Acura TLX vs. Lexus IS 350
In comparing the Acura TLX to the Lexus IS 350, the Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Lexus IS 350 has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Acura TLX versus the Lexus IS 350, the Acura TLX is a better car than the Lexus IS 350.
Acura TLX versus Lexus IS 350 Pricing
A used 2023 Acura TLX ranges from $44,745 to $55,558 while a used 2023 Lexus IS 350 is priced between $47,068 to $54,998. For a new model, the Acura TLX's price is between $44,548 and $58,145, with the Lexus IS 350 priced between $46,968 and $57,675.
Acura TLX versus Lexus IS 350 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura TLX is 8.4 out of 10 while the Lexus IS 350's quality rating is 9.3 out of 10. This results in the Acura TLX being ranked 7 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Lexus IS 350 being ranked 1 out of 39 Best Luxury Small Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura TLX’s base engine makes 272 horsepower, and the Lexus IS 350 base engine makes 311 horsepower. The TLX is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 491 miles. The IS 350 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 487 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Acura TLX, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Lexus IS 350, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Acura TLX and the Lexus IS 350 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$44,548 - $58,145
Used Asking Price:
$44,745 - $55,558
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
51.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$46,968 - $57,675
Used Asking Price:
$47,068 - $54,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
38.3%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 29Luxury Midsize Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
10 out of / 29Most Reliable Luxury Midsize Cars
Ranking
12 out of / 29iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 39Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars
Ranking
1 out of / 39Ranking
1 out of / 8Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
4 out of / 39Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD Type S, SH-AWD Type S PMC Edition, SH-AWD Type S w/Perf. Wheel+Tire, SH-AWD w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Advance, w/A-SPEC, w/Tech
Trim Levels
F SPORT, F SPORT Design
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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):
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:
272 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
311 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.083 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
349 / 491 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.4 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3709 lbs
Width:
75.2 inches
Height:
56.4 inches
Length:
194.6 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3748 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
185.4 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
235/35R19
