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Lexus LS vs Mercedes G Class comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 605 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 106,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or Mercedes G Class?

Lexus LS vs Mercedes G Class: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • only slightly lighter
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Mercedes G Class

  • very slightly cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

LS

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes G Class is very slightly cheaper – starting at 106,600 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,687 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes G Class uses 8.7 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

G Class

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes G Class offers substantially more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 359 HP. That’s roughly 246 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G Class is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Lexus LS takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

LS

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes G Class offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus LS is only slightly lighter – 2,345 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G Class offers noticeably more boot space – 640 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 210 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G Class carries clearly more – 715 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 260 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G Class holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £106,600
G Class

Mercedes G Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 387 - 605 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 28 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 479 km
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Lexus LS

The Lexus LS is a quietly opulent flagship that wraps cutting-edge tech in a calm, Zen-like cabin, turning gridlock into a spa appointment. Buyers after polished refinement and faultless build quality will love its hushed ride and diplomatic road manners, even if it never cries out for attention.

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Mercedes G Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
479 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
216 g/km
co2
0 - 336 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
115 - 715 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 HP
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Lexus LS have?

The Lexus LS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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