Used Mercedes-Benz GLC vs used Lexus NX pre-owned luxury SUV comparison
October 24 2022,
There are plenty of options on the market if you're looking for a pre-owned sport utility vehicle, especially models from the past four or five years. In the last couple of years, the compact SUV segment has really expanded and two particular models have been at the center of this expansion: the Lexus NX and the Mercedes-Benz GLC. There is a good chance you have a pre-owned Mercedes-Benz GLC or a used Lexus NX on your shopping list if you are looking for a used SUV. Here, we compare pre-owned SUV options based on their versatility, performance, reliability, dependability, and efficiency. Here we focus on 2019 models, but the comparison would apply to most model years when comparing the GLC and the NX.
The comfort and sportiness balance of the Mercedes-Benz GLC is the first element that sets it apart from a pre-owned Lexus NX. The Mercedes-Benz GLC really gives you a lot of performance for a vehicle in this category and as far as used compact SUVs go, this is the model that will give you the most fun behind the wheel. Buying a pre-owned Mercedes-Benz GLC means getting a pre-owned SUV that doesn't compromise on driving fun to give you impressive versatility.
Another difference between a pre-owned Mercedes-Benz GLC and a used Lexus NX can be found under the hood. A pre-owned Mercedes-Benz GLC features a 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder engine with 241 hp and 273 pound-feet of torque. In other words, you get slightly more horsepower than what you would find in a used Lexus NX which most versions will offer a 2.0-litre four-cylinder with 235 hp and 258 pound-feet of torque. In both cases you get decent performance, but the NX is a bit behind in this area.
We buy a sport utility vehicle for versatility first and foremost. At least, that would be the case with most buyers. In other words, although the fuel economy and the performance of the Mercedes-Benz GLC stands the comparison very well with its rival at the end of the day you are probably wondering which of these two pre-owned SUVs offers the most cargo space. The answer to that question would be the GLC which offers 549 L of cargo space behind the rear seats, and 1,600 L of cargo space total.
The NX, on the other hand, has 501 L behind the rear seats, and 1,546 L in total cargo space. In other words, if versatility is important criteria for you, we can tell you that the Mercedes-Benz GLC will exceed your expectations.
