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Lexus LC Convertible vs Mercedes A Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (117,300 £ vs 32,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LC Convertible or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

Lexus LC Convertible vs Mercedes A Class Saloon: Key differences

Lexus LC Convertible

  • clearly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A Class Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes A Class Saloon is significantly cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the Lexus LC Convertible costs 117,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 84,621 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lexus LC Convertible with 11.7 L/100km. The difference is about 11 L/100km.

A Class Saloon

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus LC Convertible offers clearly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 144 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LC Convertible is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mercedes A Class Saloon takes 4.8 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus LC Convertible is marginally faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Mercedes A Class Saloon tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus LC Convertible delivers a bit more torque with 530 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

A Class Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes A Class Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class Saloon is substantially lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 2,110 kg. The difference is around 660 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers considerably more boot space – 395 L compared to 149 L. That’s a difference of about 246 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries visibly more – 490 kg compared to 340 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon stands well ahead of its rival 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 £32,700
A Class Saloon

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 88 km
Lexus LC Convertible
Mercedes A Class Saloon

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Lexus LC Convertible

The Lexus LC Convertible is a head-turning grand tourer that turns dramatic coupe styling into a luxurious open-top experience, delivering silk-smooth refinement whether you’re gliding along coastal roads or parked under city lights. It’s aimed at buyers who crave show-stopping looks and cosseting comfort over track-day aggression, marrying plush materials and effortless pace with just enough theatrical flair to make every arrival feel like an event.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon

The 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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Lexus LC Convertible
Mercedes A Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
117,300 - 121,300 £
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
11.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
275 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Trunk capacity
149 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
4,770 mm
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
1,350 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
340 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
530 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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