Lexus ES vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class Price Comparison
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For the Lexus ES vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the ES vs. M-Class Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the ES and M-Class will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Lexus ES 350's price is $20,360 lower than the Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML550's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus ES vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lexus ES 350 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 20,360 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 18,758 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | ES | M-Class |
| Trim | 350 | ML550 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 268hp V6 | 382hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/28 MPG | 13/18 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 300, 14 | 440, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 255/50-19 |
| Total Price | 45,450 | 69,390 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,580 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 45,450 | 65,810 |
| Total Invoice | 42,504 | 64,595 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,333 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 42,504 | 61,262 |
Invoice Comparison: Lexus ES vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
Price Comparison (MSRP): Lexus ES vs. Mercedes-Benz M-ClassThe sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Lexus ES 350 | ||
| Difference: 23,940 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Lexus ES 350 | ||
| Difference: 22,091 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | ES | M-Class |
| Trim | 350 | ML550 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | 36,725 | 57,590 |
| Base Invoice | 34,400 | 53,559 |
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | 4,065 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 815 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 500 | 800 |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,500 | |
| Heated front seats | 640 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 330 | 590 |
| Lighting Package | 985 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 6,050 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,780 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | 0 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 744 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 0 | |
| Heated front seats | 0 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 549 | |
| Lighting Package | 916 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 5,627 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,655 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | |
| Total options | 7,850 | 10,925 |
| Total options | 7,229 | 10,161 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | 45,450 | 69,390 |
| Total Invoice | 42,504 | 64,595 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Lexus ES
| Price of the Lexus ES: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD | The price of the car is about $5,000 too much in my opinion considering it lacks several features other much less expensive cars include standard that Lexus charges outrageous prices to add (such as satellite radio and remote start). |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD | For the price of the ES, which I paid under invoice, I could have nearly paid for two 4-cylinder Camrys. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Price of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Bought used 4 years ago, very inexpensively with 23k miles on it. Put $1800 into repairs over 130k miles, mostly minor things like sensors, oil leaks, etc |
| Price of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD | There is always a premium to drive a MB. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Its a Mercedes-Benz so one has to pay for the brand name. Its an expensive vehicle, but not out of reach. |
| 2002 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range | too expensive |
Features Comparison: Lexus ES vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | ES | M-Class |
| Trim | 350 | ML550 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $850 | |
| Cruise control | $250 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake-initiated collision preparation system | $100 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $100 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $100 | |
| Radar-based collision preparation system | $500 | |
| Rollover sensor | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | |
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| HD radio | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| iPod integration | $150 | |
| Media drive, large | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $50 | |
| Traffic information | $50 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Running boards | $350 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $25 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled front seats | $300 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,615 | $7,195 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,580 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,333 |
Specifications Comparison: Lexus ES vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | ES | M-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 114.7 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 188.5 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 75.2 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 70.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,580 lb. | 4,795 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 25.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.4 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 59.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.9 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.8 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 59.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.8 in | 56.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 40.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 | 72.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
350
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Mark Levinson, 300W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 23% |
Option Package Details
ML550
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 300 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 10% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Digital media reader | 25 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 300 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for infotainment system | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| HD radio | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Media hard drive | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| iPod integration | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 2125 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 41% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Lexus ES Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Lexus ES: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The fit and finish is superb and everything just simply feels extremely well assembled. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
most of the materials used seem to fit well and complement each other. The layout of the controls are logical and easily accessible for the driver |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Solid material and workmanship compared to other mid-sized sedans. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Top notch. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 210-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
beautiful real wood, soft leather |
What Our Members Are Saying about Mercedes-Benz M-Class Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Incredible attention to detail. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The materials used in this ML320 are of the highest quality and the workmanship shows a dedication to detail. This speaks well of the folks in Alabama who put it together. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Solid, quality built outside and in. |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The quality of interior materials is high, as is the quality of assembly. |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 232-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Well built. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Even mechanic stated that he is seeing more and more major repairs due to faulty engine parts and poor workmanship |
