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Lexus LM vs Mercedes V Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (250 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (110100 £ vs 48200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or Mercedes V Class?

Lexus LM

Mercedes V Class

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

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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 V Class has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 48200 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 110100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61978 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes V Class manages with 7.10 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Lexus LM with 7.20 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

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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 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 V Class is somewhat 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 V Class performs slightly better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Lexus LM tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

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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 somewhat more seating capacity – 7 vs 6.

In curb weight, Mercedes V Class is slight lighter – 2192 kg compared to 2345 kg. The difference is around 153 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes V Class offers convincingly more room – 1410 L compared to 752 L. That’s a difference of about 658 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes V Class performs clearly better – up to 5010 L, which is about 3819 L more than the Lexus LM.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes V Class clearly takes the win – 908 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 373 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes V Class is far ahead overall 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 V Class

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from about £48,200
V Class

Mercedes V Class

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.1 - 10.2 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 V Class

The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.

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Lexus LM
Mercedes V Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
110100 - 132000 £
Price
48200 - 83300 £
Consumption L/100km
7.20 L
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
163 g/km
co2
187 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
6
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2345 kg
Curb weight
2192 - 2464 kg
Trunk capacity
110 - 752 L
Trunk capacity
610 - 1410 L
Length
5125 mm
Length
4895 - 5370 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1928 mm
Height
1940 mm
Height
1901 - 1908 mm
Max trunk capacity
752 - 1191 L
Max trunk capacity
4200 - 5010 L
Payload
525 - 535 kg
Payload
636 - 908 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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
370 - 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 - 1999 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
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.