Lexus LS430 vs Mercedes-Benz E320
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Mercedes-Benz E320
Overview
| Spec | Lexus LS430430 | Mercedes-Benz E320E320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 430 | E320 BlueTEC |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | diesel fuel |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | diesel |
| Model year | 2006 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lexus LS430430 | Mercedes-Benz E320E320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $56,525 | $54,200 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lexus LS430430 | Mercedes-Benz E320E320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 23 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 22.2 gal (best) | 21.1 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Lexus LS430430 | Mercedes-Benz E320E320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 278 hp (best) | 210 hp |
| Torque | 312 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4.3 L (best) | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lexus LS430430 | Mercedes-Benz E320E320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 20.2 cu ft (best) | 15.9 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,990 lbs | 3,860 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | 4.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.2 in (best) | 112.4 in |
| Length | 197.4 in (best) | 191 in |
| Width | 72 in (best) | 71.7 in |
| Height | 58.7 in (best) | 58.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lexus LS430430 | Mercedes-Benz E320E320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Lexus LS430 | Mercedes-Benz E320 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 430 $56,525 MSRP(Currently comparing) | E320 BlueTEC $54,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |