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Lexus LC Convertible vs Mercedes Marco Polo comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (117,300 £ vs 57,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LC Convertible or Mercedes Marco Polo?

Lexus LC Convertible vs Mercedes Marco Polo: Key differences

Lexus LC Convertible

  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Mercedes Marco Polo

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

LC Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Marco Polo is clearly cheaper – starting at 57,500 £ , while the Lexus LC Convertible costs 117,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59,857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Marco Polo uses 7.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus LC Convertible with 11.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

Marco Polo

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 Lexus LC Convertible offers significantly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 227 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LC Convertible is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus LC Convertible is a bit faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Mercedes Marco Polo tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus LC Convertible delivers marginally more torque with 530 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus LC Convertible is a bit lighter – 2,110 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 340 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers considerably more boot space – 670 L compared to 149 L. That’s a difference of about 521 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries substantially more – 650 kg compared to 340 kg. That’s a difference of about 310 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Marco Polo has only a minor advantage 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 £57,500
Marco Polo

Mercedes Marco Polo

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
117,300 - 121,300 £
Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Consumption L/100km
11.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
275 g/km
co2
194 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,110 kg
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Trunk capacity
149 L
Trunk capacity
670 L
Length
4,770 mm
Length
5,140 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
1,350 mm
Height
1,975 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Payload
340 kg
Payload
555 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Torque
530 Nm
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Lexus LC Convertible offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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