Lexus LX 570 vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lexus LX 570 and Mercedes-Benz G-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 LX 570 and the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
When we compare the Lexus LX 570's and the Mercedes-Benz G-Class's specifications and ratings, the Lexus LX 570 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lexus LX 570's and the Mercedes-Benz G-Class's specifications and ratings, the Lexus LX 570 is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
Pricing: A used 2021 Lexus LX 570 ranges from $64,324 to $83,045 while a used 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class is priced between $131,847 to $204,065.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus LX 570 loses 45.3 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz G-Class loses 45.3 percent of its value. This means the Lexus LX 570 retains 0 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus LX 570 is 8.5 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz G-Class' quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Lexus LX 570 being ranked 5 out of 22 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz G-Class being ranked 8 out of 22.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus LX 570 is 9.4 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz G-Class the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Lexus LX 570 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lexus LX 570’s base engine makes 383 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz G-Class base engine makes 416 horsepower. The LX 570 is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 394 miles. The G-Class is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. This gives the Mercedes-Benz G-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lexus LX 570. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are fullsize SUVs, the Lexus LX 570 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and rear leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$86,930
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$76,620
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$40,300 - $131,750
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$131,750
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$76,620
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$40,300 - $131,750
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$73,304
Price Range:
$64,324 - $83,045
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$66,853
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$32,035 - $170,791
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
42
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
47,208
# Good or Great Deals:
4
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$170,791
Price Range:
$131,847 - $204,065
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$66,853
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$32,035 - $170,791
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
261
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
27,667
# Good or Great Deals:
168
Lexus LX 570 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
9.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus LX 570
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
12.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
7.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
5.5 - 15.9
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
95.4%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
15.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
7.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
5.5 - 15.9
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
57%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
6.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
1.1 - 32.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
6.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
1.1 - 32.7
Lexus LX 570 Rankings
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25 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Mercedes-Benz G-Class Rankings
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1 out of / 22Ranking
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18 out of / 22Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus LX 570 Trim Levels
Three-Row, Two-Row
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Trim Levels
AMG G 63, G 550
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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
383 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
403 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
416 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
450 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 16 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
295 / 394 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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):
17 / 19 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
449 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wifi:
Standard
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Cargo Space:
53.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
81.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
193.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Cargo Space:
38.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
143.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5800 lbs
Width:
78 inches
Height:
75.2 inches
Length:
200 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5554 lbs
Width:
86.1 inches
Height:
77.5 inches
Length:
189.7 inches
Wheelbase:
113.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
285/50R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/55R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Onyx
Blue
Nightfall Mica
Green
Nori Green Pearl
Silver
Atomic Silver
White
Eminent White Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Green
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Parchment w/Linear Dark Mocha Wood Trim / Parchment w/Open-Pore Brown Walnut Trim
Black
Black w/Dark Brown Walnut Trim / Black w/Linear Espresso Wood Trim
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Macchiato Beige/Black / Macchiato Beige/Espresso Brown
Black
Black / Black w/ Bronze Stitching / Black w/ Gold Stitching / Black w/ Lime Green Stitching / Black w/ Red Stitching / Black w/ White Stitching / Black w/ Yacht Blue Stitching
Blue
Yacht Blue / Yacht Blue/Black
Brown
Espresso Brown / Espresso Brown/Black / Nut Brown/Black / Saddle Brown / Saddle Brown/Black / Tartufo Brown/Black
Gray
Titanium Grey Pearl / Titanium Grey Pearl/Black
Red
Bengal Red / Bengal Red/Black / Classic Red/Black
White
Platinum White / Platinum White/Black
