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Mercedes EQS vs Lexus LS comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 359 HP), boot space and price (80,900 £ vs 112,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS or Lexus LS?

Mercedes EQS vs Lexus LS: Key differences

Mercedes EQS

  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Lexus LS

  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes EQS is clearly cheaper – starting at 80,900 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,361 £.

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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 EQS offers markedly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 359 HP. That’s roughly 226 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Lexus LS takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

EQS

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes EQS offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus LS is only slightly lighter – 2,345 kg compared to 2,550 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers noticeably more boot space – 610 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries visibly more – 570 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS stands well ahead of its rival 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 £80,900
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Mercedes EQS

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 367 - 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 810 - 920 km
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Mercedes EQS

The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.

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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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Lexus LS

Costs and Consumption
Price
80,900 - 117,500 £
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
810 - 920 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
82 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,550 - 2,660 kg
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
610 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
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Length
5,235 mm
Width
1,926 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
545 - 570 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
367 - 585 HP
Power HP
359 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
505 - 800 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
270 - 430 kW
Power kW
264 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the Mercedes EQS?

The Mercedes EQS is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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