INFINITI Q50 vs. Lexus IS 350
In comparing the INFINITI Q50's and the Lexus IS 350's specifications and ratings, the INFINITI Q50 has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The Lexus IS 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 IS 350's specifications and ratings, the Lexus IS 350 is a better car than the INFINITI Q50.
INFINITI Q50 vs. Lexus IS 350 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the INFINITI Q50 loses 51.8 percent of its value and the Lexus IS 350 loses 38.3 percent of its value. This means the Lexus IS 350 retains 13.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the INFINITI Q50.
INFINITI Q50 vs. 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 19 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars and the Lexus IS 350 being ranked 1 out of 30. Out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars, the INFINITI Q50 is ranked 21 and the Lexus IS 350 is ranked 1.
INFINITI Q50 vs. Lexus IS 350 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the INFINITI Q50 is 7.2 out of 10. For the Lexus IS 350 the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Lexus IS 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 IS 350 base engine makes 311 horsepower.
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 cargo 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 based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.518088
Pricing
New Asking Price:
46339 - 57716
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.38324
INFINITI Q50 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus IS 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.332138 / 10
Reliability:
8.996416 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
INFINITI Q50 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 36Ranking
19 out of / 30Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
32 out of / 36Lexus 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 / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
INFINITI Q50 Trim Levels
Luxe
Lexus IS 350 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 @ 6600 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
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
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 aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/35R19