2024 Lexus RX 500h vs. 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 Review

Picture of the 2024 Lexus RX 500h

2024 Lexus
RX 500h

MSRP*: $62,750
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2023 Mercedes-Benz
EQB 350

MSRP*: $60,550
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MPG - City 27 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 46.2 ft3 61.8 ft3
Engine
  • 366-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 288-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 366 hp 288 hp
Towing Capacity 3,494 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 192.5 in 184.4 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 40.7 in
Rear 39.3 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
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Lexus RX 500h than the Mercedes-Benz EQB 350. The Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus RX 500h.

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). The Lexus RX 500h is somewhat more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz EQB 350.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus RX 500h is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz EQB 350, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Lexus RX 500h, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz EQB 350.

Handling
The Lexus RX 500h has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz EQB 350, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Lexus RX 500h has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz EQB 350.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Lexus RX 500h does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mercedes-Benz EQB 350.

Utility
The Lexus RX 500h has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz EQB 350, making the Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Lexus RX 500h has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz EQB 350.