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Lexus LBX vs Mercedes C Class Estate comparison

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?

Lexus LBX vs Mercedes C Class Estate: Key differences

Lexus LBX

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Mercedes C Class Estate

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

LBX

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

C Class Estate

Engine and Performance:

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.

LBX

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £42,600
C Class Estate

Mercedes C Class Estate

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Lexus LBX
Mercedes C Class Estate

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus LBX

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.

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Mercedes C Class Estate

The 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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Lexus LBX
Mercedes C Class Estate

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,300 - 40,000 £
Price
42,600 - 67,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 110 g/km
co2
123 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,280 - 1,365 kg
Curb weight
1,755 - 1,940 kg
Trunk capacity
255 - 332 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 475 kg
Payload
460 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
186 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
185 Nm
Torque
250 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
137 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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