Lexus LS600h vs Mercedes-Benz S550
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2017 Mercedes-Benz S550
Overview
| Spec | Lexus LS600h600h L | Mercedes-Benz S550S 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 600h L | S 550 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2017 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lexus LS600h600h L | Mercedes-Benz S550S 550 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $120,440 | $96,600 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lexus LS600h600h L | Mercedes-Benz S550S 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 19 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 23 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 22.2 gal | 23 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Lexus LS600h600h L | Mercedes-Benz S550S 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 438 hp | 449 hp (best) |
| Torque | 385 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 5 L (best) | 4.7 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lexus LS600h600h L | Mercedes-Benz S550S 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 10.1 cu ft | 16.3 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,115 lbs | 4,663 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 124.6 in (best) |
| Length | 205 in | 206.5 in (best) |
| Width | 73.8 in (best) | — |
| Height | 58.3 in | 58.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lexus LS600h600h L | Mercedes-Benz S550S 550 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 LS600h | Mercedes-Benz S550 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 600h L $120,440 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S 550 $96,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | S 550 $131,400 MSRP |
| 3 | — | S 550 4MATIC $99,600 MSRP |
| 4 | — | S 550 4MATIC $122,750 MSRP |
| 5 | — | AMG S 63 4MATIC $164,750 MSRP |