Mercedes S class 2020 vs Lexus LS 2020
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.9 Diesel | 3.4 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Mercedes S class) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Lexus LS) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 330 HP | 416 HP | |
| Torque: | 700 NM | 599 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.4 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Mercedes S class engine produces 86 HP less power than Lexus LS, but torque is 101 NM more than Lexus LS. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 | 11.2 | |
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The Mercedes S class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes S class consumes 4.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Lexus LS, which means that by driving the Mercedes S class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 645 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 82 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 940 km in combined cycle | 730 km in combined cycle | |
| 1120 km on highway | 940 km on highway | ||
| Mercedes S class gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.18 m | 5.24 m | |
| Width: | 1.92 m | no data | |
| Height: | 1.50 m | 1.46 m | |
| Trunk capacity: | 550 litres | 480 litres | |
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Mercedes S class has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Mercedes S class has 70 litres more trunk space than the Lexus LS. The Lexus LS may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes S class is 1.3 metres less than that of the Lexus LS, which means Mercedes S class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`770 | 2`747 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | no data | no data | |
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