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Lexus LM vs Mercedes T Class comparison

Compare performance (206 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (109,700 £ vs 23,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or Mercedes T Class?

Lexus LM vs Mercedes T Class: Key differences

Lexus LM

  • visibly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes T Class

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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes T Class is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 86,747 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes T Class uses 5.1 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Lexus LM with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

T Class

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 LM offers visibly more power – delivering 206 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LM is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.7 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.6 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

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 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes T Class is substantially lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 789 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes T Class carries somewhat more – 630 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes T Class 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.

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T Class

Mercedes T Class

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Lexus LM
Mercedes T Class

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Dimensions and Body

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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 T Class

The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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Lexus LM
Mercedes T Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
109,700 - 131,900 £
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
160 g/km
co2
135 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Trunk capacity
110 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
525 - 535 kg
Payload
521 - 630 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
206 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
152 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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