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Lexus ES 350e vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Two saloon cars at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is £1,350 cheaper than the Lexus ES 350e (£57,995 against £59,345).
- The Mercedes-Benz C-Class goes further: about 340 miles against 245 in typical real-world driving.
- The Mercedes-Benz C-Class charges faster from 10% to 80%: about 22 minutes against 29.
- The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is more efficient (3.6 against 3.4 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the bigger boot: 571 litres against 517.
Side by side
| Lexus ES 350e | Mercedes-Benz C-Class 400 4MATIC (electric saloon) | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £59,345 | £57,995 |
| Real-world range | 245 mi | 340 mi |
| Official WLTP range | 361 mi | 473 mi |
| Cold motorway range | 180 mi | 250 mi |
| Efficiency | 3.4 mi/kWh | 3.6 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 72 kWh | 94 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 150 kW | up to 330 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 29 min | 22 min |
| AC charging | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Boot | 517 L | 571 L |
| Towing (braked) | – | 1,800 kg |
| Length | 5,140 mm | 4,883 mm |
| 0–62 mph | 8 s | 4 s |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
| V2L | No | Announced |
| Electric Car Grant | Not listed | Not listed |
| Brand warranty | 10 years | Check |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: Lexus ES 350e and Mercedes-Benz C-Class 400 4MATIC (electric saloon). Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the Lexus ES 350e or the Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is £1,350 cheaper than the Lexus ES 350e (£57,995 against £59,345).
Which has the longer range, the Lexus ES 350e or the Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class goes further: about 340 miles against 245 in typical real-world driving.
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