Lexus NX 2014 vs Mercedes GLC 2015
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Lexus NX) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mercedes GLC) 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. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 238 HP | 204 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 500 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7 seconds | 7.6 seconds | |
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Lexus NX is more dynamic to drive. Lexus NX engine produces 34 HP more power than Mercedes GLC, but torque is 150 NM less than Mercedes GLC. Thanks to more power Lexus NX reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.8 | 5.5 | |
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The Mercedes GLC is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus NX consumes 4.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes GLC, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus NX could require 645 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 610 km in combined cycle | 900 km in combined cycle | |
| 710 km on highway | 980 km on highway | ||
| Mercedes GLC gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 185 mm (7.3 inches) | 123 mm (4.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Lexus NX 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 280'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mercedes GLC engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Lexus IS, Lexus RX, Lexus GS | Installed on at least 13 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes A klase | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes GLC might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mercedes GLC 2015 2.1 engine: The engine has a long service life if it is serviced on time and has reasonable fuel consumption. The most common problems are caused by the engine chain tensioner and the fuel delivery system. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.63 m | 4.66 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.65 m | 1.64 m | |
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Lexus NX is smaller, but slightly higher. Lexus NX is 3 cm shorter than the Mercedes GLC, 5 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 501 litres | 550 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1600 litres | 1600 litres | |
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Mercedes GLC has more luggage space. Lexus NX has 49 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes GLC. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 11.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus NX is 0.4 metres less than that of the Mercedes GLC, which means Lexus NX can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`359 | 2`500 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Mercedes GLC scores higher in safety tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | high | |
| Average price (€): | 24 200 | 21 800 | |
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