12 Years Later: Lexus RX350 vs. ML350 - The TRUTH Might SHOCK You!
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- Опубліковано 20 тра 2023
- Get ready for an in-depth comparison that's been a decade in the making! We're putting the 2012 Lexus RX350 and Mercedes-Benz ML350 head-to-head to determine the real king of reliability. After 12 long years on the road, which luxury SUV reigns supreme?
The Lexus RX350, known for its solid build and quality materials, or the Mercedes-Benz ML350, with its luxurious finish and impressive durability? This video will reveal the TRUTH, and the result might just SHOCK you!
We've delved into maintenance records, customer reviews, long-term performance, and much more to offer you the most comprehensive comparison possible. If you're considering a used luxury SUV, this is a must-watch. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more in-depth vehicle comparisons and reviews!
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Comparing these two beauties, i would go for the RX350 all day every day, i presently own one after i swapped my 2012 ml350 eights months ago. The Rx350 isn't as luxurious as the ML350 but the peace of mind you get whenever you're travelling is the main deal breaker! ML doesn't develop faults frequently but it can break down when and where you never expect it to expecially the power steering but most users won't tell you these things they face with pride. My advice: if you're a daily driver kindly go for the RX350 but if you're the boss who doesn't have to have daily then the ML350 is the way to go for you. 🍻
Hi there! Thank you for watching. Your review is insightful. Thank you again.
very well said, you sound very knowledgeable and i have decided on my choice because of you. and also the afore mentioned better fuel economy in the RX
I disagree, any vehicle can breakdown any time, the only advantage the Rx has is that you have more Toyota mechanics all over
@@adedejiogunmuyiwa7548 and that's exactly my point if you comprehend what exactly my point is, what do you disagree on? I'm open to opinions and corrections.
If you plan to tow, comparing these two is apples and oranges.
The Mercedes’ tow capacity is 7200 lbs (273 lb-ft torque) while the Lexus’ is 2000 lbs (258 lb- ft torque).
First, I wanted to say thank you for doing this comparison between two of the most reliable SUV's in this age class. The video was great! Mercedes and Lexus are both known for reliability. Mercedes ML350 (2012-2015) took it a little further. They have the best frontal collision safety feature vs. Lexus RX350. ML350 has a little more standard technology features (unless ungraded), but what you cannot tell from the video, which is the BIGGEST difference, has to be the ride comfort. My favorite feature on the ML350 is the air suspension. The ML350 2012-2015 is like riding on a cloud. This vehicle absorbs bumps like a champ. There was a reason this vehicle was in most wealthy family driveways as a daily driver. Both standard models are not that great on gas, but the Bluetec wins over the RX350 It's a dream riding around town and for long highway trips. Second, would be the Harmon Karmon sound system is also superior as it has a 14-way surround system and a dedicated Subwoofer. When you're driving and you hear music voices or tones from the rear or side, it's almost a hazard for having that damn good of system. (LOL) Oh, I forgot to mention the ML350 has hands free parking assist as well. For all of the bad comments on the ML350, you stated the wrong year models. I spoke to several certified MB techs and they said models 2016 - beyond has by far the worst problems which most are all electrical. They changed the interior instrument clusters. A well serviced and maintained ML350 from 2012-2015 will go to 200-250K with no problems other than standard maintenance parts with no interior/exterior rattling whatsoever. It's a no brainer for me which is why I own a 2015 ML350 4matic loaded w/ 35,000 miles. - Ride with Miee - Your next video should be the most reliable and safe electric SUV vehicles!
Thanks for the detailed comment
All these stories shows how biased your analysis is and because u never had rx 350
No air in ML my friend which makes it more reliable
Ml350 SUV is a fantastic car on the highway with great comfort and safety measures. Good traction and better off road drive.
mercedes has never been known for it's so called "reliability" lol.
Please take two of them to the road and do a high speed run and check which ones steering starts to shake first on high speeds..obviously the Lexus… when you talk about a better car too, you talk about safety. The ML beats the Lexus all round in safety better balance and traction, the ML still has a stronger chasis, better brakes and braking distance, better interior sound proofing. I can still go on.
I don’t think the ML is built in a way that you have to visit the mechanic Everytime. If you treat the car nice it won’t give you stress. A reliable car is a well maintained car
Hi there. Thank you for watching and for your comment
This guy really knows about Mercedes. I love the last sentence "a reliable car is a well maintained car".
I have ml 350 is a wonderful suv
your audio quality is becoming better still hearing some glitches but very good improvement from other previous videos
Hi there. Thank you so much. What are your thoughts on both SUVs please?
