INFINITI Q50 vs. Lexus GS 350

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the INFINITI Q50 and Lexus GS 350 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 INFINITI Q50 and the Lexus GS 350.

When we compare the INFINITI Q50's and the Lexus GS 350's specifications and ratings, the INFINITI Q50 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Lexus GS 350 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the INFINITI Q50's and the Lexus GS 350's specifications and ratings, the Lexus GS 350 is a better car than the INFINITI Q50.

Pricing: A used 2020 INFINITI Q50 ranges from $20,956 to $34,209 while a used 2020 Lexus GS 350 is priced between $32,221 to $43,823.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the INFINITI Q50 loses 51.7 percent of its value and the Lexus GS 350 loses 44.3 percent of its value. This means the Lexus GS 350 retains 7.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the INFINITI Q50.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the INFINITI Q50 is 7.2 out of 10 while the Lexus GS 350's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the INFINITI Q50 being ranked 21 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Lexus GS 350 being ranked 7 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the INFINITI Q50 is 7.2 out of 10. For the Lexus GS 350 the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Lexus GS 350 an advantage in reliability compared to the INFINITI Q50.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the INFINITI Q50’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the Lexus GS 350 base engine makes 311 horsepower. The Q50 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 580 miles. The GS 350 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles. This gives the INFINITI Q50 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lexus GS 350. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The INFINITI Q50, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room and rear shoulder room. The Lexus GS 350, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space.