Lexus ES 350 vs. Acura TLX
When we compare the Lexus ES 350's and the Acura TLX's specifications and ratings, the Lexus ES 350 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Lexus ES 350's and the Acura TLX's specifications and ratings, the Lexus ES 350 is a better car than the Acura TLX.
Lexus ES 350 vs. Acura TLX Pricing
A used 2024 Lexus ES 350 ranges from $44,979 to $55,944 while a used 2023 Acura TLX is priced between $36,185 to $55,998. For a new model, the Lexus ES 350's price is between $45,414 and $56,804, with the Acura TLX priced between $41,219 and $58,345.
Lexus ES 350 vs. Acura TLX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus ES 350 loses 40.6 percent of its value and the Acura TLX loses 51.1 percent of its value. This means the Lexus ES 350 retains 10.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Acura TLX.
Lexus ES 350 vs. Acura TLX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus ES 350 is 9.0 out of 10 while the Acura TLX's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Lexus ES 350 being ranked 1 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Acura TLX being ranked 9 out of 29.
Lexus ES 350 vs. Acura TLX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus ES 350 is 9.0 out of 10. For the Acura TLX the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Lexus ES 350 an advantage in reliability compared to the Acura TLX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus ES 350’s base engine makes 302 horsepower, and the Acura TLX base engine makes 272 horsepower. The ES 350 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 509 miles. The TLX is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 491 miles. This gives the Lexus ES 350 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Acura TLX. The ES 350 uses regular unleaded, and the TLX uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the Lexus ES 350 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Lexus ES 350 and the Acura TLX have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Acura TLX has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
45414 - 56804
Used Asking Price:
44979 - 55944
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.406489
Pricing
New Asking Price:
41219 - 58345
Used Asking Price:
36185 - 55998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.511408
Lexus ES 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.962094 / 10
Reliability:
8.986281 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Acura TLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.366666 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus ES 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Acura TLX Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus ES 350 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT Design, F SPORT Handling, Luxury, Ultra Luxury
Acura TLX 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
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 / 50000 miles
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
302 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
267 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 509 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
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:
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3690 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
195.9 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/50R18