2020 Lexus RX 350 vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 Lexus RX 350 and 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 Lexus RX 350 and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC.
In comparing the 2020 Lexus RX 350's and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Lexus RX 350 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Lexus RX 350's and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Lexus RX 350 is a better car than the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC.
Pricing: A used 2020 Lexus RX 350 ranges from $31,997 to $42,998 while a used 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC is priced between $24,895 to $45,997.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Lexus RX 350 loses 42.5 percent of its value and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC loses 45.5 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Lexus RX 350 retains 2.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RX 350 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLC's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Lexus RX 350 being ranked 5 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLC being ranked 23 out of 68.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus RX 350 is 8.9 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLC the reliability rating is 5.8 out of 10. This gives the Lexus RX 350 a substantial advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLC.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 Lexus RX 350’s base engine makes 295 horsepower, and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC base engine makes 255 horsepower. The RX 350 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. The GLC is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 505 miles.This gives the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 Lexus RX 350 the advantage in maximum range. The RX 350 uses regular unleaded, and the GLC uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The 2020 Lexus RX 350, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC has higher safety ratings than the 2020 Lexus RX 350, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.42 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$44,150
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$62,310
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$41,040 - $108,600
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$42,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$45,123
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$33,500 - $73,400
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$37,772
Price Range:
$31,997 - $42,998
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$45,626
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$28,046 - $77,686
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
210
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
54,296
# Good or Great Deals:
59
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$33,230
Price Range:
$24,895 - $45,997
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$34,494
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$24,102 - $55,670
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Lexus RX 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.4 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLC Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Lexus RX 350
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
6.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
3.9 - 9.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
49.6%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
8.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
6.7 - 9.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
7.4%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
3.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
0.6 - 23.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
4.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
1 - 32.2
Lexus RX 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
2 out of / 68Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
5 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
7 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
16 out of / 20Ranking
17 out of / 20Ranking
20 out of / 20Ranking
21 out of / 59Ranking
26 out of / 68Ranking
32 out of / 68Ranking
37 out of / 68Ranking
37 out of / 68Ranking
40 out of / 68Ranking
42 out of / 68Ranking
62 out of / 68Mercedes-Benz GLC Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 68Ranking
15 out of / 27Ranking
16 out of / 68Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 68Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 68Ranking
25 out of / 59Ranking
25 out of / 29Ranking
32 out of / 68Ranking
33 out of / 68Ranking
35 out of / 68Ranking
36 out of / 68Ranking
40 out of / 68Ranking
48 out of / 68Ranking
56 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2020 Lexus RX 350 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT, F SPORT Performance
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC Trim Levels
AMG GLC 43, AMG GLC 63, AMG GLC 63 S, GLC 300, GLC 300 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.42 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
295 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
267 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
384 / 518 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 505 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
18.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
139.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
19.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
125.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4222 lbs
Width:
74.6 inches
Height:
67.7 inches
Length:
192.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3889 lbs
Width:
82.5 inches
Height:
65.5 inches
Length:
183.8 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Exterior Colors
Beige
Moonbeam Beige Metallic
Black
Caviar / Obsidian
Blue
Nightfall Mica
Gray
Nebula Gray Pearl
Green
Nori Green Pearl
Red
Matador Red Mica
Silver
Atomic Silver
White
Eminent White Pearl
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black / Obsidian Black Metallic
Blue
Brilliant Blue Metallic / Lunar Blue Metallic
Gray
designo Selenite Grey Magno / Graphite Grey Metallic / Selenite Grey Metallic
Green
Not available
Red
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
Silver
Iridium Silver Metallic / Mojave Silver Metallic
White
designo Diamond White Metallic / Polar White
Interior Colors
Beige
Parchment w/Gray Sapele Wood and Aluminum Trim / Parchment w/Matte Bamboo Trim / Parchment w/Striated Black Trim
Black
Black w/Gray Sapele Wood and Aluminum Trim / Black w/Matte Walnut Trim / Black w/Striated Black Trim
Brown
Noble Brown w/Gray Sapele Wood and Aluminum Trim
Gray
Birch w/Gray Sapele Wood and Aluminum Trim / Birch w/Matte Walnut Trim / Birch w/Striated Black Trim
Red
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Silk Beige/Black
Black
Black
Brown
Saddle Brown
Gray
Magma Grey/Black
Red
Cranberry Red/Black
White
Platinum White Pearl/Black
