When it's time to upgrade to a luxury family SUV, Mercedes-Benz takes you to the summit of comfort, performance, and versatility with its precision German engineering. The 2021 Mercedes GLS three-row SUV fits up to seven passengers with ample personal space and delivers the cutting-edge technology and high-quality safety features that the 2021 Lexus LX can't measure up to. We'll demonstrate the differences below in this side-by-side comparison. Take the short drive from Fallbrook or Deluz and stop by Mercedes-Benz of Temecula to see why the GLS is the best value for your family.
When it comes to three-row SUVs, the first thing you think of is size and that's just one of the many things the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS excels at. At seventeen feet long and seven feet wide, the GLS is bigger than the Lexus LX, which means more room inside for a comfortable ride. With more headroom and legroom than the LX, the Mercedes GLS leaves space for everyone to stretch their legs and enjoy the trip, no matter how long.
Both vehicles provide roof rails for extra cargo but inside, the GLS is the clear-cut winner when it comes to cargo space. Whether you're putting luggage or exercise equipment behind the third row, or folding the power seats down to open up the back for more space, the Mercedes GLS gives you more room than the Lexus LX. With three cubic feet more maximum cargo volume than the LX, the GLS gives you the freedom to pack up whatever you need for an exciting family road trip.
Mercedes-Benz is changing the rules when it comes to cutting-edge technology. The GLS comes standard with the groundbreaking Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX), which integrates dual digital in-dash displays, both a whopping 12.25 inches for easy access and convenient visibility. Car and Driver calls the infotainment system in the Lexus LX cumbersome and difficult to use safely while driving. The Mercedes GLS also offers standard Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ capability, something the Lexus LX does not offer.
A good playlist is integral to making a drive, no matter the length, enjoyable. With the standard thirteen-speaker Burmester® surround sound stereo, the Mercedes-Benz GLS adds an extra layer of pleasure. The Lexus LX offers a standard 9-speaker audio set-up or an option for a nineteen-speaker system. The GLS shatters that offer with an optional Burmester® 3D audio system, boasting twenty-six speakers to deliver concert-quality sound.
Don't let the size of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS fool you; just because it's a large vehicle doesn't mean there isn't a wealth of power under the hood waiting to be unleashed. The 3.0L turbocharged engine comes with the innovative EQ Boost Integrated Starter Generator, which adds 21 horsepower to it's already impressive 362. This technological leap forward by Mercedes simply cannot be matched by the V8 engine boasted by the Lexus LX. Neither can the LX best the GLS in mileage, offering a weak 16 highway MPG compared to the 24 MPG the GLS gets you on the highway.
The 2021 Mercedes GLS goes from 0-60 in a scant 5.9 seconds and delivers a smooth, quiet ride while it takes the Lexus LX 7.3 seconds to get to 60. Weekend trips to the cabin or the lake are made more convenient with the 7700lb towing capacity of the Mercedes-Benz GLS, giving you the confidence to tow your camper or boat behind you smoothly and safely. With the LX, you can only tow 7000 lbs. When you stop in, don't forget to ask about Mercedes-Benz's innovative E-Active Body Control feature and AIRMATIC® suspension.
While both Mercedes-Benz and Lexus take your safety seriously and offer a wide array of safety and driver assist features, it's Mercedes that is setting safety standards. With innovative standard features like ATTENTION ASSIST® and Crosswind Assist, you have extra confidence every time you sit behind the wheel of the 2021 GLS.
Both the 2021 Mercedes GLS and the Lexus LX offer standard LED daytime running lamps and LED headlamps for better visibility, plus driver assist features including Blind Spot Assist, Pre-Collision Braking, and Adaptive Highbeam Assist. The Mercedes-Benz GLS also offers optional unique safety features that the LX does not, such as MAGIC VISION CONTROL® for better vision while your wipers are in action, and the PRE-SAFE® Plus System to help reduce the risk of injury in a rear-end collision.
WIth groundbreaking safety, generous standard features, and more space than the 2021 Lexus LX, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS three-row SUV is the perfect vehicle for everyday family driving in Wildomar, or getting away for a fun road trip with the kids. Stop by Mercedes-Benz of Temecula today and see the value of the GLS for yourself.
| 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS |
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2021 Lexus LX |
| $76,000 | Starting MSRP* | $86,730 |
| 362 | Standard Horsepower | 383 |
| 362 lb-ft | Standard Torque | 403 lb-ft |
| 20 MPG City / 24 MPG Highway | Standard Fuel Economy | 16 MPG City / 12 MPG Highway |
| 5.9 Seconds | Standard Manufacturer's 0-60 MPH Time | 7.3 Seconds |
| Up To 7 Occupants | Passenger Capacity | Up To 8 Occupants |
| 84.7 Cubic Feet | Maximum Cargo Volume | 81.3 Cubic Feet |
| 9-Speed Automatic Transmission | Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic Transmission |
| 20" Alloy Wheels | Standard Wheels | 20" Alloy Wheels |
| All-Wheel Drive | Standard Drivetrain | Four-Wheel Drive |
| 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS |
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| 2021 Lexus LX |
| $76,000 |
| Starting MSRP* |
| $86,730 |
| 362 |
| Standard Horsepower |
| 383 |
| 369 lb-ft |
| Standard Torque |
| 403 lb-ft |
| 20 MPG City / 24 MPG Highway |
| Standard Fuel Economy |
| 16 MPG City / 12 MPG Highway |
| 5.9 Seconds |
| Standard Manufacturer's 0-60 MPH Time |
| 7.3 Seconds |
| Up To 7 Occupants |
| Passenger Capacity |
| Up To 8 Occupants |
| 84.7 Cubic Feet |
| Maximum Cargo Volume |
| 81.3 Cubic Feet |
| 9-Speed Automatic Transmission |
| Transmission |
| 8-Speed Automatic Transmission |
| 20" Alloy Wheels |
| Standard Wheels |
| 20" Alloy Wheels |
| All-Wheel Drive |
| Standard Drivetrain |
| Four-Wheel Drive |
*Base MSRP excludes transportation and handling charges, destination charges, taxes, title, registration, preparation and documentary fees, tags, labor and installation charges, insurance, and optional equipment, products, packages and accessories. Actual vehicle price may vary by Dealer.
