1995 Lexus GS 300 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
In comparing the 1995 Lexus GS 300's and the 1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 1995 Lexus GS 300 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 1995 Lexus GS 300's and the 1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 1995 Lexus GS 300 is a better car than the 1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
1995 Lexus GS 300 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 1995 Lexus GS 300 loses 43.9 percent of its value and the 1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class loses 56.8 percent of its value. This means the 1995 Lexus GS 300 retains 12.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
1995 Lexus GS 300 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus GS 300 is 8.9 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz E-Class' quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Lexus GS 300 being ranked 6 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class being ranked 4 out of 29.
1995 Lexus GS 300 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus GS 300 is 9.1 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz E-Class the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Lexus GS 300 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1995 Lexus GS 300’s base engine makes 220 horsepower, and the 1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class base engine makes 134 horsepower. The GS 300 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. The E-Class is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 667 miles. This gives the 1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1995 Lexus GS 300. The GS 300 uses gasoline, and the E-Class uses diesel.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 1995 Lexus GS 300 and 1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.438701
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4200 - 43996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.568045
Lexus GS 300 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.923222 / 10
Reliability:
9.146444 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.463176 / 10
Reliability:
8.489528 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus GS 300 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
28 out of / 29Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
1995 Lexus GS 300 Trim Levels
Base
1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
210 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
134 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
155 foot-lbs @ 2600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.038 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
529 / 667 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Diesel
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
44 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3660 lbs
Width:
70.7 inches
Height:
55.1 inches
Length:
194.9 inches
Wheelbase:
109.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3485 lbs
Width:
68.5 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
187.2 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available