
Lexus vs. Chrysler
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Lexus and Chrysler contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Lexus and Chrysler cars.
When comparing the Lexus brand to the Chrysler brand, Lexus has the advantage in the areas of depreciation, horsepower, fuel efficiency, overall quality, reliability, safety, retained value and variety of models offered. Chrysler has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing and used car pricing.
Lexus versus Chrysler: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Lexus versus Chrysler pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Chrysler in 1 out of 1 vehicle comparisons. Chrysler also has a lower used vehicle starting price in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Lexus models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
Lexus versus Chrysler: Horsepower and Fuel Efficiency: Lexus vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. Lexus offers higher MPG for its vehicles in their base trim in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
Lexus versus Chrysler: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: A comparison of Lexus versus Chrysler overall quality ratings shows Lexus with higher quality ratings in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. In terms of reliability ratings, Lexus has the advantage in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Lexus has better safety ratings in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Lexus shows higher ratings for retained value in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
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Most Reliable Car Rankings:
Available Body Styles: Lexus offers 18 SUVs, 8 sedans, 5 coupes, and 1 convertible. In comparison, Chrysler offers only 3 minivans.
Drivetrain Options: Lexus offers 16 gasoline vehicles, 10 hybrids, 3 plug-in hybrids, and 2 electric vehicles. Chrysler offers 2 gasoline vehicles and 1 plug-in hybrid.
Lexus offers 24 all-wheel-drive models, 8 front-wheel-drive models, and 9 rear-wheel-drive models. Chrysler offers 1 all-wheel-drive model and 3 front-wheel-drive models.
New Car Pricing
Lexus ES 350
$45,876 - $56,904
New Car Pricing
Chrysler 300
$32,984 - $50,513
Used Car Pricing
Lexus ES 350
$39,995 - $53,481
Used Car Pricing
Chrysler 300
$23,706 - $50,167
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
Lexus ES 350
42.1%
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
Chrysler 300
52.7%
Horsepower / Torque
Lexus ES 350
302 hp / 267 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
Chrysler 300
292 hp / 260 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
Lexus ES 350
22 / 32 / 25
MPG (city/highway/combined)
Chrysler 300
19 / 30 / 23
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
Lexus ES 350
8.4 / 10
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
Chrysler 300
7.4 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
Lexus ES 350
7.9 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
Chrysler 300
7.5 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
Lexus ES 350
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
Chrysler 300
7.0 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
Lexus ES 350
8.3 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
Chrysler 300
7.6 / 10
iSeeCars Best Car Rankings
Lexus ES 350
#1 of 24 in
Best Luxury Midsize Cars
iSeeCars Best Car Rankings
Chrysler 300
#6 of 7 in
Best Large Cars
iSeeCars Most Reliable Car Rankings
Lexus ES 350
#3 of 24 in
Most Reliable Luxury Midsize Cars
iSeeCars Most Reliable Car Rankings
Chrysler 300
#5 of 7 in
Most Reliable Large Cars