Lexus vs. Lincoln

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Lexus and Lincoln 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 Lincoln cars.

When comparing the Lexus brand to the Lincoln brand, Lexus has the advantage in the areas of depreciation, horsepower, overall quality, reliability, retained value, vehicle rankings and variety of models offered. Lincoln has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, used car pricing, towing capacity and safety.

Lexus versus Lincoln: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Lexus versus Lincoln pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Lincoln in 3 out of 3 vehicle comparisons. Lincoln also has a lower used vehicle starting price in 3 out of 3 comparisons. Lexus models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 3 out of 3 comparisons.

Lexus versus Lincoln: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Lexus vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 2 out of 3 model comparisons, with Lincoln offering more horsepower in 1 comparisons. Lincoln offers a greater towing capacity in 2 out of 3 comparisons.

Lexus versus Lincoln: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: A comparison of Lexus versus Lincoln 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. Lincoln has better safety ratings in 2 out of 2 comparisons. Lexus shows higher ratings for retained value in 3 out of 3 comparisons.

Best Car Rankings: Lexus has better car rankings in 6 categories: Lexus ES 300h in Best Hybrid Luxury Midsize Cars, Lexus LX 600 in Best Luxury 7-Seater SUVs, Lexus ES 300h in Best Luxury Hybrid Cars, Lexus LX 600 in Best Luxury Large SUVs, Lexus ES 250 in Best Luxury Midsize Cars, and Lexus LX 600 in Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows. Lincoln has the better car ranking in 1 category: Continental in Best Luxury Large Cars.

Most Reliable Car Rankings: Lexus has better car rankings in 5 categories: Lexus ES 300h in Most Reliable Luxury Hybrid Cars, Lexus LS 500 in Most Reliable Luxury Large Cars, Lexus LX 600 in Most Reliable Luxury Large SUVs, Lexus ES 250 in Most Reliable Luxury Midsize Cars, and Lexus LX 600 in Most Reliable Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows.

Best Cars for the Money Rankings: Lincoln has the better car ranking in 1 category: Aviator in Best Luxury Large SUVs for the Money.

Available Body Styles: Lexus offers 17 SUVs, 8 sedans, 5 coupes, and 1 convertible. In comparison, Lincoln offers only 8 SUVs.

Drivetrain Options: Lexus offers 17 gasoline vehicles, 10 hybrids, 2 plug-in hybrids, and 2 electric vehicles. Lincoln offers 5 gasoline vehicles, 1 hybrid, and 2 plug-in hybrids.

Lexus offers 23 all-wheel-drive models, 8 front-wheel-drive models, and 10 rear-wheel-drive models. Lincoln offers 4 all-wheel-drive models, 1 front-wheel-drive model, and 1 rear-wheel-drive model.