Lexus NX vs Mercedes C-Class Sedan – Differences & prices compared

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

Costs and Efficiency: Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes C-Class Sedan has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41200 £, while the Lexus NX costs 46000 £. That’s a price difference of around 4862 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C-Class Sedan manages with 1.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Lexus NX with 2.90 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs distinct better – achieving up to 117 km, about 45 km more than the Lexus NX.

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 C-Class Sedan has a decisively edge – offering 680 HP compared to 309 HP. That’s roughly 371 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Lexus NX takes 6.30 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs evident better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Lexus NX tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan is slight lighter – 1695 kg compared to 1805 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lexus NX offers to a small extent more room – 545 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Sedan minimal takes the win – 570 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

All in all, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.