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2021 Lexus IS 350

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Rating7.7
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$42,950 - $44,950
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on July 10, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Aggressive design

Rear seats need more room

Handling improvements

Driver-centric cabin

No turbocharged engine

Few exterior elements get refreshed

Stable drive

Limited cabin storage space

Updated infotainment system

Ample of features and options

Specs & Features

$42,950

price

311 hp @ 6600 rpm

horsepower

280 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.5L 6cyl RWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2021 Lexus IS 350 makes for an excellent contender in the sedan class. With standalone F Sport trim on offer, the Lexus IS 350 has a base MSRP of $42,950. It competes directly with the Genesis G70, the Alfa Romeo Giulia, and the Audi A4. Only a 3.5L V6 engine is offered with an 8-speed automatic transmission when the rear-wheel-drive drivetrain is selected. With an all-wheel-drive system, the engine is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. With either transmission, the 6-cylinder motor produces 311 horsepower and 380 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 5.6 seconds, the IS 350 maintains a combined fuel economy of 23 MPG. Lexus offers the IS 350 in 8 stunning colors, with the Atomic Silver being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

We believe the $4,200 Dynamic Handling Package will complement the 2021 Lexus IS 350’s style and performance. As to which drivetrain to select, the rear-wheel-drive is more suitable instead of the AWD which brings 6-speed auto transmission.

Trims

    F Sport
    $42,950 onwards
    • Engine: 3.5L 6cyl RWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 311 hp @ 6600 rpm hp
    • Torque: 280 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.6 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg

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2021 Lexus IS 350 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		5.6 sec13.9 sec-
    		5.5 sec14.0 sec142 mph
    		5.5 sec13.8 sec152 mph
    		5.6 sec14.1 sec130 mph
    2021 Audi A4

    Ranked #3

    		6.3 sec15.4 sec130 mph
    		6.36 sec14.9 sec144 mph
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    2021 Lexus IS 350 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg17.4 gal.348/487.2 mi.
      		26 mpg36 mpg30 mpg15.6 gal.405.6/561.6 mi.
      		24 mpg33 mpg27 mpg15.3 gal.367.2/504.9 mi.
      2021 Audi A4

      Ranked #2

      		25 mpg31 mpg27 mpg15.3 gal.382.5/520.2 mi.
      		23 mpg35 mpg27 mpg17.4 gal.400.2/609 mi.
      		22 mpg31 mpg25 mpg15.9 gal.349.8/492.9 mi.

      2021 Lexus IS 350 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		185.4 in.72.4 in.56.5 in.5.5 in.110.2 in.
        		194.6 in.75.2 in.56.4 in.5.3 in.113 in.
        		189.6 in.71.8 in.57.2 in.5 in.112.2 in.
        2021 Audi A4

        Ranked #3

        		187.5 in.72.7 in.56.2 in.5.2 in.111 in.
        		185.7 in.71.9 in.56.8 in.5.7 in.112.2 in.
        		184.5 in.71.3 in.56.8 in.3.8 in.111.8 in.

        2021 Lexus IS 350 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		10.8 cu.ft.90.2 cu.ft.68.9 cu.ft.
          		13 cu.ft.143.2 cu.ft.72.2 cu.ft.
          		12.6 cu.ft.-48.9 cu.ft.
          		12 cu.ft.97.4 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.
          		13.5 cu.ft.101.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.
          		13.5 cu.ft.93.4 cu.ft.15.7 cu.ft.

          2021 Lexus IS 350 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		68.9 cu.ft.10.8 cu.ft.68.9 cu.ft.-
            		48.9 cu.ft.12.6 cu.ft.48.9 cu.ft.-
            		13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.-
            2021 Audi A4

            Ranked #4

            		-12 cu.ft.-60 ft.
            		5.2 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.15.7 cu.ft.-
            		72.2 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.72.2 cu.ft.76 ft.

            2021 Lexus IS 350 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		952 lbs.3748 lbs.
              		1158 lbs.3472 lbs.
              		905 lbs.3521 lbs. -
              		1295 lbs.3685 lbs.
              		-3709 lbs.
              		825 lbs.3582 lbs.

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              0-60 : 5.6 sec

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