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Lexus RC vs Mercedes S Class - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (464 HP vs 802 HP), boot space and price (82300 £ vs 97200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Mercedes S Class?
RC
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Lexus RC has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 82300 £ , while the Mercedes S Class costs 97200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14842 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes S Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.80 L. The difference is about 9.50 L per 100 km.
S Class
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes S Class has a convincingly edge – offering 802 HP compared to 464 HP. That’s roughly 338 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S Class is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Lexus RC takes 4.30 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Lexus RC performs barely noticeable better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Mercedes S Class tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes S Class pulls clearly stronger with 1430 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 910 Nm difference.
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RC
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.
Seats: Mercedes S Class offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Lexus RC is noticeable lighter – 1715 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 355 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes S Class offers noticeable more room – 550 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 184 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes S Class evident takes the win – 730 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the Mercedes S Class shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
from about £97,200
Mercedes S Class
Lexus RC
Mercedes S Class
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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 S Class
The Mercedes S-Class wraps peerless comfort, whisper-quiet luxury and subtle tech wizardry into a chauffeur-ready package that still knows how to engage the driver. It’s the car for buyers who want to arrive relaxed, be taken seriously and occasionally enjoy a grin when the road reminds them this limousine can dance.
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Lexus RC
Mercedes S Class
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
82300 - 101500 £
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Price
97200 - 204400 £
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Consumption L/100km
11.80 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 13.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
31 - 117 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
10.40 kWh
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co2
268 g/km
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co2
52 - 301 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
65 - 76 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
3
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1715 kg
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Curb weight
2070 - 2650 kg
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Trunk capacity
366 L
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Trunk capacity
325 - 550 L
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Length
4710 mm
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Length
5179 - 5469 mm
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Width
1845 mm
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Width
1921 - 1954 mm
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Height
1390 mm
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Height
1503 - 1515 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
535 kg
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Payload
420 - 730 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
464 HP
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Power HP
336 - 802 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.9 s
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Max Speed
270 km/h
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Torque
520 Nm
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Torque
500 - 1430 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 12
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Power kW
341 kW
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Power kW
247 - 590 kW
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Engine capacity
4969 cm3
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Engine capacity
2989 - 5980 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2021 - 2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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What drive types are available for the Lexus RC?
The Lexus RC is offered with Rear-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.