2021 Lexus LC 500h vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
When comparing the 2021 Lexus LC 500h's and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Lexus LC 500h has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Lexus LC 500h's and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Lexus LC 500h is a better car than the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
2021 Lexus LC 500h vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Lexus LC 500h loses 37.5 percent of its value and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class loses 56.8 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Lexus LC 500h retains 19.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Lexus LC 500h’s base engine makes 354 horsepower, and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class base engine makes 255 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2021 Lexus LC 500h, a hybrid subcompact car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2021 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:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.374617
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
39499 - 94575
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.568045
Lexus LC 500h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
9.3 / 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 LC 500h Rankings
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23 out of / 29Ranking
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24 out of / 29Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
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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
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Lexus LC 500h Trim Levels
Base
2021 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:
4 years / 50000 miles
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:
354 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.080 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 539 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
48.9 inches
Cargo Space:
4.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
85.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4420 lbs
Width:
75.6 inches
Height:
53 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3781 lbs
Width:
81.3 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
194.3 inches
Wheelbase:
115.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18