Verdict
At RM395,888, the Lexus NX is RM3,000 cheaper than the RM398,888 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV, yet the choice is really petrol-hybrid versus full electric. The Mercedes is far quicker at 4.9 seconds to 100 km/h against 7.7 seconds, and its 90.6-kWh battery brings a quoted 596 km range plus 170-kW DC charging. The Lexus counters with all-wheel drive, a 55-litre fuel tank and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. For Malaysian buyers with reliable charging, the EQE SUV’s lower RM305 annual road tax is hard to ignore; the NX is the simpler fit without it.
Pick the Lexus NX if you need all-wheel drive, a 55-litre petrol tank and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty without relying on charging.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV if you can charge at home or work and want 596 km of quoted EV range, 170-kW DC charging and 4.9-second acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus NX RM395,888; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV RM398,888.
- 0-100 km/h: Lexus NX 7.7 seconds; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 4.9 seconds.
- Driveline: Lexus NX all-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV rear-wheel drive.
- Length and wheelbase: Lexus NX 4,660 mm and 2,690 mm; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 4,863 mm and 3,030 mm.
- Weight: Lexus NX 1,765 kg; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 2,560 kg.
- Road tax and warranty: Lexus NX RM830 yearly and five years unlimited mileage; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV RM305 yearly and four years unlimited mileage.
NX
- All-wheel drive
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- 55-litre fuel tank and 520-litre boot
- Slower 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.9 seconds
- No quoted EV range, AC charging or DC charging capability
- Smaller 2,690-mm wheelbase versus 3,030 mm
EQE SUV
- 596-km quoted EV range from a 90.6-kWh battery
- 170-kW DC and 22-kW AC charging
- 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time and RM305 annual road tax
- Rear-wheel drive instead of the Lexus NX’s all-wheel drive
- Four-year manufacturer warranty versus five years
- 795 kg heavier at 2,560 kg
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM395,888✓ | RM398,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM305✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and hybrid assistance | — |
| Capacity | 2,487 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 184 hp | — |
| Torque | 221 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | — |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 133 hp | 288 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 208 Nm | 565 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 90.6 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 596 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 170 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Direct Shift | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,660 mm | 4,863 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 3,030 mm |
| Weight | 1,765 kg | 2,560 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 520 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 Run-flats | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | 3 LED Projectors | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 Speakers | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| 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 | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Panoramic View Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger, Smart Card Key | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10-year/250,000 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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NX vs EQE SUV FAQ
Is the Lexus NX or Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV better?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is better for buyers with dependable charging, delivering 596 km of quoted range, 170-kW DC charging and 4.9-second acceleration. Choose the Lexus NX instead for all-wheel drive and fuel-stop convenience.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV costs RM3,000 more than the Lexus NX. Its lower RM305 annual road tax versus RM830 helps narrow that gap over time.
Which is easier to live with if I cannot charge at home?
The Lexus NX is the easier choice. Its petrol-hybrid system and 55-litre fuel tank avoid dependence on AC or DC charging, while the EQE SUV is best suited to regular access to charging.
