Compare performance (136 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 42,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LBX or Mercedes C Class Estate?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Lexus LBX is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Estate costs 42,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,323 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus LBX uses 4.5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mercedes C Class Estate with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
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 C Class Estate offers clearly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 152 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Estate is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Lexus LBX takes 9.2 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Estate delivers significantly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 185 Nm. That’s about 365 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Lexus LBX is markedly lighter – 1,280 kg compared to 1,755 kg. The difference is around 475 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Estate offers visibly more boot space – 490 L compared to 332 L. That’s a difference of about 158 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Estate carries slightly more – 565 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
The Mercedes C Class Estate 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 is a compact premium crossover that brings Lexus styling and craftsmanship to city driving, pairing a cozy interior with thoughtful tech and upscale materials. It focuses on a quiet, refined ride and fuel-efficient everyday usability while carrying the brand’s familiar emphasis on comfort and safety.
detailsThe Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.
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Price
28,300 - 40,000 £
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Price
42,600 - 67,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
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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
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
102 - 110 g/km
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co2
123 - 157 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,280 - 1,365 kg
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Curb weight
1,755 - 1,940 kg
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Trunk capacity
255 - 332 L
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Trunk capacity
490 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 mm
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Width
1,820 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Payload
460 - 565 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 HP
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Power HP
186 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
185 Nm
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Torque
250 - 550 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
137 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
1,490 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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