Lexus LS vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class Price Comparison


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- Specs Comparison
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Summary
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For the Lexus LS vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the LS vs. M-Class Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the LS and M-Class will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Lexus LS 460L's price is $12,345 lower than the Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML63 AMG's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus LS vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lexus LS 460L | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 12,345 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 16,650 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | LS | M-Class |
| Trim | 460L | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 386hp V8 | 503hp V8 |
| Transmission | T8 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/24 MPG | 11/15 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | ?, 10 | 440, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-18 | 295/40-20 |
| Total Price | 80,035 | 94,310 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,930 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 80,035 | 92,380 |
| Total Invoice | 69,324 | 87,770 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,796 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 69,324 | 85,974 |
Invoice Comparison: Lexus LS vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
Price Comparison (MSRP): Lexus LS 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 LS 460L | ||
| Difference: 14,275 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Lexus LS 460L | ||
| Difference: 18,446 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | LS | M-Class |
| Trim | 460L | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | 72,900 | 92,590 |
| Base Invoice | 63,423 | 86,109 |
| Air Suspension w/VGRS | 2,120 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 500 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 900 | |
| Radar-based collision preparation system | 2,850 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 225 | |
| Heated second row seats | 620 | |
| Air Suspension w/VGRS | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 0 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 0 | |
| Radar-based collision preparation system | 0 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 209 | |
| Heated second row seats | 577 | |
| Total options | 6,370 | 845 |
| Total options | 5,136 | 786 |
| Destination | 765 | 875 |
| Total Price | 80,035 | 94,310 |
| Total Invoice | 69,324 | 87,770 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Lexus LS
| Price of the Lexus LS: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 357-horsepower 4.6L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD | These are expensive cars to buy. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD | Was expensive used compared to Germans, Lexus dealers hard to negotiate with. |
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 LS vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | LS | M-Class |
| Trim | 460L | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $850 | |
| Cruise control | $250 | |
| Power decklid | $350 | |
| Power door closers | $200 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed | $150 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Brake-initiated collision preparation system | $100 | |
| Compact spare tire | $75 | |
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $100 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $100 | |
| Radar-based collision preparation system | $500 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| 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 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| iPod integration | $150 | |
| Media drive, large | $100 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Laminated side glass | $300 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Running boards | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Cornering lights | $25 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power seatbelt height adjusters, front row | $25 | |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suede-like inserts in leather seats | $0 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Active steering | $1250 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,590 | $8,520 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,930 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,796 |
Specifications Comparison: Lexus LS vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | LS | M-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 114.7 in |
| Length | 202.8 in | 188.5 in |
| Width | 73.8 in | 75.2 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 70.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,332 lb. | 5,093 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.2 gal. | 25.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.0 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 59.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 0.0 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.4 in | 59.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 56.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 40.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.0 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.0 | 72.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
460L
| Air Suspension w/VGRS | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 750 | Yes |
| Air springs, auto-leveling and height adjustable | 1250 | Yes |
| Active steering | 1250 | No |
| Total Requested | 2250 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 36% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Lexus LS Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Lexus LS: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Finest leather and materials that hold up to wear |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Lexus LS: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Top notch except for chrome wheels that bubbled after three years. Dealer replaced them at his cost with powder coated chrome look. |
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 |
