Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the safer Malaysian purchase on declared facts: RM367,888 buys a locally assembled executive sedan with a 201 hp 2.0-litre turbo engine, 23 hp motor, rear-wheel drive and a 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time. Its 540-litre boot, 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise control are meaningful daily-use gains. The Lexus ES has the larger exterior footprint, at 5,140 mm long and 1,920 mm wide, but its price and mechanical details are still TBA. With only an 11 mm wheelbase deficit, cabin-length expectations should be close.
Pick the Lexus ES if you want the physically larger sedan, with 191 mm more length, 40 mm more width and 87 mm more height.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz E-Class if you want confirmed RM367,888 pricing, a 201 hp turbo-hybrid drivetrain and a detailed suite of driver-assistance and parking equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus ES TBA; Mercedes-Benz E-Class RM367,888.
- Length: Lexus ES 5,140 mm; Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4,949 mm.
- Width: Lexus ES 1,920 mm; Mercedes-Benz E-Class 1,880 mm.
- Height: Lexus ES 1,555 mm; Mercedes-Benz E-Class 1,468 mm.
- Wheelbase: Lexus ES 2,950 mm; Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2,961 mm.
- Seats: Lexus ES 5; Mercedes-Benz E-Class 5.
ES
- 191 mm longer body
- 40 mm wider body
- 87 mm taller body
- Wheelbase is 11 mm shorter than the E-Class at 2,950 mm.
- Price, powertrain output and equipment details are not yet confirmed.
E-Class
- 201 hp 2.0-litre turbo engine plus 23 hp motor
- 540-litre boot and 360-degree camera
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and lane-keeping steering correction
- 191 mm shorter than the Lexus ES.
- 40 mm narrower than the Lexus ES.
- 87 mm lower than the Lexus ES.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | TBA | RM367,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | — | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM380 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Torque | — | 320 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 23 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 205 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | — | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Daimler AG |
| Driveline | — | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 240 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,140 mm | 4,949 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Height | 1,555 mm | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,950 mm | 2,961 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,825 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 66 litres |
| Doors | — | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 540 litres |
| Front Tyre | — | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | — | 275/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | — | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | — | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | — | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | — | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | — | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Steering | — | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | — | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | — | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | — | Reflector LED with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | — | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | — | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | — | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | — | 14.4" MBUX Multimedia with Online Music Streaming, AI functionality built-in, Seven Speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | — | 4 years |
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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ES vs E-Class FAQ
Is the Lexus ES or Mercedes-Benz E-Class better?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the clearer choice today because its RM367,888 price, 201 hp drivetrain, 7.5-second sprint, safety systems and equipment are confirmed. Choose the Lexus ES only if its larger 5,140 mm by 1,920 mm body is your priority.
What is the price difference?
The difference cannot yet be calculated because the Lexus ES price is TBA. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class costs RM367,888.
Which car is bigger?
The Lexus ES is bigger externally: it is 5,140 mm long, 1,920 mm wide and 1,555 mm tall, versus 4,949 mm, 1,880 mm and 1,468 mm for the E-Class. The E-Class has the marginally longer 2,961 mm wheelbase.