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Lexus RX vs Mercedes C-Class EQ comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 489 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 58,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Mercedes C-Class EQ?

Lexus RX vs Mercedes C-Class EQ: Key differences

Lexus RX

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  • visibly lighter
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Mercedes C-Class EQ

  • only slightly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

RX

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes C-Class EQ is only slightly cheaper – starting at 58,000 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,262 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes C-Class EQ offers considerably more range – reaching up to 753 km, about 686 km more than the Lexus RX.

C-Class EQ

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 C-Class EQ offers markedly more power – delivering 489 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 118 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class EQ is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class EQ delivers visibly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 249 Nm more.

RX

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RX is visibly lighter – 2,040 kg compared to 2,460 kg. The difference is around 420 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C-Class EQ offers only slightly more boot space – 470 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries a bit more – 620 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class EQ is decisively ahead 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 £58,000
C-Class EQ

Mercedes C-Class EQ

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 489 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.3 - 15.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 706 - 753 km
Lexus RX
Mercedes C-Class EQ

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Lexus RX

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.

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Mercedes C-Class EQ

The Mercedes C‑Class EQ blends the familiar poise and luxury of the C‑Class with Mercedes' EQ electric ethos, delivering a quietly refined and modern driving experience. Inside, it pairs upscale materials and tech-forward touches with a composed ride that suits both city commuting and longer journeys.

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Lexus RX
Mercedes C-Class EQ

Costs and Consumption

Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
58,000 - 67,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
706 - 753 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
2,460 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,892 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Power HP
489 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
551 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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