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Lexus RX vs Mercedes GLC - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (371 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (63300 £ vs 50300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Mercedes GLC?
RX
Costs and Efficiency:
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 GLC has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50300 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12973 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Lexus RX with 3.30 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC performs significantly better – achieving up to 714 km, about 647 km more than the Lexus RX.
GLC
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLC has a decisively 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 GLC is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.20 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs evident better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Lexus RX tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls significantly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 469 Nm difference.
RX
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes GLC is barely noticeable lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 130 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers clearly perceptible more room – 620 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 159 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1740 L, which is about 62 L more than the Lexus RX.
When it comes to payload, Lexus RX barely noticeable takes the win – 620 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes GLC 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.
Lexus RX
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from about £50,300
Mercedes GLC
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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Lexus RX
Mercedes GLC
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
63300 - 84700 £
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Price
50300 - 126600 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
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Electric Range
67 km
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
75 - 182 g/km
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co2
0 - 225 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
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Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
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Trunk capacity
461 L
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Length
4890 mm
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Length
4716 - 4845 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1890 - 1913 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1603 - 1647 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1678 L
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
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Payload
575 - 620 kg
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Payload
475 - 600 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, Electric
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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, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
207 - 371 HP
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
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Torque
551 Nm
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Torque
320 - 1020 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 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Is the Lexus RX offered with different drivetrains?
The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.