Lexus GS 450h vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
In comparing the Lexus GS 450h's and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class's specifications and ratings, the Lexus GS 450h has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lexus GS 450h's and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a better car than the Lexus GS 450h.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus GS 450h’s base engine makes 338 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class base engine makes 436 horsepower. The GS 450h is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 592 miles. The S-Class is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 512 miles. This gives the Lexus GS 450h the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. The GS 450h uses premium unleaded, and the S-Class uses electricity, premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class, a hybrid large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Lexus GS 450h, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear head room and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
29495 - 43998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.61186
Lexus GS 450h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.160683 / 10
Reliability:
7.821366 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus GS 450h Rankings
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 3Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 21Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 9Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 14Ranking
17 out of / 21Ranking
23 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Lexus GS 450h Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Trim Levels
S 550e
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
338 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
436 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
479 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.085 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):
29 / 34 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
505 / 592 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 30 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
412 / 512 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
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
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
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
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
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:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
43 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Cargo Space:
9.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
109.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4112 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
192.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5115 lbs
Width:
83.9 inches
Height:
58.7 inches
Length:
206.5 inches
Wheelbase:
124.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19