Verdict
At RM1,228,000, the Lexus LM costs RM777,650 more than the RM450,350 Mercedes-Benz EQV, a gulf that demands a very specific luxury-MPV brief. The LM brings dual-zone rear climate control, rear window shades, a 14-inch screen and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. Yet the EQV has 610 litres of boot space to the LM’s 110 litres, plus a 90-kWh battery, 374-km range and 110-kW DC charging. For a Malaysian buyer needing seven seats and luggage room, the EQV is the rational choice; the LM is for its cabin appointments and longer warranty.
Pick the Lexus LM if rear-cabin climate control, window shades, ventilated 18-way front seats and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty matter more than the RM777,650 price gap.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQV if you want the far lower entry price, 374-km electric range and 610-litre boot for a seven-seat MPV.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LM RM1,228,000; Mercedes-Benz EQV RM450,350.
- Road tax: Lexus LM RM835 per year; Mercedes-Benz EQV RM160 per year.
- Motor output: Lexus LM 180 hp and 270 Nm; Mercedes-Benz EQV 201 hp and 362 Nm.
- Boot space: Lexus LM 110 litres; Mercedes-Benz EQV 610 litres.
- Wheelbase: Lexus LM 3,000 mm; Mercedes-Benz EQV 3,200 mm.
- Rear air-con: Lexus LM dual-zone climate control; Mercedes-Benz EQV single-zone controls with individual blowers.
LM
- Five-year, unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty
- Dual-zone rear climate control and rear window shades
- Ventilated 18-way power front seats with memory
- RM777,650 more expensive
- 110-litre boot is 500 litres smaller
- RM835 annual road tax versus RM160
EQV
- RM450,350 price saves RM777,650
- 90-kWh battery with 374-km range and 110-kW DC charging
- 610-litre boot and 3,200-mm wheelbase
- Two-year, 200,000-km manufacturer warranty versus five years with unlimited mileage
- Single-zone rear air-con versus the LM’s dual-zone system
- No rear door window shades
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,228,000 | RM450,350✓ |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM835 | RM160✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,494 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 188 hp | — |
| Torque | 236 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 180 hp | 201 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm | 362 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 90 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 374 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 110 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | E-CVT | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 12.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,125 mm | 5,140 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,928 mm |
| Height | 1,955 mm | 1,901 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 3,200 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,635 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 110 litres | 610 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R19 | 245/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R19 | 245/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Primacy SUV+ | Continental PremiumContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Spain (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Mesh Aluminium Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Mesh Aluminium Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2nd & 3rd Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam and Sequential Indicators | Multibeam LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Sequential Indicators | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 18-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilated | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with Power Fold | Captain Seats Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline and Slide, 33:33:33 Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge | Single-zone Controls with Individual Blowers |
| Sunroof | Rear Panoramic Roof | Twin Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12-volt, 4 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 4 Last Row | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Powered rear sun shade and rear door window shades | Sunroof Shades |
| Audio | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 Speakers | 12.3" MBUX Multimedia with Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Power Sliding with Soft-close Function, One-touch Auto Close, Anti-pinch | Power Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 200,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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.
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LM vs EQV FAQ
Is the Lexus LM or Mercedes-Benz EQV better?
The Mercedes-Benz EQV is the better buy for most buyers: it costs RM777,650 less, has 500 litres more boot space and delivers 374 km of electric range. Choose the Lexus LM for its more lavish rear-cabin climate setup and longer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LM costs RM1,228,000 and the Mercedes-Benz EQV costs RM450,350, so the Lexus is RM777,650 more expensive.
Which has more boot space for seven passengers?
The Mercedes-Benz EQV has 610 litres of boot space, compared with 110 litres in the Lexus LM. That is a 500-litre advantage for the EQV.
