2019 Lexus IS 350 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
When comparing the 2019 Lexus IS 350's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Lexus IS 350 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Lexus IS 350's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Lexus IS 350 is a better car than the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
2019 Lexus IS 350 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Pricing
A used 2019 Lexus IS 350 ranges from $29,992 to $40,169 while a used 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is priced between $23,995 to $42,998.
2019 Lexus IS 350 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Lexus IS 350 loses 38.3 percent of its value and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class loses 46.8 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Lexus IS 350 retains 8.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
2019 Lexus IS 350 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus IS 350 is 9.3 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class' quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Lexus IS 350 being ranked 1 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class being ranked 7 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the Lexus IS 350 is ranked 1 and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is ranked 7.
2019 Lexus IS 350 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus IS 350 is 9.0 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz C-Class the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Lexus IS 350 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Lexus IS 350’s base engine makes 311 horsepower, and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class base engine makes 255 horsepower. The IS 350 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 487 miles. The C-Class is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 592 miles. This gives the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Lexus IS 350. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2019 Lexus IS 350 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room and front leg room. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Lexus IS 350 and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
29992 - 40169
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.38324
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
23995 - 42998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.467992
Lexus IS 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.332138 / 10
Reliability:
8.996416 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.890663 / 10
Reliability:
8.171991 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus IS 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 36Mercedes-Benz C-Class Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 10Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 31Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Lexus IS 350 Trim Levels
Base
2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
311 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 487 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium 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):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 592 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
10.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3594 lbs
Width:
79.8 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
184.3 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3417 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
184.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17