Lexus ES 250 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
When we compare the Lexus ES 250's and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the Lexus ES 250 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lexus ES 250's and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the Lexus ES 250 is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Lexus ES 250 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Pricing
For a new model, the Lexus ES 250's price is between $45,799 and $53,665, with the Mercedes-Benz C-Class priced between $49,164 and $62,438.
Lexus ES 250 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus ES 250 loses 43.9 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class loses 46.8 percent of its value. This means the Lexus ES 250 retains 2.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Lexus ES 250 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus ES 250 is 9.3 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class' quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Lexus ES 250 being ranked 2 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class being ranked 7 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.
Lexus ES 250 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus ES 250 is 9.1 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz C-Class the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Lexus ES 250 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus ES 250’s base engine makes 203 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class base engine makes 255 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Lexus ES 250 and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
45799 - 53665
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.438856
Pricing
New Asking Price:
49164 - 62438
Used Asking Price:
47039 - 58250
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.467992
Lexus ES 250 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.25752 / 10
Reliability:
9.072562 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 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 250 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
29 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, Plug-In Hybrid
Lexus ES 250 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT Design, Luxury, Ultra Luxury
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
AMG C 43, C 300, C 300 4MATIC
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):
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:
203 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
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:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
13.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3780 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
195.9 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3825 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
187 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R18