Lexus NX 350h vs Mercedes-Benz GLC (2026)
Lexus NX 350h (₹67.59 Lakh – ₹74.50 Lakh) and Mercedes-Benz GLC (₹77.00 Lakh – ₹99.85 Lakh) go head-to-head in the luxury suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Lexus NX 350h is more affordable — it starts ₹9.41 Lakh lower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC.
- The Mercedes-Benz GLC is the more powerful car, with 415 bhp against 188 bhp.
Specification Comparison
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Lexus NX 350h in short
The NX 350h is Lexus's volume SUV in India and the only strong hybrid in the midsize luxury SUV class: four variants from the ₹67.59 lakh Exquisite through the rugged-trim Overtrail (₹71.43 lakh) and Luxury (₹72.33 lakh) to the ₹74.50 lakh F SPORT, all with a ~188 bhp 2.5L strong hybrid and e-CVT, per Lexus India's official price list. Against the Mercedes GLC, BMW X3 and Volvo XC60 it trades outright power for city efficiency no rival approaches.
Full NX 350h prices & variants →Mercedes-Benz GLC in short
The GLC is Mercedes-Benz India's best-selling SUV, and its formula is straightforward: petrol and diesel at the same ₹77.00 lakh price, 4MATIC all-wheel drive standard, and a 620-litre boot that beats most SUVs a class above. The AMG GLC 43 Coupé at ₹99.85 lakh adds a 421 PS performance flagship to the range. It fights the BMW X3 and Audi Q5 in the heart of the luxury SUV market.
Full GLC prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: NX 350h or GLC?
The Lexus NX 350h is more affordable — it starts ₹9.41 Lakh lower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
NX 350h vs GLC — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Lexus NX 350h — not yet tested; Mercedes-Benz GLC — not yet tested.
Should I buy the NX 350h or the GLC?
The Lexus NX 350h is more affordable — it starts ₹9.41 Lakh lower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC. The Mercedes-Benz GLC is the more powerful car, with 415 bhp against 188 bhp. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.