Car comparison
Lexus ES 500e vs Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43
500 e AWD 74.7 kWh vs 4MATIC: side-by-side India matchup with full specs and features.
Same body type (Sedan)
Very close price band (3.1% gap)
Lexus ES 500e 500 e AWD 74.7 kWh is priced lower
Quick summary
Price and classification for the selected trims
| Spec |
Lexus ES 500e
500 e AWD 74.7 kWh
|
Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43
4MATIC
|
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹91,20,000 | ₹94,05,348 |
| Variant | 500 e AWD 74.7 kWh | 4MATIC |
| Brand | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ES 500e | AMG C 43 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Powertrain | EV | ICE |
| Engine / battery | - | 1991 cc |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic (TC) |
| Fuel type | Electric | Petrol |
| Primary specs | Automatic · Electric | 1991 cc · Automatic (TC) · Petrol |
| Price difference Gap ₹2,85,348 · 3.1% | Lower | Higher |
Full specifications
All published specs for these variants · differences highlighted
| Specification | Lexus ES 500e 500 e AWD 74.7 kWh | Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Performance | ||
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 338 bhp (Dual Motor), 224 bhp (Front Motor), 118 bhp (Rear Motor) | 402 bhp @ 6750 rpm |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 338 Nm (Dual Motor), 268.6 Nm (Front Motor), 169.8 Nm (Rear Motor) | 500 Nm @ 5000 rpm |
| Battery | Lithium Ion, 74.68 kWh, Placed Under Rear Seats | — |
| Electric Motor | Dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (One Motor Each on Front and Rear Axle) | — |
| Acceleration | 0-100 km/h in 5.5 seconds (claimed) | 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds (claimed) |
| Battery Charging & Range | ||
| DC Fast Charging | 10-80 % : 28 mins, 150 kW charger | — |
| AC Fast Charging | 10 - 80 % : 7 hrs, 11 kW charger | — |
| Driving Range | 580 km | — |
| Charging Options | DC Fast Charger | — |
| Charger Included with Vehicle | Home Charger – 11 kW AC Wall Box, Portable Charger | — |
| Ingress Protection(IP) for Motor & Battery Pack | IP67 | — |
| Charging Indicator On Light Bar | Yes | — |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Limited Slip Differential | — | Yes |
| Four-Wheel-Drive | — | Torque-On-Demand |
| Suspension | ||
| Front Suspension | Mcpherson Strut | McPherson Struts with Adaptive Damping |
| Rear Suspension | Multi Link | Four-Link Axle with Adaptive Damping |
| Advanced Suspension Features | No | No |
| Capacity & Dimensions | ||
| Length *Width *Height | 5145 mm * 1920 mm * 1575 mm | 4791 mm * 1824 mm * 1437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2865 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 5 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Doors | 5 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Kerb Weight | — | 1840 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 50 litres |
| Minimum Turning Radius | — | 5.9 metres |
| Tyre & Wheels | ||
| Wheels | Aero Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
| Front Tyres | 235 / 45 R21 | 245 / 35 R19 |
| Rear Tyres | 235 / 45 R21 | 245 / 35 R19 |
| Tyres | Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres | Radial - Tubeless Tyres |
| Spare Wheel & Tyre | — | No |
| Warranty | ||
| Battery Warranty | 8 Years | — |
| ADAS & Active Safety | ||
| ADAS | Level 2 | — |
| Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.) | ||
| Second Row Middle Seat Safety | Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt | Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt |
| Doors, Mirrors & Wipers | ||
| Exterior Door | Body Coloured Door Handles, Flush Fit Handles Type | Body Coloured Door Handles |
| Fuel Fillers Lid | Manual | — |
| Inside Rear View Mirror (iRVM) | Auto-Dimming | — |
| Interior Door Handles Finish | — | Chrome |
| Wheels and Tyres | ||
| Recommended Tyre Pressure | Front 35 psi · Rear 35 psi (cold) | — |
| Storage | ||
| Bootspace | — | 455 L |
| Seating & Ergonomics | ||
| Rear Passenger Seat Type | Bench | Bench |
| Infotainment & Entertainment | ||
| Input Methods | Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility | Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming) |
| Antenna | Shark Fin Antenna | Roof-Mounted Antenna |
| Voice Assistant | — | Alexa |
| Instrument Cluster | ||
| Speedometer | Digital | — |
