2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. 2003 Lexus IS 300
When comparing the 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's and the 2003 Lexus IS 300's specifications and ratings, The 2003 Lexus IS 300 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and 2003 Lexus IS 300 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's and the 2003 Lexus IS 300's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Lexus IS 300 is a better car than the 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class’s base engine makes 168 horsepower, and the 2003 Lexus IS 300 base engine makes 215 horsepower. Both the C-Class and the IS 300 are rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 384 and 374 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2900 - 8603
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Lexus IS 300 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Rankings
Not yet available
Lexus IS 300 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
2003 Lexus IS 300 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
168 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
177 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
215 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
218 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 24 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
240 / 384 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
272 / 374 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3415 lbs
Width:
68 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
178.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3410 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
177 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45ZR17