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Lexus RX vs Mercedes C-Class Sedan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (371 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (63500 £ vs 41200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Mercedes C-Class Sedan?

Lexus RX

Mercedes C-Class Sedan

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes C-Class Sedan has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41200 £, while the Lexus RX costs 63500 £. That’s a price difference of around 22348 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus RX manages with 1.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mercedes C-Class Sedan with 1.60 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs clearly better – achieving up to 117 km, about 49 km more than the Lexus RX.

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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 C-Class Sedan has a clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 309 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.20 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs noticeable better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Lexus RX tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Sedan pulls decisively stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 469 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Sedan is distinct lighter – 1695 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 345 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lexus RX offers minimal more room – 461 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

When it comes to payload, Lexus RX slight takes the win – 620 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes C-Class Sedan proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes C-Class Sedan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £41,200
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Mercedes C-Class Sedan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 11 - 117 km
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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 Sedan

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
63500 - 84700 £
Price
41200 - 103100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
11 - 117 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
25 - 182 g/km
co2
41 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1695 - 2195 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Length
4890 mm
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1438 - 1458 mm
Max trunk capacity
1678 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
480 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 371 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
184 - 273 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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Is the Lexus RX offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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