Compare performance (136 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (28300 £ vs 32700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LBX or Mercedes A Class Saloon?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Lexus LBX has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28300 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4444 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A Class Saloon manages with 0.70 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Lexus LBX with 4.50 L. The difference is about 3.80 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class Saloon has a significantly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 184 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Lexus LBX takes 9.20 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A Class Saloon performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Lexus LBX tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A Class Saloon pulls significantly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 185 Nm. That’s about 265 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Lexus LBX is somewhat lighter – 1280 kg compared to 1450 kg. The difference is around 170 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers somewhat more room – 395 L compared to 332 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes A Class Saloon hardly perceptible takes the win – 490 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.
The Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Lexus LBX wraps premium touches and a surprisingly spacious cabin into a compact crossover that’s perfectly at home in town or heading out on longer drives. It wears the badge with quiet confidence, serving up a refined ride and clever packaging for buyers who want Lexus polish without shouting for attention.
detailsThe Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.
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Price
28300 - 40000 £
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Price
32700 - 55900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
88 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
102 - 110 g/km
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co2
16 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
36 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1280 - 1365 kg
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Curb weight
1450 - 1705 kg
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Trunk capacity
255 - 332 L
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Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
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Length
4190 mm
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Length
4558 - 4570 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1560 mm
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Height
1413 - 1429 mm
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Max trunk capacity
992 - 994 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Payload
475 - 490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
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Torque
185 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1490 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.