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Lexus RZ vs Mercedes C Class Sedan comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (48,900 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RZ or Mercedes C Class Sedan?

Lexus RZ vs Mercedes C Class Sedan: Key differences

Lexus RZ

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  • substantially more electric range
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Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • somewhat cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes C Class Sedan is somewhat cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Lexus RZ costs 48,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,617 £.

As for electric range, the Lexus RZ offers substantially more range – reaching up to 559 km, about 548 km more than the Mercedes C Class Sedan.

C Class Sedan

Engine and Performance:

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 Mercedes C Class Sedan offers markedly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 272 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Lexus RZ takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers clearly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 538 Nm. That’s about 482 Nm more.

RZ

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes C Class Sedan is a bit lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 300 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Sedan carries marginally more – 570 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Sedan sits just 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 £41,300
C Class Sedan

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 11 km
Lexus RZ
Mercedes C Class Sedan

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Lexus RZ

The Lexus RZ brings Lexus' trademark quiet luxury to the electric SUV world, wrapping poised handling and a plush, well-crafted cabin in a calm, composed package. It won't shout about raw figures — instead it trades headline numbers for smooth power delivery, fuss-free tech and an effortless refinement that will suit buyers who want electric convenience without losing the luxury experience.

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Mercedes C Class Sedan

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Lexus RZ
Mercedes C Class Sedan

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,900 - 67,500 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
457 - 559 km
Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
119 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,995 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 540 kg
Payload
485 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
227 - 408 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
269 - 538 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
167 - 300 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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