Verdict
The Lexus LX costs RM1,540,000 against RM625,888 for the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV, a RM914,112 gulf that is hard to ignore in Malaysia. The LX brings a 415 hp 3.4-litre twin-turbo V6 hybrid, seven seats and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, but needs 10 L/100 km and carries RM2,352 annual road tax. The EQS SUV is quicker to 100 km/h by 0.4 seconds, has 673 km of claimed EV range and 200 kW DC charging. For road-focused luxury and much lower running tax, take the Mercedes; the Lexus suits buyers committed to petrol-hybrid power.
Pick the Lexus LX if you want the 415 hp 3.4-litre twin-turbo petrol-hybrid V6 and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, and accept its RM1.54 million price.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV if you want 673 km of EV range, 200 kW DC charging, 355 hp from two motors and a far lower RM625,888 entry price.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LX RM1,540,000; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV RM625,888.
- Powertrain: Lexus LX 3,445 cc twin-turbo V6 hybrid with 415 hp and 650 Nm; EQS SUV two electric motors with 355 hp and 800 Nm.
- Performance: Lexus LX 0-100 km/h in 6.5 seconds; EQS SUV in 6.1 seconds.
- Road tax: Lexus LX RM2,352 per year; EQS SUV RM455 per year.
- Dimensions: Lexus LX is 5,100 mm long with a 2,850 mm wheelbase; EQS SUV is 5,125 mm long with a 3,210 mm wheelbase.
- Warranty: Lexus LX has five years unlimited mileage; EQS SUV has four years unlimited mileage, plus 10 years/250,000 km for its traction battery.
LX
- 415 hp 3.4-litre twin-turbo V6 hybrid with 650 Nm.
- Seven-seat SUV with all-wheel drive and a 10-speed automatic.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- RM1,540,000 price is RM914,112 higher.
- Uses 10 L/100 km and incurs RM2,352 annual road tax versus RM455.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 6.5 seconds versus 6.1 seconds.
EQS SUV
- 673 km claimed EV range from a 118 kWh battery.
- 200 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging capability.
- 800 Nm from two motors, with a 6.1-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Four-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty is one year shorter than the Lexus LX's.
- 195-litre stated boot space is modest for a seven-seat SUV.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,540,000 | RM625,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Luxury | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,352 | RM455✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, twin-turbocharged with direct fuel injection, variable valve timing and electric hybrid module | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 3,445 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 415 hp at 5,200 rpm | — |
| Torque | 650 Nm at 2,000 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 6 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 49 hp | 355 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 800 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 118 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 673 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Gears | 10 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 10 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Co2 | 227 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,100 mm | 5,125 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm | 1,959 mm |
| Height | 1,885 mm | 1,718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 3,210 mm |
| Weight | 2,840 kg | 2,810 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 195 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/50 R22 | 275/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/50 R22 | 275/40R22 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Cooper Zeon Crossrange |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | — | Four-link Axle |
| Rear Suspension | — | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | — | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | — | 22" Alloys |
| Steering | — | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | — | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | — | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | — | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| Taillamps | — | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | — | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats, Heated and Ventilated with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | — | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | — | 6 |
| Sun Shade | — | Yes |
| Audio | — | 17.7" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 12.3" OLED Touchscreen for Front Passenger; 11.6" Rear Entertainment Displays; 7" Rear Android Tablet; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10 Years/250,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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LX vs EQS SUV FAQ
Is the Lexus LX or Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV better?
The EQS SUV is the stronger buy for its RM914,112 lower price, 673 km EV range, 200 kW DC charging and lower RM455 road tax. Choose the LX only if its twin-turbo petrol-hybrid V6 and five-year vehicle warranty matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LX costs RM1,540,000 and the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV costs RM625,888, so the Lexus is RM914,112 more expensive.
Which is quicker and cheaper to tax?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV reaches 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds, 0.4 seconds ahead of the Lexus LX's 6.5 seconds. Its annual road tax is also RM455, compared with RM2,352 for the Lexus.
