Compare performance (206 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (109,700 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or Mercedes Vito Bus?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes Vito Bus is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,300 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73,384 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Vito Bus uses 6.7 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Lexus LM with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.
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 Vito Bus offers moderately more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 206 HP. That’s roughly 31 HP more horsepower.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mercedes Vito Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 7.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Bus is somewhat lighter – 2,023 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 322 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers significantly more boot space – 1,390 L compared to 110 L. That’s a difference of about 1,280 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries clearly more – 1,077 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 542 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Bus is decisively ahead 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.
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 Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.
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Price
109,700 - 131,900 £
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Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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co2
160 g/km
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co2
0 - 228 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
MPV
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
4 - 7
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Seats
8
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,345 kg
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Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
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Trunk capacity
110 L
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
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Length
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Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
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Payload
525 - 535 kg
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Payload
726 - 1,077 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
206 HP
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
152 kW
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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