2025 Lexus NX 350 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

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2025 Lexus
NX 350

MSRP*: $44,725 to $50,790
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $49,250 to $51,250
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MPG - City 21 MPG 23 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG 31 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 ft3 56.3 ft3
Engine
  • 275-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 275 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 4,409 - 5,291 lbs
Exterior Length 183.5 in 185.7 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
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Head Room Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 39.6 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lexus NX 350 than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Lexus NX 350 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Convenience
With the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Lexus NX 350, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Lexus NX 350 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus NX 350 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Lexus NX 350 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Handling
The Lexus NX 350 has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is clearly the choice over the Lexus NX 350 for pulling heavy loads. The Lexus NX 350 has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Lexus NX 350 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Lexus NX 350 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Lexus NX 350 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.