Compare performance (371 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Mercedes GLB?
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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes GLB is clearly cheaper – starting at 43,200 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,103 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers considerably more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 564 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 Lexus RX offers marginally more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers only slightly more torque with 551 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 36 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 GLB is a bit lighter – 1,840 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLB 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 Lexus RX carries slightly more – 620 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.
The Mercedes GLB is clearly superior 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 GLB is a practical compact SUV that mixes boxy, family-friendly space with premium German polish, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want usefulness without pretension. It drives with a confident, composed feel and somehow manages to look both rugged and refined — the grown-up SUV that still likes to have fun.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
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Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 km
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Electric Range
431 - 631 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
0 - 138 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
SUV
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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
1,840 - 2,280 kg
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Trunk capacity
461 L
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Trunk capacity
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
1,861 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
485 - 505 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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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
Reduction 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
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 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
280 - 515 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
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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