Lexus NX vs Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe
Verdict
The Lexus NX is RM103,000 cheaper and gives up a lot of pace: 184 hp and 221 Nm play 416 hp and 500 Nm, so the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe’s 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time is in another league against 7.7 seconds. Both are all-wheel-drive, five-seat compact executive SUVs with seven airbags and AEB, but the Mercedes is bigger, with a 2,888 mm wheelbase and 545-litre boot versus 2,690 mm and 520 litres. The Lexus fights back with a five-year warranty and the lower buy-in, though its RM830 road tax is higher than the Mercedes’ RM440.
NX
Pick the Lexus NX if you want the lower purchase price, a longer five-year warranty and still get all-wheel drive, AEB and seven airbags.
AMG GLC Coupe
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe if you want the much stronger 416 hp output, 500 Nm torque and 4.8-second 0-100 km/h pace.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus NX RM395,888; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe RM498,888
- Power and torque: Lexus NX 184 hp/221 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 416 hp/500 Nm
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: Lexus NX 7.7 s/200 km/h; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 4.8 s/250 km/h
- Size: Lexus NX 4,660 mm long/2,690 mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 4,763 mm long/2,888 mm wheelbase
- Boot and fuel tank: Lexus NX 520 litres/55 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 545 litres/62 litres
- Warranty and road tax: Lexus NX 5 years/RM830; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 4 years/RM440
NX
- RM103,000 cheaper to buy
- Longer five-year warranty
- Smaller body may suit tighter urban use
- Far less power and torque
- Slower 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- Higher RM830 annual road tax
AMG GLC Coupe
- 416 hp and 500 Nm output
- Quicker 4.8-second 0-100 km/h sprint
- Bigger boot and longer wheelbase
- Costs RM103,000 more
- Shorter four-year warranty
- Larger footprint than the Lexus NX
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 395,888✓ | RM 498,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and hybrid assistance | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 2,487 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 184 hp | 416 hp✓ |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 500 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | — |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 133 hp✓ | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | 208 Nm✓ | 150 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Direct Shift | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Daimler |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | 4.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,660 mm | 4,763 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | 1,765 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 545 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 265/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 275/35R21 |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 Run-flats | Continental SportContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | 3 LED Projectors | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated | Power Adjustable Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:20 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear Windows, Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 Speakers | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Panoramic View Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger, Smart Card Key | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 830 | RM 440✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
NX vs AMG GLC Coupe FAQ
Is the Lexus NX or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe better?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe is better for performance and size, with 416 hp, 500 Nm and a 545-litre boot. The Lexus NX is better value on paper, costing RM103,000 less and carrying a five-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe costs RM103,000 more than the Lexus NX.
Which is faster from 0-100 km/h?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe is faster, doing 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds versus 7.7 seconds for the Lexus NX.