Lexus NX vs Mercedes-Benz V-Class

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Lexus NX
Lexus NX

$56,990 - $103,598

2025 price

Mercedes-Benz V-Class
Mercedes-Benz V-Class

2018 price

Summary

2025 Lexus NX
2018 Mercedes-Benz V-Class
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Inline 4, 2.5L

Diesel Turbo 4, 2.1L
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded/Electric

Diesel
Fuel Efficiency
1.3L/100km (combined)

6.3L/100km (combined)
Seating
5

7
Dislikes
  • Misses out on a few items for a flagship model
  • Not as flashy inside as rivals
  • Plug-in hybrid powertrain won't win over everyone

  • No rear cup-holders
  • No AEB
  • Engine lacks some punch
2025 Lexus NX Summary

The Lexus NX 450h+ F Sport is a well-specified and plush-looking medium SUV that has a plug-in hybrid powertrain - a first for the brand.

On paper, it seems to tick the boxes for size, luxury and efficiency but we've been testing the flagship grade to see if it's a winning combo in real life.

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2018 Mercedes-Benz V-Class Summary

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class van isn’t made for ferrying parcels from point to point. No, even though it is based on the Vito courier van, the V-Class is all about human cargo.

And let’s be clear, here: we’re not talking about chucking people in the back and hoping they get to their destination without cracks or breakages. This is a luxury van made to move people in comfort and style, with all the trimmings you’d expect of a vehicle bearing the three-pointed star badge.

So, is it any good? I played hire-car driver to find out.

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2025 Lexus NX 2018 Mercedes-Benz V-Class

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