Lexus GS 2015 vs Mercedes E class 2013
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 241 HP | 211 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.2 seconds | 7.4 seconds | |
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Lexus GS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus GS engine produces 30 HP more power than Mercedes E class, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power Lexus GS reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.1 | 5.8 | |
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The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus GS consumes 3.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus GS could require 495 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 59 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 710 km in combined cycle | 1010 km in combined cycle | |
| 910 km on highway | 1220 km on highway | ||
| Mercedes E class gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Lexus IS, Lexus RX, Lexus NX | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes B klase | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Mercedes E klase 2013 2.0 engine: This engine is economical for its power output but has several notable weaknesses. Problems with variable valve timing regulators (phasors) are common, often requiring attention due to malfunctions. The timing ... More about Mercedes E klase 2013 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.88 m | 4.88 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Lexus GS and Mercedes E class are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 458 litres | 540 litres | |
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Mercedes E class has more luggage space. Lexus GS has 82 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`250 | 2`245 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 20 200 | 13 600 | |
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