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Lexus RX vs Mercedes GLA – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Lexus RX or Mercedes GLA fits your lifestyle better.

Lexus RX

Mercedes GLA

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes GLA has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38800 £, while the Lexus RX costs 63500 £. That’s a price difference of around 24678 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus RX manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes GLA with 2.90 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes GLA performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 74 km, about 6 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 GLA has a a bit edge – offering 421 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.30 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.20 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Lexus RX tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lexus RX pulls barely noticeable stronger with 551 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 51 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLA is clearly perceptible lighter – 1570 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 470 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lexus RX offers barely noticeable more room – 461 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Lexus RX performs somewhat better – up to 1678 L, which is about 248 L more than the Mercedes GLA.

When it comes to payload, Lexus RX somewhat takes the win – 620 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Lexus RX proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lexus RX is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Lexus RX
Mercedes GLA

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RX @ Lexus / Toyota Motor Corporation

Lexus RX

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 371 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 68 km

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 GLA

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The Mercedes GLA blends Mercedes style with compact crossover practicality, looking sharper than its size suggests while still feeling purposeful around town. Inside it serves up premium materials and tech-forward ergonomics, and the composed ride makes it an appealing pick for buyers who want luxury wrapped in a city-friendly package with a wink of adventurous spirit.

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Lexus RX
Mercedes GLA
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Costs and Consumption

Price
63500 - 84700 £
Price
38800 - 75300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
74 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
25 - 182 g/km
co2
66 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1570 - 1810 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Length
4890 mm
Length
4412 - 4443 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1834 - 1849 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1590 - 1616 mm
Max trunk capacity
1678 L
Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
480 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 371 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
184 - 273 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Lexus RX offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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