Hybrid engines (Lexus GS) offer better fuel economy and lower emissions than petrol engines, especially in city driving with frequent stops. Petrol (Mercedes E class) engines, however, are typically less expensive to buy and maintain, and offer more consistent performance on highways.
Performance
Power:
343 HP
252 HP
Torque:
345 NM
340 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
5.9 seconds
7.1 seconds
Lexus GS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus GS engine produces 91 HP more power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 5 NM more than Mercedes E class. Thanks to more power Lexus GS reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster.
Both cars are similar in size. Lexus GS is 3 cm shorter than the Mercedes E class, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Lexus GS is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
482 litres
540 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage space. Lexus GS has 58 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class.
Turning diameter:
12 meters
11.2 meters
The turning circle of the Lexus GS is 0.8 metres more than that of the Mercedes E class, which means Lexus GS can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
