Lexus LX vs Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Lexus LX and the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Lexus Manila, Inc. and IC Star Automotive, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: Lexus Philippines (Lexus Manila, Inc.), via lexus.com.ph.
Lexus LX
LX 700h Premier variant
- SRP
- ₱11,448,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱199,215
Photo: Mercedes-Benz Philippines (IC Star Automotive, Inc.), via mercedes-benz.ph.
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
EQS 450 4MATIC SUV AMG Line variant
- SRP
- ₱9,990,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱173,844
How they differ
- The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱9,990,000, which is ₱1,458,000 (13%) below the Lexus LX at ₱11,448,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the EQS SUV is estimated at ₱173,844 a month against ₱199,215 for the LX, a difference of ₱25,371 a month.
- The LX makes more power (414.8 PS against 360.4 PS for the EQS SUV).
- The EQS SUV has more torque (800 Nm against 650 Nm for the LX).
- The LX is the longer vehicle (5,230 mm against 5,125 mm for the EQS SUV).
- They differ in powertrain: the LX has a hybrid powertrain, the EQS SUV a battery-electric powertrain.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Lexus LXLX 700h Premier, ₱11,448,000 | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUVEQS 450 4MATIC SUV AMG Line, ₱9,990,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | V35A-FTS 3.5L V6 Four Cam 24-valve, gasoline hybrid; 457 hp quoted system output | Electric motor |
| Displacement (differs) | 3445 cc | n/a |
| Max power (differs) | 414.8 PS | 360.4 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 5200 rpm | n/a |
| Max torque (differs) | 650 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 2,000-3,600 | n/a |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | n/a | 118 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | n/a | Lithium-ion |
| Electric range (differs) | n/a | 673 km |
| Range test cycle (differs) | n/a | WLTP (594-673 km band) |
| Motor power (differs) | n/a | 265 kW |
| AC charging (differs) | n/a | 22 kW |
| DC fast charging (differs) | n/a | 200 kW |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | Multi-mode automatic | Single-speed |
| Drivetrain (differs) | n/a | 4MATIC all-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 5230 mm | 5125 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1990 mm | 1956 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1865 mm | 1718 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 205 mm | n/a |
| Curb weight (differs) | n/a | 2840 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 7 | n/a |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 140 L | n/a |
| Payload (differs) | n/a | 570 kg |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | Double wishbone | AIRMATIC with adaptive damping |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-link | AIRMATIC with adaptive damping |
| Front brake (differs) | Ventilated disc | n/a |
| Rear brake (differs) | Ventilated disc | n/a |
| Tyres (differs) | 265/50R22 | n/a |
| Wheels (differs) | n/a | 22-inch AMG multi-spoke alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | Multi-terrain ABS with EBD and brake assist | ABS with Brake Assist (BAS) |
| Airbags (differs) | n/a | 9 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Automatic High Beam; Blind Spot Monitor and standstill Blind Spot Monitor; Parking Support Brake; Panoramic view monitor; Multi-Terrain Select and Multi-Terrain Monitor | Driving Assistance Plus Package: Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist; Parking Package with 360-degree camera |
| Stability control (differs) | Vehicle Stability Control, traction control, hill-start assist, downhill assist control, crawl control | Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Acceleration Slip Regulation |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 12.3" EMV and 7" EMV touch displays; Mark Levinson Reference surround sound (25 speakers) or Lexus LX premium sound (10 speakers); rear-seat entertainment with 11.6" displays | MBUX Hyperscreen: 17.7-inch OLED central display and 12.3-inch OLED passenger display, Burmester 3D sound |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | Apple CarPlay |
| Instrument panel (differs) | Optitron meters with 8" color TFT multi-information display; color head-up display | 12.3-inch driver display |
| Headlight (differs) | 3-eye projector LED, LED fog lamps | n/a |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry and start with fingerprint-authentication start button | KEYLESS-GO with flush door handles |
| Other features (differs) | SRS airbags: driver, front passenger, front knee, side (front and outboard 2nd row), curtain shield (front and rear); Power tilt/slide moonroof; 4-zone auto climate control; Ventilated and heated front and 2nd-row seats; Cool box; Wireless charger; Hands-free power back door; Digital rear-view mirror; Side steps | Airbags: two-stage front, front side, rear side, window (curtain) and driver knee; head-up display; panoramic sliding sunroof; climatised front seats |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 3 years or 100,000 km manufacturer warranty, plus up to 2 years unlimited-mileage Service Rewards Warranty | 3 years |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 200,000 km (BEV traction battery / HEV battery) | n/a |
| Service interval (differs) | Every 12 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first | n/a |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.