Lexus GS engine produces 18 HP more power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 10 NM more than Mercedes E class. Thanks to more power Lexus GS reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
9.8
9.4
Lexus GS consumes 0.4 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 60 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
71 litres
65 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
720 km in combined cycle
690 km in combined cycle
Engines
Engine production duration:
9 years
13 years
Engine spread:
Used only for this car
Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes CLK, Mercedes SLK
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes E class might be a better choice in this respect.
Dimensions
Length:
4.82 m
4.82 m
Width:
1.82 m
1.82 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.45 m
Both cars are similar in size. Lexus GS and Mercedes E class are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity:
430 litres
540 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
no data
540 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage space. Lexus GS has 110 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class.
Turning diameter:
10 meters
11.4 meters
The turning circle of the Lexus GS is 1.4 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class, which means Lexus GS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
