Lexus LS 500 vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
When we compare the Lexus LS 500's and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class's specifications and ratings, the Lexus LS 500 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and overall quality score. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has the advantage in the areas of reliability and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lexus LS 500's and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Lexus LS 500 vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus LS 500 loses 46.3 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class loses 54.6 percent of its value. This means the Lexus LS 500 retains 8.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
Lexus LS 500 vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus LS 500 is 8.2 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class' quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Lexus LS 500 being ranked 5 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class being ranked 8 out of 24.
Lexus LS 500 vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus LS 500 is 8.0 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz S-Class the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz S-Class a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus LS 500.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus LS 500’s base engine makes 416 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class base engine makes 496 horsepower.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.462658
Pricing
New Asking Price:
132833 - 225323
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.546396
Lexus LS 500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.230645 / 10
Reliability:
7.96129 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.785683 / 10
Reliability:
8.271366 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus LS 500 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
18 out of / 24Mercedes-Benz S-Class Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 11Ranking
11 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Lexus LS 500 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Trim Levels
Mercedes-Maybach S 580 4MATIC, Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4MATIC, S 500 4MATIC, S 580 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):
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:
416 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
442 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.089 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
496 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
516 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.104 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
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
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:
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:
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:
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:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
17 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.4 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:
18.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4696 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
206.1 inches
Wheelbase:
123 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4762 lbs
Width:
83 inches
Height:
59.2 inches
Length:
208.2 inches
Wheelbase:
126.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R19