I prefer the ml 350 because when maxed out in options it has more features xenon led front lamps, heated and cooled cup holders in the front ,side step lamps, interior ambient lights which we beg Lexus for daily.
Hi there! Thank you so much for watching. What features appeal to you the most please?
@@ridewithmiee those led lights
I’ve used both cars ..used Ml first.. I must say they are all wonderful cars. But for rest of mind , Lexus is bae , Been using my 013 Lexus since Feb and till now never visited any mechanic, just basic oil change and recently Alignment, it wasn’t the same case for the ML when I used it .. but they’re great cars
German cars are for leasing and Japanese cars are for owning
Hi there! Thank you for watching. Please say more
Japanese cars can last a long time with very few problems whereas German cars start to have many problems after 60k miles. @@ridewithmiee
@@DanPocketRocket thank you for your comment but this is flawed and is generated from hearsay and improper maintenance habits, don’t you think please?
W123 has outlasted any Japanese car
I prefer the ML350 reason been that it is more comfortable, roomy, and can be converted to GLE350 both in and out what a sweet SUV. and above all less expensive compare to the lexis rx350
Hi there. Thank you so much!
I'm for sure getting ml this year in December by Gods grace.
Mercedes Ml is really different from Lexus. Mercedes is really ahead on these cars even if Lexus is a high game. Mercedes requires regular maintenance. If you maintain a Mercedes it can last longer than any other brand. But often people don't do maintenance because they know it's a solid car. Mercedes are the best if you do maintenance regularly.
Hi there! Thank you so much for watching and for your insightful comment
ML is safer by far, faster and slightly more expensive to maintain but the safety score is deal for me.
Hi there. Thank you for watching.
Why do you think so please?
@@ridewithmiee ml if you can afford the extra cost of maintainance.
@@davidplaysalot8726 ML barely generates fault, it is very rare for you to find ML in mechanic shops. Selling my GLK and buying an ML was the best decision I made. I fell inlove with this car for the past 2 months since I have been driving it. Most times even if I don’t have anywhere to go, I just get into the car and drive of, cus of the sweetness of the driving experience.
😂😂😂 i almost thrown away my earphones thought it was faulty when watching this video untill i saw the comments on audio...nice video though but please work on the sound.
You forgot to mention their prices
I currently drive a 2015 ML 350 trust me you can never compare it to Rx 350 it’s an insult and an embarrassment to the German brand. It’s like comparing Pete Edochie to potable
I prefer the Rx350 cos of its reliability and fuel efficiency. I can equally upgrade it down to 2015 without breaking the bank. This generation of RX over the ML
Hi there! Thank you for watching and for your comment
The RX350 consumes more fuel than the ML350 BlueEfficiency
I prefer the rx not only because of the reliability bit because of the ground clearance and peace of mind when it comes to the power steering, handling etc
All v6 engine especially SUVs consumes almost the same quantity of fuel I have use both but currently on ml 350 the road master
You cannot go wrong with either, it's preference; however, the maintenance cost of the MB is higher than Lexus.
I beg to disagree.... Original lexus parts are not cheaper
Is it advisable to buy 2013 GLk?
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Lexus rx350 looks most refined and elegant.❤
Forget it... you can compare any Rx with ml. Is it in strength durability and stability?
This suv is bae
You did not mention comfort
I want the most quiet interior with the highest noise cancelation.
Did you say "two very reliable SUVs" or one money pit SUV and one reliable SUV. Mercedes in general has better performance and handling, but we all know about the maintenance cost and reliability. Alot of sensors & chip controlled parts that breaks after some years.
Advice to Mercedes lovers: Buy only German made Mercedes, not US made or any other.
THE ML350 is a very reliable car for what it is. You can check videos on youtube, many positives reviews about it!, even used!
U know the secret the German made Benz are a whole lot better
Hi there. Thank you for watching. The maintenance cost of both SUVs are very close if not the same for most parts and both are known to be very reliable. However, I would like to know your reasons for referring to the Mercedes as a “money pit” please.
No lies bro, can be very frustrating. Benz maintenance na steady
@@ambamatthew5867 Hi there! Thank you for watching. Please say more
Please when comparing vehicle always say they are used and you dont know how well they were maintained by the original owners
You should never buy a used Mercedes if you don’t have money saved for repairs. 😂
Let buy both vehicles then see you 15 years later then we talk about it 😁
Compare Range sport 2015 and Mercedes mo 350 2015 in fuel consumption
I will take the Lexus for its space, keys and more open windshield view ..the Mercedes front wind shied view looks funny like the a whole dash board is allover my face 😂😂😂😂... That's how the ml makes me feel
Hi there. Thank you for watching. Please say more about the keys
@@ridewithmiee the lexus has a push to start key.. .. I can always have the key in my pickets without bring it out to open and start the Rx... But the Benz uses a slot and sock In key ⚠️
@@emmanuelchidozie9004 hi there! Thank you for this. Is this your sole reason please?
