Mercedes-Benz EQS53 vs Lexus RX

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Mercedes-Benz EQS53
Mercedes-Benz EQS53

2023 price

Lexus RX
Lexus RX

$101,100 - $111,000

2026 price

Summary

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS53
2026 Lexus RX
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Not Applicable, 0.0L

Fuel Type
Electric

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Fuel Efficiency
0.0L/100km (combined)

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Seating
5

5
Dislikes
  • Interior might be too much for some
  • Controversial styling
  • Rear seats could be more luxe

  • Relatively short EV-only range
  • No spare tyre, just a repair kit
  • Raised rear seat cramped for tall people
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS53 Summary

The Mercedes-Benz EQS is a car faced with multiple momentous responsibilities.

Not only is it the latest purely electric offering from Mercedes-Benz, but it also has to represent the future of the historic S-Class limousine, and in the AMG-spiced 53 trim we’re reviewing, it has to represent the future of the brand’s driving experience, too.

So can this oddly-shaped EV really take it all on and succeed? Read on to find out.

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2026 Lexus RX Summary

Lexus has finally brought a plug-in hybrid to the Australian market with the RX450h+, and we’ve been testing the second-from-the-top Sports Luxury grade to see how it stacks up.

Promising a blend of electric efficiency and the high-end comfort Lexus is known for, this large SUV steps into a competitive segment. But does it deliver on both fronts?

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