Mercedes-Benz GLB vs Lexus NX

The Mercedes-Benz GLB starts from $63,900 before on-road costs, while the Lexus NX opens at $59,900. That makes the Lexus NX the more affordable entry point by $4,000.

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 $70,290 and $65,890 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the Mercedes-Benz GLB and Lexus NX hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 92% for the Mercedes-Benz GLB and 91% for the Lexus NX.

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 7 in the Mercedes-Benz GLB and 8 in the Lexus NX.

The Mercedes-Benz GLB features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Lexus NX gets a 9.8-inch display and 8-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Mercedes-Benz GLB stands out with heated front seats that you will not find on the Lexus NX. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Mercedes-Benz GLB uses a Petrol producing 120kW and 270Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.4 seconds.

The Lexus NX responds with a Petrol making 152kW and 243Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9 seconds.

The Lexus NX has the clear power advantage at 152kW vs 120kW. In the real-world sprint, the Lexus NX is 0.4s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Mercedes-Benz GLB measures 4,634mm long on a 2,829mm wheelbase, 26mm shorter than the Lexus NX at 4,660mm (2,690mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mercedes-Benz GLB generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 570L in the Mercedes-Benz GLB and 520L in the Lexus NX, giving the Mercedes-Benz GLB a 50L advantage. The Mercedes-Benz GLB seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Lexus NX leads with a 1,650kg braked capacity vs 1,600kg. That 50kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,138/year for the Mercedes-Benz GLB and $1,967/year for the Lexus NX. That is a $171 annual difference in favour of the Lexus NX.

Estimated annual total: $2,138 (Mercedes-Benz GLB) vs $1,967 (Lexus NX). The Lexus NX saves you roughly $171 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

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