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Lexus LM vs Mercedes Vito Transporter comparison

Compare performance (206 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (110,100 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or Mercedes Vito Transporter?

Lexus LM vs Mercedes Vito Transporter: Key differences

Lexus LM

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Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • visibly 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 Vito Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 110,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 81,360 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Vito Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Lexus LM with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Vito 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 Mercedes Vito Transporter offers somewhat more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 206 HP. That’s roughly 31 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 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Transporter is visibly lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 429 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries visibly more – 884 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 349 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter 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 £28,800
Vito Transporter

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 304 - 474 km
Lexus LM
Mercedes Vito 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 Vito Transporter

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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Lexus LM
Mercedes Vito Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
110,100 - 132,000 £
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
160 g/km
co2
0 - 222 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Payload
525 - 535 kg
Payload
547 - 884 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
206 HP
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
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Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Torque
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Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
152 kW
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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