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Lexus RX vs Mercedes GLE - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (371 HP vs 634 HP), boot space and price (63500 £ vs 76300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Mercedes GLE?

Lexus RX

Mercedes GLE

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

RX

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Lexus RX has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 63500 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 76300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12756 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus RX manages with 1.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes GLE with 2 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLE performs significantly better – achieving up to 114 km, about 46 km more than the Lexus RX.

GLE

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 GLE has a convincingly edge – offering 634 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 263 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.20 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLE performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Lexus RX tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLE pulls evident stronger with 850 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 299 Nm difference.

RX

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, Lexus RX is to a small extent lighter – 2040 kg compared to 2310 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers clearly perceptible more room – 655 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 194 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLE performs somewhat better – up to 2055 L, which is about 377 L more than the Lexus RX.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLE slightly takes the win – 705 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLE 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
Mercedes GLE

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GLE

Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 289 - 634 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 12.5 L
  • Electric Range : 89 - 114 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 GLE

The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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Lexus RX
Mercedes GLE

Costs and Consumption

Price
63500 - 84700 £
Price
76300 - 175800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
89 - 114 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
co2
25 - 182 g/km
co2
53 - 284 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 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
2310 - 2800 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Length
4890 mm
Length
4924 - 4961 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1947 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1716 - 1797 mm
Max trunk capacity
1678 L
Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
460 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 371 HP
Power HP
289 - 634 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
184 - 273 kW
Power kW
213 - 466 kW
Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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.