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Lexus RC vs Mercedes EQE SUV comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 71,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Mercedes EQE SUV?

Lexus RC vs Mercedes EQE SUV: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes EQE SUV

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  • slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

RC

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes EQE SUV is slightly cheaper – starting at 71,600 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,775 £.

EQE SUV

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 EQE SUV offers clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 464 HP. That’s roughly 161 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE SUV is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Lexus RC takes 4.3 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus RC is moderately faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Mercedes EQE SUV tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQE SUV delivers substantially more torque with 950 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm more.

RC

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: Mercedes EQE SUV offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RC is clearly lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,440 kg. The difference is around 725 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQE SUV offers markedly more boot space – 520 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 154 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQE SUV carries marginally more – 580 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQE SUV 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 £71,600
EQE SUV

Mercedes EQE SUV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 265 - 625 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.3 - 23.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 453 - 611 km
Lexus RC
Mercedes EQE SUV

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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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Mercedes EQE SUV

The Mercedes EQE SUV wraps silent electric power in a sumptuous, tech-filled shell, offering a cocoon-like cabin that makes long journeys feel indulgent. It’s not a driver's toy but a sophisticated cruiser for buyers who want luxury, space and futuristic gadgetry without shouting for attention.

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Lexus RC
Mercedes EQE SUV

Costs and Consumption

Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
71,600 - 125,100 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 23.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
453 - 611 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
co2
268 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
2,440 - 2,615 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
4,863 - 4,879 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,940 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
1,672 - 1,685 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,675 L
Payload
535 kg
Payload
505 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
265 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Torque
520 Nm
Torque
550 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
195 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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