Compare performance (371 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 33,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Mercedes B Class?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes B Class is significantly cheaper – starting at 33,100 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,171 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.
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 Lexus RX offers visibly more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 133 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.5 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers clearly more torque with 551 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 151 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes B Class is substantially lighter – 1,405 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 635 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers very slightly more boot space – 461 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries slightly more – 620 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
The Lexus RX is far ahead 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.
The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.
detailsThe Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
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Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
67 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
75 - 183 g/km
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co2
133 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
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Curb weight
1,405 - 1,565 kg
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Trunk capacity
461 L
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Trunk capacity
445 - 455 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,920 mm
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Width
1,796 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
575 - 620 kg
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Payload
515 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
207 - 371 HP
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
551 Nm
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Torque
200 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
152 - 273 kW
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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