Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class vs Lexus NX300H

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Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class

2026 price

Lexus NX300H
Lexus NX300H

2022 price

Summary

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
2022 Lexus NX300H
Safety Rating

Engine Type

Inline 4, 2.5L
Fuel Type
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Premium Unleaded Petrol
Fuel Efficiency
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6.9L/100km (combined)
Seating
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5
Dislikes
  • Pricier than base-grade rivals
  • Costly servicing
  • Start/stop system can be annoying

  • Still some road noise
  • Some fiddly dashboard switchgear remain
  • Australian road tuning would make it even better
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Summary

Mercedes-Benz has brought back the entry-grade GLC200 and it's now the most affordable way into the sleek, mid-size luxury SUV.

But ‘entry-level’ doesn’t always mean ‘everyday friendly,’ so we’ve been family-testing it to see if it delivers that signature Benz comfort, quality and class without the premium sting.

The question is, does it offer enough substance and style to take on its high-profile rivals, the Audi Q5 and BMW X3?

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2022 Lexus NX300H Summary

One of the great, unsung success stories over the last few years has been the Lexus NX.

Out since 2014, it turned Toyota's ailing luxury brand around, connecting with buyers gravitating towards luxury midsized SUVs like the BMW X3, Audi Q5, Mercedes GLC and Volvo XC60. Today, no school run is complete without them!

Now there's an all-new one. And, as Lexus' bestseller by far, any new NX is a big deal. The recipe is much the same – including petrol, turbo and hybrid versions – but with fresher and better ingredients. Plus, there's also a new plug-in hybrid flagship to really shake things up.

Is it time to cancel your order for that German, British or Swedish luxury midsized SUV? Keep reading to find out...

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