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Mercedes VLE vs Lexus LM comparison

Compare performance (276 HP vs 206 HP), boot space and price (67,700 £ vs 109,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes VLE or Lexus LM?

Mercedes VLE vs Lexus LM: Key differences

Mercedes VLE

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • significantly more trunk space
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Lexus LM

  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

VLE

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes VLE is clearly cheaper – starting at 67,700 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,000 £.

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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 VLE offers clearly more power – delivering 276 HP compared to 206 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LM is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.7 s, while the Mercedes VLE takes 9.5 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

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 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus LM is markedly lighter – 2,345 kg compared to 2,900 kg. The difference is around 555 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes VLE offers significantly more boot space – 795 L compared to 110 L. That’s a difference of about 685 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes VLE carries clearly more – 711 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 176 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes VLE is decisively ahead 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 £67,700
VLE

Mercedes VLE

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 276 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.6 - 20.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 657 - 707 km
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Costs and Consumption
Price
67,700 - 92,200 £
Price
109,700 - 131,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 20.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
657 - 707 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
4 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,900 - 3,161 kg
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
795 L
Trunk capacity
110 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,999 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
497 - 711 kg
Payload
525 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
276 HP
Power HP
206 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
400 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
203 kW
Power kW
152 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Lexus
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes VLE have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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