Lexus IS 2016 vs Mercedes C class 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.6 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Lexus IS) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mercedes C class) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 245 HP | 122 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7 seconds | 10 seconds | |
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Lexus IS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus IS engine produces 123 HP more power than Mercedes C class, whereas torque is 50 NM more than Mercedes C class. Thanks to more power Lexus IS reaches 100 km/h speed 3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.0 | 4.5 | |
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The Mercedes C class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus IS consumes 4.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus IS could require 675 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 41 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 730 km in combined cycle | 910 km in combined cycle | |
| 890 km on highway | 1020 km on highway | ||
| Mercedes C class gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | 92 mm (3.6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Lexus IS can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Lexus IS version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from two 4x4 versions of Lexus IS 2016 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.68 m | 4.69 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.43 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Lexus IS and Mercedes C class are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 306 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight: | 2`125 kg | 2`135 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`625 kg | 1`480 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 500 kg | 655 kg | |
| Lexus IS load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 31 procentiem less than Mercedes C class. Therefore, Mercedes C class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 16 200 | 24 000 | |
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