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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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 |
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Price
46000 - 64300 £
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Price
42400 - 115300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
72 km
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Electric Range
11 - 112 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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co2
65 - 134 g/km
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co2
11 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1805 - 2065 kg
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Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
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Trunk capacity
545 L
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Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
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Length
4660 mm
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Height
1670 mm
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Height
1454 - 1494 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1436 L
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Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
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Payload
475 - 515 kg
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Payload
440 - 565 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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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
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
244 - 309 HP
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
179 - 227 kW
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
2487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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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.