Lexus IS 350 vs. Lexus RX 350L
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lexus IS 350 and Lexus RX 350L 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 IS 350 and the Lexus RX 350L.
When comparing the Lexus IS 350's and the Lexus RX 350L's specifications and ratings, the Lexus IS 350 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Lexus RX 350L has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Lexus IS 350's and the Lexus RX 350L's specifications and ratings, the Lexus IS 350 is a better car than the Lexus RX 350L.
Pricing: A used 2022 Lexus IS 350 ranges from $36,029 to $45,900 while a used 2022 Lexus RX 350L is priced between $37,079 to $48,942.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus IS 350 loses 39.2 percent of its value and the Lexus RX 350L loses 42 percent of its value. This means the Lexus IS 350 retains 2.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lexus RX 350L.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus IS 350 is 8.3 out of 10 while the Lexus RX 350L's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Lexus IS 350 being ranked 2 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Lexus RX 350L being ranked 7 out of 29 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus IS 350 is 8.5 out of 10. For the Lexus RX 350L the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the Lexus IS 350 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus RX 350L.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lexus IS 350’s base engine makes 311 horsepower, and the Lexus RX 350L base engine makes 290 horsepower. The IS 350 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 487 miles. The RX 350L is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles.This gives the Lexus IS 350 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Lexus RX 350L the advantage in maximum range. The IS 350 uses premium unleaded, and the RX 350L uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Lexus RX 350L, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The Lexus IS 350, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Lexus IS 350 has higher safety ratings than the Lexus RX 350L, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
43550
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
46042
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
27300 - 76200
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
48750
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
67488
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
44090 - 119900
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
41148
Price Range:
36029 - 45900
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
38447
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
24836 - 75567
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
140
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
39598
# Good or Great Deals:
59
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
42889
Price Range:
37079 - 48942
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
52935
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
35812 - 90529
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
118
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
46134
# Good or Great Deals:
44
Lexus IS 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Lexus RX 350L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus IS 350
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
17.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
9.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
6.5 - 17.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.517
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus RX 350L
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
13.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
10.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
6.7 - 13.8
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.335
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.0269672412341497
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
2.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
1.0 - 10.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.0346178394295942
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
3.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
1.0 - 13.7
Lexus IS 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
11 out of / 32Ranking
19 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Lexus RX 350L Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 68Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 27Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 27Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 68Ranking
8 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
12 out of / 68Ranking
13 out of / 27Ranking
18 out of / 68Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 27Ranking
22 out of / 27Ranking
23 out of / 27Ranking
25 out of / 68Ranking
25 out of / 27Ranking
25 out of / 27Ranking
26 out of / 29Ranking
28 out of / 29Ranking
29 out of / 29Ranking
29 out of / 29Ranking
35 out of / 68Ranking
37 out of / 68Ranking
39 out of / 68Ranking
43 out of / 68Ranking
64 out of / 68Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus IS 350 Trim Levels
F SPORT
Lexus RX 350L Trim Levels
Base, Luxury
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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
311 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.083 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
263 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
365 / 499 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
90.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Cargo Space:
7.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
124.5 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4464 lbs
Width:
74.6 inches
Height:
67.3 inches
Length:
196.9 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Caviar
Blue
Grecian Water / Ultrasonic Blue Mica 2.0
Gray
Cloudburst Gray
Red
Infrared
Silver
Atomic Silver / Iridium
White
Ultra White
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Caviar
Blue
Nightfall Mica
Gray
Cloudburst Gray
Red
Matador Red Mica
Silver
Iridium
White
Eminent White Pearl
Green
Nori Green Pearl
Interior Colors
Black
Black w/Ash Trim / Black w/Black Geometric Trim
Red
Circuit Red w/Ash Trim / Circuit Red w/Black Geometric Trim
White
White w/Black Geometric Trim
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black w/Open Pore Black Walnut Trim and Blue Stitching / Black w/Open-Pore Brown Walnut Trim / Black w/Striated Black Trim
Red
Not available
White
Not available
Beige
Parchment w/Matte Bamboo Trim / Parchment w/Striated Black Trim
Brown
Glazed Carmel w/Open-Pore Brown Walnut Trim
Gray
Birch w/Open-Pore Brown Walnut Trim / Birch w/Striated Black Trim
