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Lexus LM vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (206 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (109,700 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

Lexus LM vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences

Lexus LM

  • only slightly more power
  • a bit more efficient
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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 82,766 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus LM uses 7.1 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Sprinter Transporter

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 Lexus LM offers only slightly more power – delivering 206 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

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.

Seats: Lexus LM offers more seats – 7 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is a bit lighter – 2,052 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 293 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries substantially more – 2,641 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,106 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter holds a decisive 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 £26,900
Sprinter Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 194 - 444 km
Lexus LM
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

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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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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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Lexus LM
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
109,700 - 131,900 £
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
160 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Trunk capacity
110 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
-
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Payload
525 - 535 kg
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
206 HP
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
90 km/h
Torque
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
152 kW
Power kW
84 - 150 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
A, G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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