DecodedCarsLexus LX vs Mercedes-Benz EQS
2026 Lexus LX vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS — two rivals compared on efficiency, size, safety and reliability.
The short version
That works out to about $3,350 a year less in fuel for the Mercedes-Benz EQS (EPA estimate, 15,000 miles).
Across all model years since 2005, the Lexus LX has had fewer recall campaigns (14 vs 18).
The two cars
The 2026 Lexus LX is a standard SUV offered with a 3.4L 6-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive. It measures about 200 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,864 lb (600 4dr SUV).
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS is a large car powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 207 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 126-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,856 lb (Class 450 4dr Sedan).
Buying used? The 2021 LX and the 2024 EQS have the fewest problems in our data; avoid the 2022 LX and the 2022 EQS.
Basics
Efficiency
Performance & space
Safety & reliability
Interest
Green = clearly better. Prices are not included. How we calculate this →
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Lexus LX if…
It doesn't clearly beat the Mercedes-Benz EQS on any measure we track.
Choose the Mercedes-Benz EQS if…
- You want an EV with more range (390 miles)
Pros & cons of each
2026 Lexus LX
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- Seats up to 73 rows of seating.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS
- Long EV rangeUp to 390 miles on a charge (EPA).
- AWD / 4WD available
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