Mercedes-Benz vs. Lexus

There are plenty of luxury vehicle brands on the road in West Chester When shopping for your next new vehicle, a Lexus or Mercedes-Benz deserves your consideration. Only one car or SUV can fit in your garage. And you want to spend your money on a vehicle that delivers luxury and performance on every drive in Chadds Ford.

Read our debate between Mercedes-Benz vs. Lexus at Mercedes-Benz of West Chester to help narrow your choices. We think Mercedes-Benz is the better option for you.

Mercedes-Benz vs. Lexus History

Before we look at the models on roads around Media in the Mercedes-Benz vs. Lexus debate, we’ll dive into the history of both brands. They’re both very popular among luxury vehicle enthusiasts.

Mercedes-Benz is a vaunted German luxury brand founded in 1926. The automaker has a racing background with the research arm of Mercedes-Benz developing engines for Formula One racing. These are some of the fastest race cars in the world that reach speeds of 215 mph and faster. You’ll find racing engineering rooted in every model on the road in Glenmoore.

Lexus is the luxury arm of Toyota, founded in 1989. It’s Japan’s largest luxury vehicle manufacturer. Lexus also spends time developing racing teams with its Lexus RC F GT3 on IMSA tracks, with speeds reaching up to 202 mph.

The winner in this aspect of the Lexus vs. Mercedes-Benz debate is Mercedes-Benz for its racing background.

Lexus vs. Mercedes-Benz: Models Out

Which manufacturer has more models out in 2025? This Lexus vs. Mercedes-Benz comparison also goes to the German automaker. Mercedes-Benz features 36 base models and more than 80 total, counting the trims. Meanwhile, Lexus has 14 high-quality models and an average of three trims per model for around 42 total configurations. 

Both manufacturers are moving toward an electrified future with all-electric SUVs. Mercedes-Benz leads the way with the all-new Mercedes-Benz G-Class EV which is a top-of-the-line off-road adventuring vehicle. Lexus didn’t come out with any brand-new models for the 2025 model year. So, when choosing a Lexus or Mercedes-Benz, look for Mercedes-Benz when you want cutting-edge luxury and performance on every drive.

Lexus or Mercedes-Benz: American Presence

Mercedes-Benz has two assembly plants in the United States, one in South Carolina and the other in Alabama, where many of the vehicles you see on our lot are produced. The Alabama assembly plant makes the Mercedes-Benz GLE, Mercedes-Benz GLS, and Mercedes-Benz EQS SUVs. The one in South Carolina manufactures Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans. 

Meanwhile, there is one Lexus assembly plant in the United States, located in Georgetown, Kentucky. It manufactures the Lexus ES, with 50,000 units produced every year.

Mercedes-Benz wins out here with a greater American presence. So, when deciding on a Lexus or Mercedes-Benz, the German brand helps support more of the American economy with its huge assembly plants in two cities and not just one.

Test-Drive a Mercedes-Benz for Sale in West Chester

Contact us or call (484) 313-1100 to schedule a test drive for your next new or certified pre-owned Mercedes-Benz. Feel free to apply for financing to move forward with the car-buying process, and our finance team will get back to you with the results! We’re happy to help in any way!