Lexus RX vs Mercedes-Benz EQB

The Lexus RX starts from $84,900 before on-road costs, while the Mercedes-Benz EQB opens at $84,900. Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.

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 $93,390 and $93,390 respectively.

The Mercedes-Benz EQB qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Lexus RX, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Lexus RX and Mercedes-Benz EQB hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 90% for the Lexus RX and 95% for the Mercedes-Benz EQB.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. Both models are evenly matched with 6 out of 10 key ADAS systems.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Lexus RX and 7 in the Mercedes-Benz EQB.

The Lexus RX features a 14-inch touchscreen, while the Mercedes-Benz EQB gets a 10.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Lexus RX stands out with head-up display, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats, power tailgate and Lexus Premium Sound audio that you will not find on the Mercedes-Benz EQB. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Lexus RX lines up producing 179kW and 221Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.7 seconds.

The Mercedes-Benz EQB counters with its electric setup making 140kW and 375Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.9 seconds.

The Lexus RX has the clear power advantage at 179kW vs 140kW. In the real-world sprint, the Lexus RX is 1.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Lexus RX measures 4,890mm long on a 2,850mm wheelbase, 206mm longer than the Mercedes-Benz EQB at 4,684mm (2,829mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Lexus RX generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 612L in the Lexus RX and 495L in the Mercedes-Benz EQB, giving the Lexus RX a 117L advantage. The Mercedes-Benz EQB seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Mercedes-Benz EQB leads with a 1,800kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 300kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

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