Lexus RX 2016 vs Mercedes GLC 2015
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 238 HP | 211 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds | |
| Lexus RX engine produces 27 HP more power than Mercedes GLC, the torque is the same for both cars. Despite the higher power, Lexus RX reaches 100 km/h speed 2.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.9 | 7.1 | |
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The Mercedes GLC is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus RX consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes GLC, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus RX could require 120 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 910 km in combined cycle | 920 km in combined cycle | |
| 1070 km on highway | 1040 km on highway | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 200 mm (7.9 inches) | 123 mm (4.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Lexus RX 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 | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Lexus IS, Lexus GS, Lexus NX | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes B 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 2015 2.0 engine: This engine is economical for its power output but has several notable weaknesses. Problems with variable valve timing regulators (phasors) are common, often requiring attention due to malfunctions. The timing ... More about Mercedes GLC 2015 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.89 m | 4.66 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.71 m | 1.64 m | |
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Lexus RX is larger. Lexus RX is 23 cm longer than the Mercedes GLC, width is practically the same , while the height of Lexus RX is 7 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 553 litres | 550 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1600 litres | |
| Lexus RX has 3 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes GLC. | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11.8 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`575 | 2`400 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | high | |
| Average price (€): | 30 000 | no data | |
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