.1 in |
Width83.0 in | Width74.8 in |
Wheelbase126.6 in | Wheelbase123.0 in |
Maximum Payload1387 lbs | Maximum Payload870 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1994-Present | 1990-Present |
MSRP | $114,500 | $75,000 |
Average price | $50,734 | $24,784 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.7 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 8.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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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. | Since its 1989 debut, the Lexus LS has delivered more luxury at less cost than large sedans from Mercedes-Benz and BMW. Toyota created the Lexus brand as a bold upstart built on reliability, value, and customer service. Now an established nameplate and one of the best-selling luxury automakers in the country, Lexus wants to disrupt the big 4-door segment again with dramatic exterior styling and performance. The fifth-generation 2018 LS 500 promises a lot. After piling more than 800 miles on this 17-foot-long cruiser, we say it delivers. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 429 hp I6 | 3.5L 416 hp V6 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm | 416 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 429 hp I6 | 3.5L 416 hp V6 |
Torque | 384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 442 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm | 416 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | Standard |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.9 cu ft | 17.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4740 lbs | 4707 lbs |
Height | 59.2 in | 57.5 in |
Length | 208.2 in | 206.1 in |
Width | 83.0 in | 74.8 in |
Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 123.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1387 lbs | 870 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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