2025 Lexus ES 300h vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Review

Picture of the 2025 Lexus ES 300h

2025 Lexus
ES 300h

MSRP*: $43,440 to $52,330
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

2024 Mercedes-Benz
E-Class

MSRP*: $62,300 to $68,100
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MPG - City 43 MPG 22 - 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 44 MPG 31 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 215-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 215 hp 255 - 375 hp
Exterior Length 195.9 in 194.9 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 72.9 - 73.7 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 35.8 in
Head Room Front 37.5 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 37.9 in
Rear 38.2 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lexus ES 300h than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Lexus ES 300h and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class in the front seats.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lexus ES 300h as you will with the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the Lexus ES 300h is clearly a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Dimensions
The Lexus ES 300h is about the same width as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. When looking at overall length, the Lexus ES 300h takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Handling
The Lexus ES 300h has about the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Lexus ES 300h has less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, so it will probably be somewhat slower.

Powertrain
The Lexus ES 300h has much less torque than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Lexus ES 300h and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.