Lexus RC 2014 vs Mercedes E class 2016
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engines: | 2.0 - 5.0 (petrol) | 2.0 - 3.0 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Mercedes E class is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 245 - 477 HP | 184 - 435 HP | |
| Torque: | 320 - 530 NM | 300 - 700 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.5 - 7.5 seconds | 4.4 - 8 seconds | |
| Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 - 12.3 | 5.0 - 7.3 | |
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Lexus RC petrol engines consumes on average 3.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than Mercedes E class. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 130 - 135 mm (5.1 - 5.3 inches) | 98 - 120 mm (3.9 - 4.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Lexus RC 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.70 m | 4.85 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.38 m | 1.43 m | |
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Lexus RC is smaller. Lexus RC is 15 cm shorter than the Mercedes E class, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Lexus RC is 5 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 423 litres | 425 litres | |
| Lexus RC has 2 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 12.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus RC is 1.3 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class, which means Lexus RC can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | ~ 2`216 | ~ 2`321 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 23 000 | 25 400 | |
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