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Lexus RX vs Mercedes GLC – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Lexus RX meets Mercedes GLC.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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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 63500 £. That’s a price difference of around 13187 £.

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

As for range, the Mercedes GLC performs significantly better – achieving up to 714 km, about 646 km more than the Lexus RX.

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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 @ Lexus / Toyota Motor Corporation

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 comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes GLC shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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GLC @ Mercedes-Benz Group Media

Mercedes GLC

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 12 - 714 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 GLC

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The Mercedes GLC blends plush cabin comfort and composed road manners into an SUV that feels more grown-up than it looks. It won’t shout for attention, but will quietly please buyers who want refinement, usable space and a touch of luxury without the drama.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
63500 - 84700 £
Price
50300 - 126600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
25 - 182 g/km
co2
0 - 225 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 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
1910 - 2535 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
4890 mm
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1678 L
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
475 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 371 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
184 - 273 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
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.