2025 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Review

Picture of the 2025 Lexus ES 350

2025 Lexus
ES 350

MSRP*: $42,040 to $50,930
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
E-Class

MSRP*: $62,300 to $68,100
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MPG - City 22 MPG 22 - 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 31 - 32 MPG 31 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 302-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 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 Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 302 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 39.2 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 35.8 in
Head Room Front 37.5 in
Rear 37.8 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 350 than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Lexus ES 350 and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class in the front seats.

Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class requires fewer visits to the gas station than the Lexus ES 350, making it more convenient to drive.

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 350 is clearly a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Dimensions
The Lexus ES 350 is about the same width as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. When looking at overall length, the Lexus ES 350 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Handling
The Lexus ES 350 has about the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Lexus ES 350 is somewhat more powerful than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Powertrain
With its lower torque, the Lexus ES 350 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Lexus ES 350 and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.