Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lexus ES Price Comparison
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For the Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lexus ES price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the E-Class vs. ES Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the E-Class and ES will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Lexus ES 350's price is $16,500 lower than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lexus ES
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lexus ES 350 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 16,500 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 15,185 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | E-Class | ES |
| Trim | E350 | 350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 302hp V6 | 268hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/29 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 610, 14 | 300, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-17 | 215/55-17 |
| Total Price | 69,125 | 47,200 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,425 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 63,700 | 47,200 |
| Total Invoice | 64,350 | 44,115 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,050 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 59,300 | 44,115 |
Invoice Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lexus ES
Price Comparison (MSRP): Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lexus ESThe 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: 21,925 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Lexus ES 350 | ||
| Difference: 20,235 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | E-Class | ES |
| Trim | E350 | 350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 50,490 | 36,725 |
| Base Invoice | 46,956 | 34,400 |
| Premium 1 Package | 4,000 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 2,450 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,950 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 500 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | |
| Rear side airbags | 420 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 590 | |
| Cooled front seats | 450 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | |
| AWD | 2,500 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,500 | |
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | 4,065 | |
| Ultra Luxury Package | 3,535 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 0 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 0 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 460 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 0 | |
| Rear side airbags | 0 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | |
| Cooled front seats | 0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 0 | |
| AWD | 0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,380 | |
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | 3,749 | |
| Ultra Luxury Package | 3,251 | |
| Total options | 17,760 | 9,600 |
| Total options | 16,519 | 8,840 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | 69,125 | 47,200 |
| Total Invoice | 64,350 | 44,115 |
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 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Price of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD | Able to get 2500 under invoice which I can never get for for BMW. |
| Price of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD | sticker $56k plus options |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD | More than most peoples house note, but, you get what you pay for and it is a Mercedes. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD | It is a $100,000 car. It is expensive, and it is expensive to maintain. This is easily a $150,000 investment over 3 years. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD | Much higher price than competators. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD | In light of the prices for all cars today, you get what you pay for and the Mercedes offers only the best. They are competitive. Only problem is high cost of repairs/maintenance. Labor costs. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 201hp 3.2L I6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD | Mercedes is one of the highest priced cars around. I think you pay some for the name, but some for safety and reliability |
| 2004 | 4dr Wagon 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Paid very little for it (high mileage) but cheap to keep it is not. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD | They are expensive, but you get what you pay for. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD | High initial purchase price, about 10-20% above similar Lexis/Infinit models |
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. |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lexus ES
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | E-Class | ES |
| Trim | E350 | 350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $850 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $1450 | |
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | |
| Power decklid | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed | $150 | |
| Blind spot intervention | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Compact spare tire | $75 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $250 | |
| Forward collision alert | $200 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $100 | |
| Lane departure prevention system | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning system | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| 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 | ||
| HD radio | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| iPod integration | $150 | |
| Media drive, large | $100 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $50 | |
| Traffic information | $50 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| 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 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | $250 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive shocks - mechanical | $250 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $700 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,165 | $3,740 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,425 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,050 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lexus ES
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | E-Class | ES |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.1 in | 109.3 in |
| Length | 191.7 in | 191.1 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 71.1 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,979 lb. | 3,580 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.2 in | 36.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.8 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
E350
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 50 | Yes |
| Media hard drive | 100 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| HD radio | 100 | No |
| iPod integration | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1925 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 27% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 40% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or laser-based collision preparation system | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 150 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Blind spot intervention | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 15% |
| Total Not Requested | 2350 | 85% |
Option Package Details
350
| 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% |
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 600 | Yes |
| Radar- or laser-based collision preparation system | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| Ultra Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Cooled front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | Yes |
| Polished alloy wheels | 350 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 300 | Yes |
| Full-size spare tire | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1925 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 24% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Mercedes-Benz E-Class Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Flawless S-Class materials and workmanship built into the Luxury E350/4 by knowledgable and proud craftsmen from inspired engineers who created an entirely new design. These are evident in every part of this automobile: This is a game-elevating auto. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The plastics are soft, the wood is rich and the leather is thick. Although the car is 3 years old with almost 40k miles, I have not heard a squeak or a rattle despite Houston's cratered concrete highways. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Great Door hinges - look well engineered. Under the hood is a work of art. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The materials and workmanship reflect the name Mercedes has made for themselves over the years. All leather interior, bullet proof paint, the beast front seats in the business, and amenities one expects in a luxury sedan. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The wood is deep and beautiful. There are no squeaks or rattles over the worst bumps. The panel gaps are pretty tight and controls are very solid, without wobble or extraneous movement. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Car is built like a bank vault. Feels brick solid. No rattles, squeaks or leaks whatsoever. No loose screws, bolts or mountings. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Top cabin all around |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The car is meticulously put together. Nice fit and finish and a flawless paint job. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Fit and finish is excellent. High quality leathers/woods/plastics used on interior. All touch surfaces ad nice nd have well damped responses. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Nearly flawless assembly and attention to detail. Very, very little feels cheaper than it should, which I cannot say about the 5 Series BMW or moreso, the Volvo S80. Everything mechanical, such as doors and accessories, operates with a quality feel. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 201hp 3.2L I6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
First rate quality materials,touch and smell adds to the pleasant cabin. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Materials look great and fit together nicely, though as noted above certain features have long term reliability issues (glovebox door, active seat bolsters, seat ventilation, e.g.) |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Quality of materials and workmanship abound in this E500. The interior is made of obviously high quality materials, and the quality of the exterior materials is also apparent. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Mercedes does a wonderful job with the fit and finish. Tranny shifts like no other car I have ever owned and the steering is just so perfect. Hardly ANY road noise. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Quality exuedes from everywhere. The car is solid solid solid. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Exclusive of the center armrest the car is still looking new at 94000 miles |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Tight build, no rattles, good materials |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Car still feels like a new car |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Center armrest leather bubble up not warranty. Poor materials or assembly |
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 |
