2025 Lexus LX vs 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

$106,000 · SUV

$89,200 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant divergence between the 2025 Lexus LX and the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the initial purchase price, with the GLS-Class starting $16,800 lower at $89,200 compared to the LX's $106,000 MSRP. Performance metrics show the Lexus dominating, producing 409 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque versus the Mercedes' 375 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque. However, the GLS-Class offers superior efficiency and utility; it achieves a higher combined MPG of 21 versus the LX's 19, and its crossover design yields 17.4 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the LX's 11 cu ft. Dimensionally, the Mercedes is longer at 205.0 inches and wider at 79.9 inches, while the Lexus stands notably taller at 74.2 inches. Both require premium unleaded fuel, but the LX utilizes a 10-speed automatic transmission while the GLS uses a 9-speed.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class provides a more efficient 21 MPG combined, which is beneficial for daily driving over the Lexus LX's 19 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

The GLS-Class offers substantially more usable storage space with 17.4 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the LX's 11 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Lexus LX

The Lexus LX delivers a 34 hp advantage and significantly more pulling power with 479 lb-ft of torque compared to the GLS-Class's 369 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class undercuts the Lexus LX by $16,800 at the entry point while offering better fuel economy.

Choose the Lexus LX if...

Maximum engine output is the priority, as the LX produces 409 hp.
You prefer the assured traction of a dedicated four-wheel drive system over all-wheel drive.
A taller stance is desired, as the LX measures 74.2 inches high versus the GLS's 71.8 inches.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class if...

Minimizing fuel stops is key, given the GLS achieves 24 highway MPG versus the LX's 22.
You need the maximum cargo volume available, benefitting from 17.4 cu ft.
A lower initial outlay is critical, as the GLS starts at $89,200 against the LX's $106,000.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Lexus LX	Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class
Length	200.5"	205.0"
Width	78.3"	79.9"
Height	74.2"	71.8"
Wheelbase	112.2"	123.4"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Lexus	Mercedes-Benz
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Lexus	Mercedes-Benz
Base Engine Displacement	3.4 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 6
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	409 hp @ 5200 rpm	375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque	479 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm	369 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Number of Valves	24	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Lexus	Mercedes-Benz
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	four wheel drive	all wheel drive
4WD System Type	Full Time	—
Transfer Case Gearing	Electronic Hi-Lo	—
Locking Hubs	Automatic	—
Center Differential Type	Locking	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Lexus	Mercedes-Benz
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	17/22 MPG	19/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	19 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	358.7/464.2 mi.	452.2/571.2 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.1 gal.	23.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Lexus	Mercedes-Benz
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Four Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cooled Storage Compartment	✓	—
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Lexus	Mercedes-Benz
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	10	13
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	6 months
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Burmester
Stereo Power	—	590W
Subwoofer Count	—	2
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Lexus	Mercedes-Benz
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Lexus	Mercedes-Benz
Front Head Room	37.8 in.	39.4 in.
Front Leg Room	41.1 in.	40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	61.4 in.	59.3 in.
Front Hip Room	59.6 in.	60.8 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	10-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	10-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	Lexus	Mercedes-Benz
Rear Head Room	38.9 in.	40.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	36.6 in.	41.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.8 in.	58.5 in.
Rear Hip Room	58.8 in.	60.0 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Power Folding Third Row Seat	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Lexus	Mercedes-Benz
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	✓	315/40R21
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Size	—	21 x 11.0 in.

Suspension

Feature	Lexus	Mercedes-Benz
Front Suspension Type	Independent	—
Stabilizer Bar	✓	—
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	—	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	—	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	—	✓

Warranty

Feature	Lexus	Mercedes-Benz
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 10000 mi.	—
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	6 yr./ 62000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Lexus LX and 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class.

How do the powertrain specifications differ between the 2025 Lexus LX and the GLS-Class?

The Lexus LX boasts higher output with 409 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque, utilizing a 10-speed automatic transmission. In contrast, the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class produces 375 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission.

Is there a meaningful difference in fuel consumption between these two premium SUVs?

Yes, the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is slightly more efficient, achieving 21 MPG combined (19 city/24 highway). The Lexus LX returns 19 MPG combined (17 city/22 highway), and both require premium unleaded fuel.

Which vehicle offers more utility regarding interior cargo space?

The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class offers considerably more cargo capacity at 17.4 cu ft, surpassing the Lexus LX, which is rated at only 11 cu ft.

What is the exact MSRP difference between the base models?

The 2025 Lexus LX starts at $106,000 MSRP. The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is significantly less expensive, with a starting MSRP of $89,200, creating a price gap of $16,800.

Are there notable differences in exterior dimensions?

The GLS-Class is longer (205.0 inches vs. 200.5 inches) and wider (79.9 inches vs. 78.3 inches) than the LX, but the Lexus is substantially taller at 74.2 inches compared to the Mercedes' 71.8 inches.

Do both vehicles utilize similar drive systems?

Both vehicles are equipped with multi-wheel drive systems, though the Lexus LX specifies a four-wheel drive configuration, whereas the GLS-Class uses an all-wheel drive system.