Compare Lexus RX Hybrid vs Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Engine

3.5L V6 Hybrid

Engine

3.5L V6 Gas

Transmission

Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)

Transmission

7-Speed Automatic

Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

Rear-Wheel Drive

Fuel Economy

City: 31 MPG

Hwy: 28 MPG

Fuel Economy

City: 18 MPG

Hwy: 24 MPG

Fuel Tank Capacity

17.2 gallons

Fuel Tank Capacity

24.6 gallons

Seating Capacity

5 seater

Seating Capacity

5 seater

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2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Dashboard

Engine and Transmission

Engine

3.5L V6 Hybrid

3.5L V6 Gas

Horsepower

259 hp @ 6000 rpm

302 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque

247 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm

273 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm

Transmission

Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)

7-Speed Automatic

Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight

4,740 lbs

4,652 lbs

Maximum Towing Capacity

N/A

6,600 lbs

Fuel Economy

Combined

30 MPG

20 MPG

City

31 MPG

18 MPG

Highway

28 MPG

24 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

5.9 Tons/yr

8.8 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity

17.2 gallons

24.6 gallons

Cruising Range City

533.2 miles

442.8 miles

Cruising Range Highway

481.6 miles

590.4 miles

Battery Range & Charge Times

Battery Size

1.87 kWh

N/A

Exterior Dimensions

Length

192.5 in

N/A

Height

67.7 in

70.7 in

Max Width

74.6 in

75.8 in

Front Width

64.4 in

64.7 in

Rear Width

64 in

65.2 in

Wheelbase

109.8 in

114.8 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity

5 seater

Front Seat Leg Room

44.1 in

40.3 in

Front Seat Headroom

39.4 in

40.4 in

Front Seat Shoulder Room

57.8 in

58.5 in

Front Seat Hip Room

56.6 in

N/A

Rear Seat Leg Room

38 in

38.4 in

Rear Seat Headroom

38.2 in

38.5 in

Rear Seat Shoulder Room

57.6 in

58.4 in

Rear Seat Hip Room

56 in

N/A

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1

32.6 ft³

80.3 ft³

Cargo Volume to Seat 2

16 ft³

38.2 ft³

Cargo Volume to Seat 3

16 ft³

38.2 ft³

Steering

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion

Turning Diameter

45.2 ft

38.7 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type

Aluminum Wheels

Front Wheel Size

18" x 8"

19" x 8"

Rear Wheel Size

18" x 8"

19" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension

Strut

Double Wishbone

Rear Suspension

Double Wishbone

Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire

P235/65VR18

P255/50HR19

Rear Tire

P235/65VR18

P255/50HR19

Spare Tire

Compact

Standard Exterior Colors

Atomic Silver
Caviar
Matador Red Mica
Moonbeam Beige Metallic
Nebula Gray Pearl
Nightfall Mica
Nori Green Pearl
Obsidian

Black
Polar White

Optional Exterior Colors

Eminent White Pearl

Cinnabar Red Metallic
Dakota Brown Metallic
Diamond Silver Metallic
Iridium Silver Metallic
Lunar Blue Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Palladium Silver Metallic
Steel Gray Metallic
designo Diamond White Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

Ash, Semi-Aniline Leather Seat Trim
Birch, NuLuxe Seat Trim
Birch, NuLuxe Seat Trim
Black, NuLuxe Seat Trim
Black, NuLuxe Seat Trim
Black, Semi-Aniline Leather Seat Trim
Glazed Caramel, NuLuxe Seat Trim
Glazed Caramel, Semi-Aniline Leather Seat Trim
Parchment, NuLuxe Seat Trim
Parchment, NuLuxe Seat Trim
Parchment, Semi-Aniline Leather Seat Trim

Almond Beige/Mocha, MB-Tex Leatherette Seat Trim
Black, MB-Tex Leatherette Seat Trim
Gray/Dark Gray, MB-Tex Leatherette Seat Trim

Optional Interior Materials

N/A

Black, Dinamica/MB-Tex Leatherette Seat Trim
Almond Beige/Black, Leather Upholstery
Almond Beige/Mocha, Leather Upholstery
Auburn Brown/Black, Leather Upholstery
Black, Leather Upholstery
Gray/Black, Leather Upholstery
Gray/Dark Gray, Leather Upholstery

Infotainment

HD Radio

Standard

Bluetooth Connection

Standard

Hard Disk Drive Media Storage

Not Available

Optional

Premium Sound System

Optional

Satellite Radio

Standard

Optional

Smart Device Integration

Standard

Not Available

WiFi Hotspot

Standard

Not Available

Auxiliary Audio Input

Standard

Entertainment System

Not Available

Optional

MP3 Player

Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats

Standard

Cloth Seats

Standard

Leather Seats

Standard

Leather Steering Wheel

Standard

Premium Synthetic Seats

Standard

Vinyl Seats

Standard

Woodgrain Interior Trim

Standard

Sun/Moonroof

Optional

Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display

Optional

Not Available

Navigation System

Optional

Steering Wheel Audio Controls

Standard

Power Liftgate

Standard

Power Mirror(s)

Standard

A/C

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control

Standard

Optional

Automatic Parking

Not Available

Optional

Climate Control

Standard

Cooled Front Seat(s)

Optional

Cruise Control

Standard

Hands-Free Liftgate

Optional

Not Available

Heated Front Seat(s)

Optional

Standard

Heated Rear Seat(s)

Optional

Heated Steering Wheel

Optional

Keyless Entry

Standard

Multi-Zone A/C

Standard

Power Driver Seat

Standard

Power Passenger Seat

Standard

Remote Engine Start

Standard

Not Available

Remote Trunk Release

Standard

Seat Memory

Not Available

Optional

Universal Garage Door Opener

Standard

Seat-Massage

Not Available

Optional

Rear A/C

Not Available

Optional

Keyless Start

Standard

Optional

Telematics

Standard

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera

Standard

Optional

Cross-Traffic Alert

Standard

Not Available

Rear Parking Aid

Optional

Not Available

Blind Spot Monitor

Standard

Optional

Lane Departure Warning

Standard

Optional

Lane Keeping Assist

Standard

Optional

ABS

Standard

Tire Pressure Monitor

Standard

Brake Assist

Standard

Stability Control

Standard

Traction Control

Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Side Crash Rating

Rollover Rating

Overall Rating

N/A

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating

N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag

Standard

Front Head Air Bag

Standard

Front Side Air Bag

Standard

Knee Air Bag

Standard

Passenger Air Bag

Standard

Rear Head Air Bag

Standard

Rear Side Air Bag

Standard

Not Available

Warranty Summary

Basic

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Corrosion

6 Years / Unlimited Miles

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Drivetrain

6 Years / 70,000 Miles

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Hybrid/Electric Components

8 Years / 100,000 Miles

N/A

Maintenance

1 Years / 10,000 Miles

N/A

Roadside Assistance

4 Years / Unlimited Miles

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Compare Lexus RX Hybrid vs Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Overview

Photos

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Weight and Towing

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Emissions

Fuel Tank

Battery Range & Charge Times

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Space

Cargo Space

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Wheels

Suspension

Tires

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Optional Exterior Colors

Standard Interior Materials

Optional Interior Materials

Features and Options

Infotainment

Interior Trim

Comfort

Safety

Safety Features

US NHTSA crash test result

Airbags

Warranty

Warranty Summary