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Lexus RX vs Mercedes Vito Transporter – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Lexus RX or Mercedes Vito Transporter fits your lifestyle better.

Lexus RX

Mercedes Vito Transporter

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 Vito Transporter has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28800 £, while the Lexus RX costs 63500 £. That’s a price difference of around 34732 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus RX manages with 1.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.80 L. The difference is about 5.70 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes Vito Transporter performs convincingly better – achieving up to 474 km, about 406 km more than the Lexus RX.

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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 Lexus RX has a distinct edge – offering 371 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 134 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Lexus RX performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lexus RX pulls slight stronger with 551 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 51 Nm difference.

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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 Vito Transporter is minimal lighter – 1916 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 124 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Transporter performs significantly better – up to 6600 L, which is about 4922 L more than the Lexus RX.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes Vito Transporter evident takes the win – 884 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 264 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Lexus RX proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lexus RX is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Lexus RX
Mercedes Vito Transporter

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Lexus RX

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 371 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 68 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 Vito Transporter

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
63500 - 84700 £
Price
28800 - 51600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
25 - 182 g/km
co2
0 - 222 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1916 - 2518 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4890 mm
Length
4895 - 5390 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1928 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1910 - 1945 mm
Max trunk capacity
1678 L
Max trunk capacity
3100 - 6600 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
547 - 884 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 371 HP
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
184 - 273 kW
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3

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

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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.

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