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Lexus LM vs Mercedes Marco Polo - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (250 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (110100 £ vs 57500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or Mercedes Marco Polo?

Lexus LM

Mercedes Marco Polo

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

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes Marco Polo has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 57500 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 110100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52657 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus LM manages with 7.20 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Mercedes Marco Polo with 7.40 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

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 LM has a minimal edge – offering 250 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes Marco Polo is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Lexus LM takes 8.70 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes Marco Polo performs somewhat better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Lexus LM tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Lexus LM offers clearly more seating capacity – 7 vs 4.

In curb weight, Lexus LM is hardly perceptible lighter – 2345 kg compared to 2450 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lexus LM offers to a small extent more room – 752 L compared to 670 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Marco Polo performs significantly better – up to 4630 L, which is about 3439 L more than the Lexus LM.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes Marco Polo a bit takes the win – 650 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Marco Polo is decisively ahead 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.

Lexus LM
Mercedes Marco Polo

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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

Lexus LM

The Lexus LM is a decadent, chauffeur-friendly people carrier that dresses up van practicality with yacht-like luxury and unmistakable Lexus polish. Inside it’s all about rear-seat pampering and serene refinement — perfect for buyers who want to arrive feeling like royalty, even if it’s not for the tightest budget or the smallest parking space.

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Mercedes Marco Polo

The Mercedes Marco Polo is a posh, travel-ready camper that blends van practicality with Mercedes comfort, turning long trips into glamping adventures rather than endurance tests. Clever interior packaging and sensible luxury make it a top pick for buyers who want the prestige of a star on the grille without losing everyday usefulness.

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Lexus LM
Mercedes Marco Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
110100 - 132000 £
Price
57500 - 82600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.20 L
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
163 g/km
co2
194 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2345 kg
Curb weight
2450 - 2545 kg
Trunk capacity
110 - 752 L
Trunk capacity
670 L
Length
5125 mm
Length
5140 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1928 mm
Height
1940 mm
Height
1975 mm
Max trunk capacity
752 - 1191 L
Max trunk capacity
4630 L
Payload
525 - 535 kg
Payload
555 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.70 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
190 km/h
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
184 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
2487 cm3
Engine capacity
1950 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Lexus LM have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.