Lexus ES 350 vs. Chrysler 300

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lexus ES 350 and Chrysler 300 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 Lexus ES 350 and the Chrysler 300.

In comparing the Lexus ES 350's and the Chrysler 300's specifications and ratings, the Lexus ES 350 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Chrysler 300 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. Based on this comparison of the Lexus ES 350's and the Chrysler 300's specifications and ratings, the Lexus ES 350 is a better car than the Chrysler 300.

Pricing: A used 2023 Lexus ES 350 ranges from $33,891 to $48,087 while a used 2023 Chrysler 300 is priced between $23,706 to $50,167. For a new model, the Lexus ES 350's price is between $46,855 and $55,897, with the Chrysler 300 priced between $32,984 and $50,513.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus ES 350 loses 42.1 percent of its value and the Chrysler 300 loses 52.7 percent of its value. This means the Lexus ES 350 retains 10.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chrysler 300.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus ES 350 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Chrysler 300's quality rating is 7.4 out of 10. This results in the Lexus ES 350 being ranked 1 out of 24 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Chrysler 300 being ranked 6 out of 7 Best Large Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus ES 350 is 7.9 out of 10. For the Chrysler 300 the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Lexus ES 350 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chrysler 300.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lexus ES 350’s base engine makes 302 horsepower, and the Chrysler 300 base engine makes 292 horsepower. The ES 350 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 509 miles. The 300 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles.This gives the Lexus ES 350 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chrysler 300 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Chrysler 300, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lexus ES 350, a midsize car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Lexus ES 350 has higher safety ratings than the Chrysler 300, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.