Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LBX or Mercedes B Class?
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 B Class costs 33100 £. That’s a price difference of around 4852 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Lexus LBX with 4.50 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes B Class has a decisively edge – offering 238 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Lexus LBX takes 9.20 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs clearly perceptible 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 B Class pulls convincingly 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 minimal lighter – 1280 kg compared to 1405 kg. The difference is around 125 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers evident more room – 455 L compared to 332 L. That’s a difference of about 123 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes B Class performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1540 L, which is about 546 L more than the Lexus LBX.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes B Class a bit takes the win – 550 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.
The Mercedes B Class proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes B Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
28300 - 40000 £
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Price
33100 - 52500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 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
83 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
56 - 156 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
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1280 - 1365 kg
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Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
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Trunk capacity
255 - 332 L
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Length
4190 mm
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Length
4419 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
1562 mm
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Max trunk capacity
992 - 994 L
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Payload
505 - 550 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 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 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 - 175 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, E, F
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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.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.