Lexus LX470 vs Mercedes-Benz G500
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2008 Mercedes-Benz G500
Overview
| Spec | Lexus LX470470 | Mercedes-Benz G500G500 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 470 | G500 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | four wheel drive | four wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2007 | 2008 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lexus LX470470 | Mercedes-Benz G500G500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $67,395 (best) | $88,200 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lexus LX470470 | Mercedes-Benz G500G500 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 13 MPG | 13 MPG |
| City MPG | 12 MPG | 12 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 15 MPG | 15 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 25.4 gal | 25.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Lexus LX470470 | Mercedes-Benz G500G500 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 268 hp | 292 hp (best) |
| Torque | 328 lb-ft | 336 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4.7 L | 5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lexus LX470470 | Mercedes-Benz G500G500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 90.4 cu ft (best) | 79.5 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 6,500 lbs | 7,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,270 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 5,590 lbs | 5,510 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 9.8 in (best) | 8.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 112.2 in |
| Length | 192.5 in (best) | 185.6 in |
| Width | 76.4 in (best) | 71.3 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 77.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lexus LX470470 | Mercedes-Benz G500G500 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 LX470 | Mercedes-Benz G500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 470 $67,395 MSRP(Currently comparing) | G500 $88,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |