Lexus LX vs Mercedes-Benz GLC

The Lexus LX starts from $172,900 before on-road costs, while the Mercedes-Benz GLC opens at $89,900. That makes the Mercedes-Benz GLC the more affordable entry point by $83,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $190,190 and $98,890 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Mercedes-Benz GLC by roughly $8,835 in fuel alone.

Both the Lexus LX and Mercedes-Benz GLC hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Lexus LX packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Mercedes-Benz GLC.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Lexus LX and 9 in the Mercedes-Benz GLC. The Lexus LX adds a 360-degree camera that the Mercedes-Benz GLC misses.

The Lexus LX features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, while the Mercedes-Benz GLC gets a 11.9-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Lexus LX stands out with heated front seats, ventilated seats and Mark Levinson audio that you will not find on the Mercedes-Benz GLC. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Lexus LX uses a Petrol producing 305kW and 650Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a 4WD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.7 seconds.

The Mercedes-Benz GLC responds with a Petrol making 150kW and 300Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.2 seconds.

The Lexus LX has the clear power advantage at 305kW vs 150kW. In the real-world sprint, the Lexus LX is 1.5s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Lexus LX measures 5,095mm long on a 2,850mm wheelbase, 379mm longer than the Mercedes-Benz GLC at 4,716mm (2,888mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mercedes-Benz GLC generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 487L in the Lexus LX and 600L in the Mercedes-Benz GLC, giving the Mercedes-Benz GLC a 113L advantage. The Lexus LX seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Lexus LX leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. That 1,500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $3,819/year for the Lexus LX and $2,052/year for the Mercedes-Benz GLC. That is a $1,767 annual difference in favour of the Mercedes-Benz GLC.

Estimated annual total: $3,819 (Lexus LX) vs $2,052 (Mercedes-Benz GLC). The Mercedes-Benz GLC saves you roughly $1,767 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 4 years / 100,000km (Lexus LX) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mercedes-Benz GLC). The Mercedes-Benz GLC has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: 4yr (Lexus LX)—.