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Lexus LS vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or Mercedes C-Class Saloon?

Lexus LS vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon: Key differences

Lexus LS

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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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 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 C-Class Saloon is considerably cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 70,952 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon uses 4.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 5.1 L/100km.

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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 Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 359 HP. That’s roughly 321 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Lexus LS takes 5.5 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Saloon is clearly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 650 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers only slightly more boot space – 455 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries markedly more – 570 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon 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.

from £41,300
C-Class Saloon

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 11 km
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Lexus LS

The Lexus LS is a quietly opulent flagship that wraps cutting-edge tech in a calm, Zen-like cabin, turning gridlock into a spa appointment. Buyers after polished refinement and faultless build quality will love its hushed ride and diplomatic road manners, even if it never cries out for attention.

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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
216 g/km
co2
119 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
485 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Lexus LS have?

The Lexus LS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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