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Lexus NX vs Mercedes E-Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (46,000 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Mercedes E-Class Estate?

Lexus NX vs Mercedes E-Class Estate: Key differences

Lexus NX

4.8 (15 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

NX

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.

Lexus NX is slightly cheaper – starting at 46,000 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class Estate costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,604 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class Estate uses 1.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus NX with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers visibly more range – reaching up to 109 km, about 37 km more than the Lexus NX.

E-Class Estate

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 E-Class Estate offers significantly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 293 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class Estate is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Lexus NX takes 6.4 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

NX

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus NX is only slightly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers slightly more boot space – 615 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries clearly more – 645 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class Estate is clearly superior 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 £52,600
E-Class Estate

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 97 - 109 km
Lexus NX
Mercedes E-Class Estate

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus NX

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 E-Class Estate

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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Lexus NX
Mercedes E-Class Estate

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
72 km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
65 - 134 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 515 kg
Payload
540 - 645 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

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