| Pros | Cons | What's New |
|---|---|---|
A lot of standard driving aids | Fuel economy isn't the strongest of suits | Refreshed the front end |
Plush interior and good build quality | The trunk area is smaller than the rivals | Nightfall Mica and Caviar are two new exterior colors |
Suspension dilutes bumps well making ride more comfortable | Dated infotainment system with no smartphone integration functions | The new 10.3-inch LCD screen is optional and the standard infotainment system is updated |
Lexus Safety System+ comes standard now |
$40,200
price255 hp @ 6400 rpm
horsepower236 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
torque6-Speed Shiftable Automatic
transmission3.5L 6cyl AWD 6A
engine-
basic warrantyCompeting in the compact sedan segment, the 2017 Lexus IS 300 is a direct competitor to the BMW 3 Series, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and the Audi A4. With standalone trim, the IS 350 starts off at an MSRP of $40,200. It is offered with a 3.5L V6 and a 6-speed automatic transmission, producing 255 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the IS 350 manages a 0-60 of 6.1 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 21 MPG.
The IS 300’s business is simple. It offers a single trim with an all-wheel-drive system. It is also packed with standard features. However, if you desire more then the cheaper optional Premium Package or the expensive Luxury Package are more than willing to help.
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Quarter Mile | Top Speed | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2017 Lexus IS 300 Ranked #7 | 6.1 sec | 15.1 sec | - | |||
2017 Volvo S60 Ranked #1 | 4.7 sec | - | - | |||
2017 Cadillac ATS Ranked #2 | 5 sec | 13.6 sec | - | |||
2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Ranked #3 | 5.4 sec | 13.9 sec | 142 mph | |||
2017 Lexus IS 350 Ranked #4 | 5.6 sec | 13.8 sec | - | |||
2017 Audi A4 Ranked #5 | 5.7 sec | 14.4 sec | 130 mph |
Car Name | MPG City | MPG Highway | MPG Combined | Fuel Tank Capacity | Range (C/H) | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2017 Lexus IS 300 Ranked #9 | 19 mpg | 26 mpg | 21 mpg | 17.4 gal. | 330.6/452.4 mi. | |||
2017 Audi A4 Ranked #1 | 27 mpg | 37 mpg | 31 mpg | 15.3 gal. | 413.1/566.1 mi. | |||
2017 Volvo S60 Ranked #2 | 25 mpg | 36 mpg | 29 mpg | 17.8 gal. | 445/640.8 mi. | |||
2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Ranked #2 | 24 mpg | 36 mpg | 29 mpg | 14.8 gal. | 355.2/532.8 mi. | |||
2017 Acura TLX Ranked #3 | 24 mpg | 35 mpg | 28 mpg | 17.2 gal. | 412.8/602 mi. | |||
2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Ranked #3 | 24 mpg | 34 mpg | 28 mpg | 17.4 gal. | - | - |
Car Name | Length | Width | Height | Ground Clearance | Wheelbase | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2017 Lexus IS 300 Ranked #6 | 183.7 in. | 71.3 in. | 56.3 in. | 5.1 in. | 110.2 in. | |||
2017 Acura TLX Ranked #1 | 190.3 in. | 73 in. | 57 in. | 5.8 in. | 109.3 in. | |||
2017 Infiniti Q50 Ranked #2 | 188.3 in. | 71.8 in. | 56.8 in. | 5 in. | 112.2 in. | |||
2017 Audi A4 Ranked #3 | 186.1 in. | 72.5 in. | 56.2 in. | 7 in. | 111 in. | |||
2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Ranked #4 | 184.5 in. | 71.3 in. | 56.8 in. | 4.1 in. | 111.8 in. | |||
2017 Jaguar XE Ranked #5 | 183.9 in. | 72.8 in. | 55.7 in. | 4 in. | 111.6 in. |
Car Name | Trunk Capacity | Passenger Volume | Max Trunk Volume | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2017 Lexus IS 300 Ranked #10 | 10.8 cu.ft. | 90.2 cu.ft. | - | |||
2017 Jaguar XE Ranked #1 | 14.7 cu.ft. | 91 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. | |||
2017 Cadillac ATS Ranked #2 | 10.4 cu.ft. | 91 cu.ft. | 10.4 cu.ft. | |||
2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Ranked #3 | - | 88.2 cu.ft. | 53.2 cu.ft. | |||
2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Ranked #4 | 21.7 cu.ft. | 95.4 cu.ft. | 49.5 cu.ft. | |||
2017 BMW 3 Series Ranked #5 | 13 cu.ft. | 64 cu.ft. | 15.2 cu.ft. |
Car Name | Cargo Volume | Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area | Max Cargo Volume | Bed Length | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2017 Lexus IS 300 Ranked #1 | - | 10.8 cu.ft. | - | - | |||
2017 Cadillac ATS Ranked #2 | 98.2 cu.ft. | 10.4 cu.ft. | 10.4 cu.ft. | 98 ft. | |||
2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Ranked #3 | 49.5 cu.ft. | 21.7 cu.ft. | 49.5 cu.ft. | 144 ft. | |||
2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Ranked #4 | 53.2 cu.ft. | - | 53.2 cu.ft. | - | |||
2017 Volvo S60 Ranked #5 | - | 12 cu.ft. | - | - | |||
2017 Infiniti Q50 Ranked #6 | 13.2 cu.ft. | 13.2 cu.ft. | 13.2 cu.ft. | - |
Car Name | Towing Capacity | Payload Capacity | Weight | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2017 Lexus IS 300 Ranked #3 | - | 825 lbs. | 3737 lbs. | |||
2017 Volvo S60 Ranked #1 | 3500 lbs. | 890 lbs. | 3619 lbs. | |||
2017 Cadillac ATS Ranked #2 | 1000 lbs. | - | 3373 lbs. | |||
2017 Acura TLX Ranked #3 | - | 959 lbs. | 3483 lbs. | |||
2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Ranked #3 | - | 1070 lbs. | 3274 lbs. | |||
2017 BMW 3 Series Ranked #3 | - | 900 lbs. | 3510 lbs. |
