Verdict
The Lexus LX costs RM1.54 million and makes the stronger practical case with seven seats, a 1,885-mm-tall SUV body and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. The Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class asks RM698,888 more, but its 603 hp, 900 Nm and 3.3-second 0-100 km/h time are in another league beside the LX’s 415 hp, 650 Nm and 6.5 seconds. Its 13.1-kWh battery also delivers a stated 31 km of EV range. For Malaysian buyers carrying more than five, the LX is the only answer; for chauffeured luxury and outright pace, take the S-Class.
Pick the Lexus LX if you need seven seats, a taller 1,885-mm SUV body and lower RM2,352 annual road tax.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class if you want 603 hp, 900 Nm, a 3.3-second sprint and 31 km of stated EV range.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LX RM1,540,000; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class RM2,238,888.
- Power and torque: Lexus LX 415 hp and 650 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class 603 hp and 900 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Lexus LX 6.5 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class 3.3 seconds.
- Seats: Lexus LX seven; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class five.
- Annual road tax: Lexus LX RM2,352; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class RM6,549.
- Wheelbase: Lexus LX 2,850 mm; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class 3,216 mm.
LX
- Seven seats instead of five.
- RM698,888 lower purchase price and RM4,197 lower annual road tax.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty versus four years.
- 415 hp and 650 Nm trail the S-Class’s 603 hp and 900 Nm.
- 6.5-second 0-100 km/h time is 3.2 seconds slower.
- No stated battery capacity or EV range, against the S-Class’s 13.1-kWh battery and 31 km range.
AMG S-Class
- 603 hp, 900 Nm and 3.3-second 0-100 km/h performance.
- 13.1-kWh battery with 31 km stated EV range.
- Specified with rear massage seats, an ottoman, 11-inch rear displays and a 15-speaker Burmester system.
- Five seats versus the LX’s seven.
- RM698,888 higher purchase price and RM6,549 annual road tax.
- Four-year unlimited-mileage warranty is one year shorter than the LX’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,540,000✓ | RM2,238,888 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | Luxury | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,352✓ | RM6,549 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, twin-turbocharged with direct fuel injection, variable valve timing and electric hybrid module | 32-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-turbo with variable valve timing and PHEV assistance |
| Capacity | 3,445 cc | 3,982 cc |
| Horsepower | 415 hp | 603 hp✓ |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 900 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 49 hp | 188 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 13.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 31 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 3.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G |
| Gears | 10 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.5 seconds | 3.3 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 10 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 290 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 227 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,100 mm | 5,289 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm | 1,954 mm |
| Height | 1,885 mm | 1,503 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 3,216 mm |
| Weight | 2,840 kg | 2,385 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 90 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 350 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/50 R22 | 255/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/50 R22 | 285/35R21 |
| Factory Tyres | — | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | — | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | — | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | — | 21" AMG Cross-spoke Forged Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | — | 21" AMG Cross-spoke Forged Wheels |
| Steering | — | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Rear Passengers, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Left Cushion |
| 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 on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | — | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| Taillamps | — | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | — | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory, Heating and Massage Functions; Pillow Headrests; Passenger Seat Adjustment from Rear Seats |
| Rear Seats | — | Power Adjustable Outer Rear Seats with Memory, Heating, Ventilation, Massage and One-touch Recline Functions; Folding Rear Pillow Headrests with Built-in Neck Warmers; Powered Ottoman and Leg Rest for Left Seat with Massage Function; Centre Load-through |
| Front Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Air Balance Perfume System and Ioniser |
| Rear Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | — | 4 Front USB-C, 6 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Double Sun Visors, Powered Rear Windscreen and Rear Door Window Sunshades |
| Audio | — | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 11" Rear Entertainment Displays; 7" Rear Android Tablet; 15-speaker Burmester 3D Surround Sound System (710 Watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Push Button |
| 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 | — | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Soft Close Function, All Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 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.
Used LX & AMG S-Class for sale
LX vs AMG S-Class FAQ
Is the Lexus LX or Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class better?
The Lexus LX is better if seven-seat capacity and lower running costs matter. The Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class is better for performance, rear-seat equipment and plug-in-hybrid EV running, with 603 hp and a 3.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class costs RM698,888 more than the Lexus LX. Its annual road tax is also RM4,197 higher.
Which is quicker and more powerful?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class is decisively quicker and stronger: 603 hp, 900 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 3.3 seconds, versus 415 hp, 650 Nm and 6.5 seconds for the Lexus LX.