2024 Lexus NX 350h vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Review

Picture of the 2024 Lexus NX 350h

2024 Lexus
NX 350h

MSRP*: $43,465 to $49,605
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLB 250

MSRP*: $44,650 to $46,650
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MPG - City 41 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 37 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 ft3 62.0 ft3
Engine
  • 240-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 240 hp 221 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 183.5 in 182.4 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in
Front 40.7 in
Rear 39.3 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 than in the Lexus NX 350h, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus NX 350h.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lexus NX 350h as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). The Lexus NX 350h is somewhat more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Dimensions
The Lexus NX 350h is a little wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. When looking at overall length, the Lexus NX 350h takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Handling
The Lexus NX 350h has a larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Lexus NX 350h has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Powertrain
The Lexus NX 350h has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Lexus NX 350h has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, making the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Lexus NX 350h has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.