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Lexus RZ vs Mercedes-Benz GLC
Two electric SUVs 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 Lexus RZ is £1,500 cheaper than the Mercedes-Benz GLC (£53,995 against £55,495).
- The Mercedes-Benz GLC goes further: about 310 miles against 245 in typical real-world driving.
- The Mercedes-Benz GLC charges faster from 10% to 80%: about 23 minutes against 29.
- The Mercedes-Benz GLC is more efficient (3.6 against 3.5 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The Mercedes-Benz GLC has the bigger boot: 698 litres against 522.
Side by side
| Lexus RZ 350e 72 kWh | Mercedes-Benz GLC 250 (electric) | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £53,995 | £55,495 |
| Real-world range | 245 mi | 310 mi |
| Official WLTP range | 347 mi | 402 mi |
| Cold motorway range | 180 mi | 225 mi |
| Efficiency | 3.5 mi/kWh | 3.6 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 72 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 150 kW | up to 320 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 29 min | 23 min |
| AC charging | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Boot | 522 L | 698 L |
| Towing (braked) | 750 kg | 2,200 kg |
| Length | 4,805 mm | 4,845 mm |
| 0–62 mph | 7.5 s | 5.9 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 RZ 350e 72 kWh and Mercedes-Benz GLC 250 (electric). 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 RZ or the Mercedes-Benz GLC?
The Lexus RZ is £1,500 cheaper than the Mercedes-Benz GLC (£53,995 against £55,495).
Which has the longer range, the Lexus RZ or the Mercedes-Benz GLC?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC goes further: about 310 miles against 245 in typical real-world driving.
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