Lexus LC 500 vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lexus LC 500 and Mercedes-Benz S-Class contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Lexus LC 500 and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.

In comparing the Lexus LC 500's and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class's specifications and ratings, the Lexus LC 500 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Lexus LC 500's and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a better car than the Lexus LC 500.

Pricing: A used 2021 Lexus LC 500 ranges from $69,314 to $83,817 while a used 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is priced between $77,199 to $140,629.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus LC 500 loses 37.7 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class loses 43.9 percent of its value. This means the Lexus LC 500 retains 6.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus LC 500 is 7.6 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class' quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Lexus LC 500 being ranked 13 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class being ranked 5 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus LC 500 is 7.0 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz S-Class the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz S-Class a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus LC 500.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lexus LC 500’s base engine makes 471 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class base engine makes 463 horsepower. The LC 500 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 543 miles. The S-Class is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 549 miles. This gives the Mercedes-Benz S-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lexus LC 500. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Mercedes-Benz S-Class, a large 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 Lexus LC 500, a midsize car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.