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Toyota Land Cruiser vs Mercedes VLE comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 276 HP), boot space and price (72,000 £ vs 67,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Land Cruiser or Mercedes VLE?

Toyota Land Cruiser vs Mercedes VLE: Key differences

Toyota Land Cruiser

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  • markedly lighter
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Mercedes VLE

  • marginally cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Land Cruiser

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 marginally cheaper – starting at 67,700 £ , while the Toyota Land Cruiser costs 72,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,277 £.

VLE

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 VLE offers visibly more power – delivering 276 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes VLE is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.5 s, while the Toyota Land Cruiser takes 12.3 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Land Cruiser delivers somewhat more torque with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Land Cruiser

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, Toyota Land Cruiser is markedly lighter – 2,415 kg compared to 2,900 kg. The difference is around 485 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes VLE offers only slightly more boot space – 795 L compared to 742 L. That’s a difference of about 53 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Land Cruiser carries marginally more – 750 kg compared to 711 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 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
Toyota Land Cruiser
Mercedes VLE

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Toyota Land Cruiser

The Toyota Land Cruiser is the kind of SUV that makes you feel ready to abandon the map and take the long way home, with legendary go-anywhere capability wrapped in reassuringly solid build quality. Inside it's surprisingly comfortable and grown-up — a practical luxury for buyers who want reliability and presence rather than fleeting flash.

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Mercedes VLE

The Mercedes VLE is a spacious and versatile people carrier that pairs a calm, refined ride with a premium-feeling interior. It’s tailored for family and executive use, offering comfortable seating and practical versatility for everyday journeys.

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Toyota Land Cruiser
Mercedes VLE

Costs and Consumption

Price
72,000 - 79,700 £
Price
67,700 - 92,200 £
Consumption L/100km
10.6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 20.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
657 - 707 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
278 - 282 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,415 - 2,450 kg
Curb weight
2,900 - 3,161 kg
Trunk capacity
143 - 742 L
Trunk capacity
795 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,999 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
685 - 750 kg
Payload
497 - 711 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
205 HP
Power HP
276 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
151 kW
Power kW
203 kW
Engine capacity
2,755 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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