@@ridewithmiee it's been a while u posted ... Hope you are fine and we hope to see more content from you
@@emmanuelchidozie9004you people don’t even know anything about Mercedes 😹una just dey comment anyhow! The ml has a push to start button too yo
I wish the lady was the one presenting the Lexus she would have done a better job. The Lexus's reliability and cheaper cost maintenance wins it for me in 12-year-old cars.
Ok, I'll just get this out of the way right up front. As far as reliability goes, the most reliable, by FAR, is the ML350. Not by a little, but the reliability of the ML350 blows the Lexus out of the water. There is ABSOLUTELY no comparison. The zero, ziltch. I know this as I have direct ownership experience with 4 of them. We're talking 220K miles, without a SINGLE item ever breaking. I can travel Not one
Hi there! Thank you so much for your comment. I would appreciate if you said more on your review having owned them both please.
Roflmao!!! That pretty funny come back when you are close to 275000 miles not km...
Thank you both for your thorough and professional review.
Put some armor oil on those lexus tires dude.
Half of the time I've no clue what the guy is saying.
Will choose Lexus hands down 💯 ❤
Hi there. Thank you for watching. Why the Lexus please?
The Lexus RX 350 is my choice, though Mercedes is not bad too
I thought the ml350 has a turbocharged 3 liter 6 cylinder engine
Hi there! Thank you for watching.
Yes please but that variant is only available in the ML400, GLE400, GLE450 and GLE 43 AMG.
Yeah you're right
ML 350 for me
Keep it up, you are going places
Hi there. Thank you very much. What are your thoughts on the SUVs please?
RX350 produces 279hp
The ML 350 is a sweet SUV... I see the Rx 350 as a shit box. I love driving fast and the ML is my ride. The Rx 350 is a time bomb, when you're on high speed. If you like driving fast, stay away from the Rx 350. It will rollover one day and kill you. It killed my guy last year. Rx 350 is unsafe. Run away from it.
Why though? It must have rolled over when he was turning at high speed
@@MR_stone69if you like speed, buy the ML 350. You'll be alive to tell the story of your adventures.
Wow rollover is never good, but I'm going to assume you're friend went cheap and got the fwd lexus while you're bragging about the awd Mercedes. Not a comparison at all , as for the speed 127mph in rx 350 feels the same as 65mph in sound and ride it's very consistent which is why it beats the Mercedes hands down, also the fact that the Lexus is a smart car doesn't hurt ...
Nigerians what's wrong with IVM and Ford cars that are being manufactured in Nigeria.
In this Nigerian situation I will pick the RX, I am sure to get better resale value and lower maintenance costs of the period I will own the car.
I have a Corolla with EPS and I have gone swimming and nothing happened. Toyota/ Lexus is more reliable.
Hi there. Thank you for watching. Why do you presume the Mercedes is less reliable please?
@@ridewithmiee Hmm, when if look at cars generally all over the world in terms of reliability Mercedes are down there with JLR and BMW’s. Also, when it comes to maintenance costs, they are also more expensive, Mercedes are luxury cars after all.
@@olatundeaboaba The ML350 is way more durable, you can drive an ML for one year without fixing anything, except servicing/oil change. The RX350 is also durable, but consumes more fuel than the ML. When it comes to balance, the ML standouts. I have been using mine for the past 3 months now, haven’t touched anything, even with the bad roads. The ML beats the RX in almost every aspect, including interior and exterior. The RX doesn’t come with a rear wiper.
@@Entertainment_space that’s not true the RX has a rare wiper
Ya'll should compare Toyota venza and lexus rx 350
Hi there. Thank you for watching and your suggestion. It will be looked into
Yes
The ML beats the RX in almost every aspect.
Speed ML 302hp - RX 270hp ✅
Interior ML ✅
Comfort ML ✅
Handling ML ✅
Grand presence ML✅
Legs ML ✅
Fuel consumption ML ✅
Exterior ✅
Cheaper Maintenance cost RX☑️
Ground clearance RX ☑️
Infotainment system ML ✅
Sound system ML ✅
Trunk space ML ✅
Better resale value ML ✅
AC cooling ML ✅
Let talk 15 years later 😂
@@hungvuong3417 lolx this is savage, it got me rolling aswear
@@traderlubaid3996 what’s savage there?
