Verdict
At RM395,888, the Lexus NX is RM3,000 cheaper than the RM398,888 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV, but the Mercedes changes the brief substantially. Its 288 hp, 565 Nm motor cuts the century sprint to 4.9 seconds, against 7.7 seconds for the Lexus, and its 90.6 kWh battery is rated for 596 km with 170 kW DC charging. The NX counters with all-wheel drive, a 55-litre petrol-hybrid system and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. The EQE is 203 mm longer yet carries the same 520 litres of luggage, so its extra size does not buy a bigger boot.
Pick the Lexus NX if you want all-wheel drive, a petrol-hybrid powertrain and five years of unlimited-mileage warranty for RM3,000 less.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV if you can charge an EV and want 596 km of rated range, far stronger motor output and a much longer wheelbase.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus NX RM395,888; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV RM398,888.
- Powertrain output: Lexus NX 184 hp engine plus 133 hp motor and 208 Nm motor torque; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 288 hp motor and 565 Nm.
- Performance: Lexus NX 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds and 200 km/h top speed; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 4.9 seconds and 210 km/h.
- Driveline: Lexus NX all-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV rear-wheel drive.
- Energy storage and range: Lexus NX 55-litre fuel tank with no EV range rating; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 90.6 kWh battery and 596 km EV range.
- Dimensions: Lexus NX is 4,660 mm long with a 2,690 mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is 4,863 mm long with a 3,030 mm wheelbase.
NX
- All-wheel drive.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- Lighter 1,765 kg kerb weight and RM830 annual road tax.
- Slower 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.9 seconds.
- Less motor torque at 208 Nm versus 565 Nm.
- Rear air-conditioning is limited to rear vents, versus dual-zone rear climate control.
EQE SUV
- 596 km rated EV range from a 90.6 kWh battery.
- 170 kW DC charging and 22 kW AC charging.
- 288 hp and 565 Nm deliver a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- RM3,000 higher purchase price.
- Rear-wheel drive versus the Lexus NX's all-wheel drive.
- Four-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty versus five years for the Lexus NX.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM395,888✓ | RM398,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM305✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and hybrid assistance | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,487 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 184 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 221 Nm at 4,300 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 87.5 mm × 103.4 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | — |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 133 hp | 288 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 208 Nm | 565 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 90.6 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 596 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 170 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Direct Shift | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,660 mm | 4,863 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 3,030 mm |
| Weight | 1,765 kg | 2,560 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 520 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 Run-flats | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | 3 LED Projectors | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 Speakers | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Panoramic View 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 | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger, Smart Card Key | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10-year/250,000 km Battery Warranty |
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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NX vs EQE SUV FAQ
Is the Lexus NX or Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV better?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is better for EV range, charging capability and performance, with 596 km, 170 kW DC charging and a 4.9-second sprint. The Lexus NX is the better fit if all-wheel drive and a longer five-year vehicle warranty matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV costs RM3,000 more than the Lexus NX. Its annual road tax is RM305, compared with RM830 for the Lexus NX.
Which one is more spacious?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is larger externally, at 4,863 mm long with a 3,030 mm wheelbase versus 4,660 mm and 2,690 mm for the Lexus NX. Both have the same 520-litre boot capacity.
