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Lexus RX vs Mercedes GLE comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 634 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 76,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Mercedes GLE?

Lexus RX vs Mercedes GLE: Key differences

Lexus RX

  • markedly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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Mercedes GLE

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 is markedly cheaper – starting at 63,300 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 76,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,970 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus RX with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLE offers substantially more range – reaching up to 114 km, about 47 km more than the Lexus RX.

GLE

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLE offers significantly more power – delivering 634 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 263 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers visibly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 299 Nm more.

RX

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Lexus RX is a bit lighter – 2,040 kg compared to 2,310 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers noticeably more boot space – 655 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 194 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries somewhat more – 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 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.

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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/100km
  • Electric Range : 89 - 114 km
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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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Mercedes GLE

Costs and Consumption
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
76,300 - 175,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
89 - 114 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
53 - 284 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
2,310 - 2,800 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Length
-
Length
4,924 - 4,961 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,947 mm
Height
-
Height
1,716 - 1,797 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,645 - 2,055 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
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 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
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Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
213 - 466 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
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.

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