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Lexus NX vs Mercedes C-Class Wagon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (309 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (46000 £ vs 42400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Mercedes C-Class Wagon?

Lexus NX

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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Mercedes C-Class Wagon

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes C-Class Wagon has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42400 £, while the Lexus NX costs 46000 £. That’s a price difference of around 3586 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Lexus NX with 2.90 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs noticeable better – achieving up to 112 km, about 40 km more than the Lexus NX.

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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 Wagon has a convincingly 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 Wagon is significantly 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 Wagon performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Lexus NX tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Wagon is hardly perceptible lighter – 1755 kg compared to 1805 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lexus NX offers slightly more room – 545 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs slight better – up to 1510 L, which is about 74 L more than the Lexus NX.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Wagon barely noticeable takes the win – 565 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes C-Class Wagon proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes C-Class Wagon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £42,400
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Mercedes C-Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 11 - 112 km
Lexus NX
Mercedes C-Class Wagon

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Lexus NX

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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The Lexus NX wraps striking, chiseled styling around a cabin that feels more crafted living room than utility vehicle, with soft materials and user-friendly tech that give it genuine premium cachet. On the road it's composed and quietly confident, trading sporty pretensions for a refined, easygoing personality that will suit buyers who want luxury without fuss — with a little Lexus flair to make daily commutes feel special.

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Mercedes C-Class Wagon

The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
46000 - 64300 £
Price
42400 - 115300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
72 km
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
65 - 134 g/km
co2
11 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1805 - 2065 kg
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Length
4660 mm
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Height
1670 mm
Height
1454 - 1494 mm
Max trunk capacity
1436 L
Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
Payload
475 - 515 kg
Payload
440 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
244 - 309 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
179 - 227 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
2487 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Lexus NX offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus NX is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.