Compare performance (309 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (46000 £ vs 50300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Mercedes GLC?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Lexus NX has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46000 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4299 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC 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 electric range, the Mercedes GLC performs convincingly better – achieving up to 714 km, about 642 km more than the Lexus NX.
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 GLC has a clearly 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 GLC is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Lexus NX takes 6.30 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs noticeable better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Lexus NX tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.
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, Lexus NX is barely noticeable lighter – 1805 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers a bit more room – 620 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs to a small extent better – up to 1740 L, which is about 304 L more than the Lexus NX.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC a bit takes the win – 600 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.
The Mercedes GLC proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLC 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.
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Price
46000 - 64300 £
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Price
50300 - 126600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
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Electric Range
72 km
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
65 - 134 g/km
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co2
0 - 225 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1910 - 2535 kg
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Trunk capacity
545 L
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Length
4660 mm
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Length
4716 - 4845 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1890 - 1913 mm
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Height
1670 mm
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Height
1603 - 1647 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1436 L
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
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Payload
475 - 515 kg
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Payload
475 - 600 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, Electric
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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, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
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
3.5 - 9 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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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
1991 - 2989 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
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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.