@@hungvuong3417 You hope to be using an ML or RX 15 years time, amen to your prayers and your heart desires 🤣
@Entertainment_space mumu he doesn't mean it like that he's talking which one will still be running after 15yrs
Glk wins , if you drive that glk on the highway you would like it because it feels under your control compare to the Lexus
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Which GLK are you high ?
Don’t fuck with ML350 🔥
Hi there. Thank you for watching. Why do you think so please?
Mercedes Benz,the best or nothing
Hi there. Thank you for watching. Why please?
Ml350 4matic always ♥ ❤ 💖 💓 💙 💕.
I have 3 car at the same time last year (2023) - Porsche, BMW and a Toyota. My 4 cylinders Toyota are most reliable and inexpensive
2013 Toyota Highlander and 2016 Toyota venza please,then tag me
Bennz all the way
Hi there. Thank you for watching. Why please?
Lexus..luxurious...reliable
Mercedes..endless money pit
Hi there. Thank you for watching. Why do you think so please?
You definitely haven’t used an ML, too obvious. When it comes to reliability, it’s in the same range as the Lexus. When you talk about luxury, you can’t even mention that RX, because the ML beats it in every aspect. My friend has been driving his own for about 2 years now, mine is about 3 months now. I haven’t spent any money on it since I bought it, just regular 4 months servicing and oil change. Same as my friend.
Maybe y’all give your ML to roadside mechanics that ends up telling you to buy things that are not bad, just to extort you people. If you can find a very experienced Mercedes mechanic, you will fall in love with the ML. My GLK was what almost made me to hate on Mercedes brand, but I later realised that it was my mechanic that destroyed that car. Since I bought the ML, I had to search for a very experienced Mercedes mechanic and found one.
❤👍👍🚀🚀🚀
What's the truth that I'm supposed to be shocked knowing?
The ML will break the bank with maintenance / repair costs. The Lexus will out last the Benz by a factor of 3.
Benz all the way 👍.
Thanks for sharing your video the problem with Mercedes isn't reliable when you buy a lexus you know is a toyota reliability take you everywhere i think the girl probably she like the Mercedes more than a lexus
Does anyone else notice that the lady is more fluent and concerned about the functionalities of the car ,whereas the guy is more focused on argument by pin pointing the flaws of the mercedes??
Though I, ll choose a lexus Rx350 over ml , who no go,no go understand
Hi there. Thank you for watching. Why is the Lexus your choice please?
God bless you bro. It’s sure you have clear observation instinct. ML 350 will out of fashion in about 3yrs. The Lexus will still running on the road 10yrs from now.
@@christianameh4762 hi there! Thank you for watching. Regarding your comment and thinking about the numbers of Mercedes running around on the roads today globally, don’t you think your comment is incorrect please?
@@christianameh4762 You are excellently wrong in this your argument. The ML is among one of the best SUV’s which has been active for the past 10 years, the interior still stands out till date. The ML isn’t that expensive to maintain except you are careless with your car maintenance. ML barely generates fault, you can go a whole year without fixing any major thing in the car.
The ML beats the RX in terms of balance, speed, interior, exterior, lesser fuel consumption, grand presence and balance.
@@christianameh4762 I have a 2002 E320 4 Matic wagon 154,000 on it and runs like a clock. Hoping to get 350,000 from this German Auto. I always get complements when at a self serve gas stop. Mercedes didn't produce many wagons. Now discontinued the wagon due to SUV demand. The wagon has lost interest in appeal in the states. The oil takes 8 1/2 Quarts, Mobile 1 synthetic--the 6 Cylinder engine has 12 spark plugs-2 plugs on each cylinder. That's why they can go 350,000 -you need to do your maintenance. The other reason I like the 2002 it does not have a lot of electronics on it. Not even sensors on the tires. . So your statement about 10 years may not hold up in my case. I also have a 2015-ML 350 4 matic-and my wive drives a 2012 GLK 350. 4matic No issues with any of these German Cars. It's all about doing the maintenance, which a lot of people neglect. Also if I was in an accident, I rather be in a Benz car, also the Benz Air ride and interior sound insulation can't compete with a Benz. Close the Door on a Lexus and then the Benz. The Lexus is like tin can.
I need a comparison between glk and rx 350
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Please scroll through my channel or please click on this link to see;
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ML350 is better ❤ More luxury
Lexus till the world blow
ML 350 4matic all the way
Hi there! Thank you for watching. Why do you think so please?
