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Lexus LM vs Mercedes Marco Polo comparison

Compare performance (206 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (110,100 £ vs 57,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or Mercedes Marco Polo?

Lexus LM vs Mercedes Marco Polo: Key differences

Lexus LM

  • very slightly more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
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Mercedes Marco Polo

  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

LM

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes Marco Polo is considerably cheaper – starting at 57,500 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 110,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52,657 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus LM uses 7.1 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mercedes Marco Polo with 7.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Marco Polo

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers slightly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 206 HP. That’s roughly 31 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes Marco Polo is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Lexus LM takes 8.7 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Lexus LM offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus LM is very slightly lighter – 2,345 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries slightly more – 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 holds a solid overall lead 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 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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
110,100 - 132,000 £
Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
160 g/km
co2
194 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
670 L
Length
-
Length
5,140 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
1,975 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
4,630 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
206 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
152 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Lexus LM?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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