Compare performance (371 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Mercedes Vito Bus?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes Vito Bus is significantly cheaper – starting at 36,300 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,970 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Bus with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers considerably more range – reaching up to 370 km, about 303 km more than the Lexus RX.
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 Lexus RX offers markedly more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 134 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers barely more torque with 551 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 51 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes Vito Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Bus is very slightly lighter – 2,023 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 17 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers substantially more boot space – 1,390 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 929 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries substantially more – 1,077 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 457 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Bus holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
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Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 km
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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co2
75 - 183 g/km
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co2
0 - 228 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
8
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
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Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
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Trunk capacity
461 L
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
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Width
1,920 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
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Payload
575 - 620 kg
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Payload
726 - 1,077 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
207 - 371 HP
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Torque
551 Nm
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
152 - 273 kW
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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