| Fuel Consumption | Distance to Empty & Low Fuel Level Warning | Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning |
| Mobile App & Remote Controls | ||
| Location Based Services | Share Location | — |
| Overview | ||
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 5 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery Capacity | 74.68 kWh | — |
| Electric Range | 580 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 5145 x 1920 x 1575 mm | 4791 x 1824 x 1437 mm |
| Height | 1575 mm | 1437 mm |
| Length | 5145 mm | 4791 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2865 mm |
| Width | 1920 mm | 1824 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 158 mm | — |
| Boot Space | — | 455 L |
| Engine Performance | ||
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Engine | — | 1991 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 338 bhp (Dual Motor), 224 bhp (Front Motor), 118 bhp (Rear Motor) | 402 bhp @ 6750 rpm |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 338 Nm (Dual Motor), 268.6 Nm (Front Motor), 169.8 Nm (Rear Motor) | 500 Nm @ 5000 rpm |
| Turbocharger/ Supercharger | — | Turbocharged |
| Emission Standard | — | BS6 Phase 2 |
| Top Speed | — | 250 kmph |
| Acceleration | 0-100 km/h in 5.5 seconds (claimed) | 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds (claimed) |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | — | Disc (Front & Rear) |
| Design & Styling | ||
| Wrappings | — | Wrapped Steering Wheel |
| Scuff Plates | — | Illuminated |
| Exhaust | — | Chrome Finish |
| Engine | ||
| Horsepower | — | 402 bhp |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm |
| Displacement | — | 1991 cc |
Features & equipment
Present / absent across these trims · never invented
| Feature | Lexus ES 500e 500 e AWD 74.7 kWh | Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelts | Yes | - |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Vehicle Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Attention Warning | Yes | - |
| Door Open Warning | Yes | - |
| ISOFIX | Yes | Yes |
| Immobilizer | Yes | Yes |
| Child Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Sensing Door Lock | Yes | Yes |
| NCAP Safety Rating | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Alarm | Yes | - |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Call | Yes | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Traction Control | - | Yes |
| Downhill Assist Control | - | Not available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Tire Repair Kit | - | Yes |
| Exterior | ||
| LED Headlights | Yes | - |
| Auto High Beam | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Height Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
| Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | - |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| Body Kit | Not available | Yes |
| Puddle Lights | - | Not available |
| Rub Strips | - | Not available |
| Infotainment | ||
| Touchscreen Display | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Yes | 6+ Speakers |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
| AM/FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
| Heads-Up Display | Yes | - |
| Connected Services | Yes | Yes |
| Dashcam | Not available | Not available |
| Gesture Control | Yes | Not available |
| Trip Meter | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Navigation | - | Yes |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Not available |
| Amazon Alexa | - | Yes |
| OTA Updates | - | Yes |
| Comfort | ||
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Material | Yes | Yes |
| Third Row Seats | Not available | Not available |
| Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Cup Holders | Not available | Not available |
| Steering Wheel Controls | Yes | Yes |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes | - |
| Remote Engine Start | Yes | Yes |
| Cabin Boot Access | Yes | Not available |
| Glovebox Cooler | Yes | Not available |
| Front Seatback Pockets | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Ignition Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | - | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | - | Not available |
| Rear Folding Seats | - | Not available |
| Sunglass Holder | - | Not available |
| Umbrella Storage | - | Not available |
| Massage Seats | - | Yes |
| Cabin Air Purifier | - | Not available |
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