2009 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
In comparing the 2009 Lexus ES 350's and the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2009 Lexus ES 350 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. Based on this comparison of the 2009 Lexus ES 350's and the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2009 Lexus ES 350 is a better car than the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
2009 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Pricing
A used 2009 Lexus ES 350 ranges from $6,869 to $15,989 while a used 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is priced between $5,294 to $20,924.
2009 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2009 Lexus ES 350 loses 40.6 percent of its value and the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class loses 46.8 percent of its value. This means the 2009 Lexus ES 350 retains 6.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
2009 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus ES 350 is 9.0 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class' quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Lexus ES 350 being ranked 1 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class being ranked 7 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.
2009 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus ES 350 is 9.0 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz C-Class the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Lexus ES 350 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2009 Lexus ES 350’s base engine makes 272 horsepower, and the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class base engine makes 228 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2009 Lexus ES 350 and the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6869 - 15989
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.406489
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5294 - 20924
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.467992
Lexus ES 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.962094 / 10
Reliability:
8.986281 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.890663 / 10
Reliability:
8.171991 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus ES 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Mercedes-Benz C-Class Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 10Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 31Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2009 Lexus ES 350 Trim Levels
Base
2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
C 300 Luxury, C 300 Luxury 4MATIC, C 300 Sport, C 300 Sport 4MATIC, C 350 Sport, C 63 AMG
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
272 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
254 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 2700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
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:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
14.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3580 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3527 lbs
Width:
69.7 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
108.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available