Compare performance (371 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Mercedes E Class?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Mercedes E Class is markedly cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,810 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E Class uses 1.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus RX with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes E Class offers clearly more range – reaching up to 116 km, about 49 km more than the Lexus RX.
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 E Class offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 214 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is substantially 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 E Class delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 199 Nm more.
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, Mercedes E Class is slightly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class carries barely more – 640 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
The Mercedes E Class stands well ahead of its rival 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 E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
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Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
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Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 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
101 - 116 km
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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
39 - 172 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
Sedan
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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
1,810 - 2,390 kg
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Trunk capacity
461 L
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,920 mm
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Width
1,880 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
530 - 640 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
207 - 371 HP
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 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
320 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
152 - 273 kW
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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