INFINITI Q50 vs. Lexus IS 350
In comparing the INFINITI Q50 to the Lexus IS 350, the INFINITI Q50 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 interior volume. The Lexus IS 350 has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. The INFINITI Q50 and Lexus IS 350 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the INFINITI Q50 versus the Lexus IS 350, the INFINITI Q50 is a better car than the Lexus IS 350.
INFINITI Q50 versus Lexus IS 350 Pricing
A used 2023 INFINITI Q50 ranges from $42,507 to $61,496 while a used 2023 Lexus IS 350 is priced between $47,068 to $54,998. For a new model, the INFINITI Q50's price is between $44,333 and $62,046, with the Lexus IS 350 priced between $46,968 and $57,675.
INFINITI Q50 versus Lexus IS 350 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the INFINITI Q50 is 7.5 out of 10 while the Lexus IS 350's quality rating is 9.3 out of 10. This results in the INFINITI Q50 being ranked 21 out of 39 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Lexus IS 350 being ranked 1 out of 39.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the INFINITI Q50’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the Lexus IS 350 base engine makes 311 horsepower. Both the Q50 and the IS 350 are rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 580 and 487 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the INFINITI Q50 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Lexus IS 350 has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Lexus IS 350 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$44,333 - $62,046
Used Asking Price:
$42,507 - $61,496
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
51.8%
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:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars
Ranking
14 out of / 39Ranking
21 out of / 39Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
32 out of / 39iSeeCars 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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Summary Review
Not yet available
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
Luxe, Red Sport 400, Sensory
Trim Levels
F SPORT, F SPORT Design
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.080 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:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 580 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:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
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:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
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:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.0 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:
3732 lbs
Width:
71.8 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
189.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 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 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
235/35R19
