Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the RM408,888 saving on the Lexus LX is substantial, and it also brings seven seats, a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and RM2,352 annual road tax. Its 415 hp and 650 Nm V6 hybrid system is not slow, but the AMG G-Class’s 577 hp, 850 Nm V8 mild hybrid and 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time are in a different league from the LX’s 6.5 seconds. The Mercedes is also 280 kg lighter, but its RM1,948,888 price, five-seat cabin and RM3,211 road tax make the LX the more rational luxury SUV.
Pick the Lexus LX if you need seven seats and want to keep RM408,888 in hand while paying RM859 less road tax each year.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class if 577 hp, 850 Nm and a 4.4-second 0-100 km/h sprint matter more than seating seven.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LX RM1,540,000; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class RM1,948,888.
- Power and torque: Lexus LX 415 hp and 650 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 577 hp and 850 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Lexus LX 6.5 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 4.4 seconds.
- Seats: Lexus LX seven; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class five.
- Kerb weight: Lexus LX 2,840 kg; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 2,560 kg.
- Warranty: Lexus LX five years unlimited mileage; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class four years unlimited mileage.
LX
- RM408,888 less expensive.
- Seven seats instead of five.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and lower RM2,352 annual road tax.
- 415 hp and 650 Nm trail the AMG G-Class’s 577 hp and 850 Nm.
- Its 6.5-second 0-100 km/h time is 2.1 seconds slower.
- At 2,840 kg, it is 280 kg heavier.
AMG G-Class
- 577 hp and 850 Nm from its 3,982 cc V8 mild-hybrid powertrain.
- 4.4-second 0-100 km/h sprint and 240 km/h top speed.
- 280 kg lighter, with a 667-litre boot and full-size spare tyre.
- Costs RM408,888 more.
- Five seats versus the Lexus LX’s seven.
- Four-year unlimited-mileage warranty is one year shorter, while annual road tax is RM859 higher.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,540,000✓ | RM1,948,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Luxury | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,352✓ | RM3,211 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, twin-turbocharged with direct fuel injection, variable valve timing and electric hybrid module | 48-Valve DOHC, Twin-Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Mild Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 3,445 cc | 3,982 cc |
| Horsepower | 415 hp at 5,200 rpm | 577 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 650 Nm at 2,000 rpm | 850 Nm at 2,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 6 | V 8 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 49 hp✓ | 20 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm✓ | 200 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 10 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.5 seconds | 4.4 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 10 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 240 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 227 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,100 mm | 4,613 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,885 mm | 1,969 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | 2,840 kg | 2,560 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 100 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 667 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/50 R22 | 295/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/50 R22 | 295/40R22 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | — | Goodyear Eagle F1 SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Austria (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | — | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | — | Solid Axle with Coil Springs and Panhard Rod |
| Front Wheels | — | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | — | 22" Alloys |
| Steering | — | Rack and Pinion (Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | AMG Active Ride Control suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | — | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | — | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | — | Multibeam LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | — | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | — | Power Adjustable Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating Function |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | — | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 4 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | — | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
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.
Used LX & AMG G-Class for sale
LX vs AMG G-Class FAQ
Is the Lexus LX or Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class better?
The Lexus LX is the better choice for seven-seat practicality, lower ownership tax and a far lower RM1,540,000 price. Choose the Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class for outright performance: it has 577 hp, 850 Nm and reaches 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class costs RM1,948,888, which is RM408,888 more than the RM1,540,000 Lexus LX.
Which one is quicker?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class is decisively quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds against 6.5 seconds for the Lexus LX. It also has 577 hp and 850 Nm, compared with 415 hp and 650 Nm.
