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Lexus NX vs Mercedes GLC - Differences and prices compared

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?

Lexus NX

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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Mercedes GLC

3.9 (6 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

NX

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

GLC

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 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.

NX

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, 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.

Who wins the race?

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.

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GLC

Mercedes GLC

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 12 - 714 km
Lexus NX
Mercedes GLC

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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 GLC

3.9 (6 Reviews)
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The Mercedes GLC blends plush cabin comfort and composed road manners into an SUV that feels more grown-up than it looks. It won’t shout for attention, but will quietly please buyers who want refinement, usable space and a touch of luxury without the drama.

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Lexus NX
Mercedes GLC

Costs and Consumption

Price
46000 - 64300 £
Price
50300 - 126600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
72 km
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
65 - 134 g/km
co2
0 - 225 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1805 - 2065 kg
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
4660 mm
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Height
1670 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1436 L
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Payload
475 - 515 kg
Payload
475 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
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
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
179 - 227 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
2487 cm3
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
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 shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.