Lexus ES 250 vs. Lexus IS 350
When comparing the Lexus ES 250 to the Lexus IS 350, the Lexus ES 250 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Lexus IS 350 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lexus ES 250 versus the Lexus IS 350, the Lexus ES 250 is a better car than the Lexus IS 350.
Lexus ES 250 versus Lexus IS 350 Pricing
For a new model, the Lexus ES 250's price is between $46,389 and $52,172, with the Lexus IS 350 priced between $46,968 and $57,675.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus ES 250’s base engine makes 203 horsepower, and the Lexus IS 350 base engine makes 311 horsepower. The ES 250 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 541 miles. The IS 350 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 487 miles. The ES 250 uses regular unleaded, and the IS 350 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Lexus ES 250, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head 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 and front leg room. The Lexus ES 250 and Lexus IS 350 are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Lexus ES 250 and the Lexus IS 350 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$46,389 - $52,172
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.9%
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:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.7 / 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
Luxury Midsize Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
4 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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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
Base, F SPORT Design, Luxury, Ultra Luxury
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
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:
203 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 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:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
398 / 541 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
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:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
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:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
13.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.9 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:
3780 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
195.9 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
235/35R19
