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Lexus RX vs Mercedes GLS comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 404 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 92,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Mercedes GLS?

Lexus RX vs Mercedes GLS: Key differences

Lexus RX

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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mercedes GLS

  • barely more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 substantially cheaper – starting at 63,300 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,362 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.6 L/100km.

GLS

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 GLS offers barely more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers visibly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 199 Nm more.

RX

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes GLS offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RX is visibly lighter – 2,040 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 540 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers clearly more boot space – 461 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 106 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries noticeably more – 820 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 200 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RX is far ahead 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.

from £63,300
RX

Lexus RX

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 207 - 371 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 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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Angelo Ponte
16 May 2026, 14:16:35

Tried as a replacement car. The driving pleasure and comfort are unmatched by Alfa.

Mercedes GLS

The GLS — usually just called the GLS — is Mercedes' flagship SUV, wrapping limousine-like comfort and commanding road presence into a smart, family-ready package. It pampers occupants with a hushed cabin, premium materials and intuitive tech, while still managing to feel confident and a little indulgent on the daily commute.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
206 - 226 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
2,580 - 2,670 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
810 - 820 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, 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
336 - 404 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
551 Nm
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
247 - 297 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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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