Verdict
At RM1,188,000 versus RM2,088,888, these two sedans pull in different directions. The Lexus LS is the longer, more rear-seat-focused car, with a 3,125 mm wheelbase, five seats, 480-litre boot and powered rear comfort kit. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door costs RM900,888 more, but its 630 hp/900 Nm output, all-wheel drive, 2.9-second century sprint and 316 km/h top speed put it in another performance league. For a Malaysian buyer, this is luxury saloon calm against AMG pace. The gap is not small.
Pick the Lexus LS if you want the bigger rear cabin brief, five-seat practicality, stronger rear-seat equipment and a much lower purchase price.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door if outright acceleration, 630 hp, all-wheel drive and the 316 km/h top speed matter more than rear-seat limousine comfort.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LS RM1,188,000; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door RM2,088,888
- Output: Lexus LS 415 hp/600 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door 630 hp/900 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: Lexus LS 5.0 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door 2.9 seconds
- Driven wheels: Lexus LS rear-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door all-wheel drive
- Wheelbase and seats: Lexus LS 3,125 mm/5 seats; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door 2,951 mm/4 seats
- Boot space: Lexus LS 480 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door 456 litres
LS
- RM900,888 cheaper to buy
- Longer 3,125 mm wheelbase with five seats
- 28-way front seats and 18-way powered rear seats with rear touchscreen, heating and ventilation
- Much slower: 5.0 seconds to 100 km/h versus 2.9 seconds
- Lower output at 415 hp and 600 Nm
- No automatic parking, while the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door has it
AMG GT 4-Door
- Far stronger 630 hp and 900 Nm output
- All-wheel drive with a 2.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Higher 316 km/h top speed and 21-inch Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres
- Costs RM900,888 more than the Lexus LS
- Only four seats versus five in the Lexus LS
- Shorter 2,951 mm wheelbase and smaller 456-litre boot
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 1,188,000✓ | RM 2,088,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Luxury | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, twin-turbocharged with direct fuel injection and variable valve timing | 32-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, twin-turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 3,445 cc | 3,982 cc |
| Horsepower | 415 hp | 630 hp✓ |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 900 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V | V |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 85.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.476 | 8.6 |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 204 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 320 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium-ion |
| EV Range | — | 12 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 3.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10-Speed Direct Shift | AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9-speed sports transmission |
| Gears | 10 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5 seconds | 2.9 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 9.5 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 316 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,235 mm | 5,054 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,953 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,447 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 2,951 mm |
| Weight | 2,155 kg | 2,158 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 82 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres✓ | 456 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45RF20 | 275/35R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45RF20 | 315/30R21 |
| Factory Tyres | — | Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-Link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 21" AMG Five-hole Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 21" AMG Five-hole Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated, Perforated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated, Perforated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) | AMG Ride Control+, Adaptive dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side | Driver and Passenger, Front 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 | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Active Brake Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) with Auto Brake and Rear Pedestrian Detection with Auto Brake | Pre-Safe, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Adaptive LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 28-way Power Adjustable Seats with Memory, Heating, Ventilation and Massage | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 18-way Power Adjustable Seats with Centre Armrest, Rear Touchscreen, Heating and Ventilation | Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Sun Shade and Rear Door Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Display with Lexus Remote Touch Controller, Navigation, USB, Bluetooth, WiFi and Pioneer 12-speaker Sound System | 12.3" MBUX Multimedia with Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Powered Boot, with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Panoramic View Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Soft close function, all doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Front and Rear |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 2 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 4,133✓ | RM 6,549 |
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.
LS vs AMG GT 4-Door FAQ
Is the Lexus LS or Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door better?
The Lexus LS is better for rear-seat luxury and value. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door is better for performance, with 630 hp, 900 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 2.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door costs RM2,088,888, while the Lexus LS costs RM1,188,000. That makes the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door RM900,888 more expensive.
Which car is more practical for passengers and luggage?
The Lexus LS is more practical on paper, with five seats, a 3,125 mm wheelbase and a 480-litre boot. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door has four seats, a 2,951 mm wheelbase and 456 litres of boot space.