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Lexus LM vs Mercedes V Class comparison

Compare performance (206 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (110,100 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or Mercedes V Class?

Lexus LM vs Mercedes V Class: Key differences

Lexus LM

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Mercedes V Class

  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

LM

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 V Class is clearly cheaper – starting at 48,200 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 110,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61,978 £.

Both cars consume an average of 7.1 L/100km – no difference here.

V Class

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 Mercedes V Class 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 V Class is somewhat 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 6.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes V Class is only slightly lighter – 2,192 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 153 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries significantly more – 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.

from £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/100km
Lexus LM
Mercedes V Class

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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 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
110,100 - 132,000 £
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
160 g/km
co2
187 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
6
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
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
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
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Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
370 - 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 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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