Lexus all day!!!
Hi there! Thank you for watching. Why please?
Mercedes any day
Hi there. Thank you for watching.
Why Mercedes please?
could someone translate this gibberish
Lexus all day!!,
Hi there! Thank you for watching. Why the Lexus please?
Ml better
Hi there. Thank you for watching. Why please?
I always recommend comparison of same year. Why compare an older model to a newer model??
Hi there. Thank you for watching. They’re both 2011 models please
@@ridewithmiee That ML is 2012. The newer designs started from 2012-2015.
The older design stopped at 2011.
@@Entertainment_spaceyeah
Lexus 100 times more reliable
Lexus is like riding in a bucket 🪣
Hi there. Thank you for watching. Why do you think so please?
@@ridewithmieehe only thinks that because people have been conditioned to automatically think that.
@@jamesivan1983 Hi there! Thank you for watching. Please say more
Let me laugh first before responding 🤣🤣
So how did you come up with that conclusion?
The ML350 is one of the most reliable SUV that is still rocking the fairly used car market till date. It’s reliability is a 10/10.
It beats the RX in every aspect, even the maintenance cost is only slightly more than the Lexus, but you can drive your ML for a whole year without fixing anything, except you are a rough driver
Lexus anyday. The End
Hi there! Thank you for watching. Why please?
This is like comparing a tecno phone to an iPhone... They're not on the same league. The Benz is faster, safer, has more features when fully loaded etc. if maintained properly, it will last as long as the Lexus. Real men will always go for the Benz. F**k Toyota.
Mercedes is better
Why is it that NIGERIAN car reviewers tends to review old model cars. Please give us recent cars. But this is informative thank you
Can't afford them
Because it’s better to buy them when they are priced sensibly
Otherwise you’ll buy one for 85k wait a few years for a trade in and receive 25k making you the fool happy to have the latest and greatest while they take your money and laugh
Because your 🐑 brain will have you trade and pretend to not be stupid for wasting money.
Before you emotionally type me rich BS send me BTC and prove it. Or stay a hive minded mandrill
Come on, that’s a pretty ugly Lexus with curved body that eats up most of the space in the back.
If I take the ML to the village for Christmas in December I know how much respeccc I’ll get in comparison to that anyhow Lexus lol
But is the EPS thing really a big deal in the ML? That’s about the only L it took in the comparison
And the fact that the ML got more talk time (and screen time) in detailing than the Lexus shows y’all clearly knew the Lexus didn’t really stand a chance. Great video.
Hi there. Thank you for watching. Please share more of your thoughts
Ml350 is better in every way than the RX350. The handing, performance, sound system are way more better. And that blue-efficiency is fuel economical than the RX350
😂 you must be a consumer, not a mechanic the RX 350 by far is much more superior due to longevity the expense of the MI350 has a short lifespan. That German car was not built to last more than 10 years.
@@cking3200 German cars last longer than lexus and Toyota if you maintenance them, I still see bemz 190 around sometimes but you won't see any lexus from 1997.
That's over 25 years.
@@davidplaysalot8726 lol 😂 you must be from Germany, because they don’t send there best cars in United States. Now, if you want to compare in that manner, you still don’t have an edge on Japanese made cars prime example. My daughter has a 28 year old Toyota Corolla with the original alternator water pump and radiator and etc.. 1995 Toyota Corolla. the car has 237,234 miles on it , facts. All my friends that own a German car 🚗 has a back up car because of how long it stays in the shop waiting on parts.🤣😂🤣😂 .
Hi there. Thank you for watching. Why do you think so please?
@@cking3200 Hi there. Thank you for watching. The Mercedes used to shoot this video is a 12 years old model. Why do you think they are incapable of longevity please?
I am a Yoruba born Nigerian. Lived in Germany for about 30yrs, and believe me I will always prefer a MERC over any other car.
On the other side, Germans are the best car producers worldwide...
Ooot oro ni yan. So the Ml-350 will always be my car and I am planning to buy one next year after driving different BMW for years. It's time for another German product..👊👍
Hi there! Thank you for watching. Why do you think the Merc is the better please?
@@ridewithmiee For the Japanese to be able to build good cars now, they came over to Germany with their tourist cameras and copied a lot their working ethics etc. Why I will prefer the Merc is because of the fact that, it is more rugged, the design gives it the so called FLAG SHIP status, many security benefits, like chassis, suspensions, just to name a few. And the Mercs were the first to build a car. The prize is just there for them from the beginning.
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