2024 Lexus RX 500h vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 Review

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2024 Lexus
RX 500h

MSRP*: $62,750
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLS 450

MSRP*: $87,000
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MPG - City 27 MPG 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 46.2 ft3 84.7 ft3
Engine
  • 366-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 366 hp 375 hp
Towing Capacity 3,494 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 192.5 in 205.0 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 40.2 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 than in the Lexus RX 500h, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Lexus RX 500h and the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Lexus RX 500h, 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). Clearly, the Lexus RX 500h is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus RX 500h is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Lexus RX 500h, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Handling
The Lexus RX 500h has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 is clearly the choice over the Lexus RX 500h for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Lexus RX 500h and the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Lexus RX 500h transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Utility
The Lexus RX 500h has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, making the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Lexus RX 500h has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.