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2011 Lexus IS 350

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Rating8.1

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Compact Sedan
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$39,720 - $42,180
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on August 25, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

Vibrant and smooth V6 engine

Cramped rear row

Updated styling and AWD are now optional

Comfy and pleasant ride

Rivals offer a much sportier ride and handling

Few drivers assist features are discontinued

Upscale and refined interiors

Specs & Features

$39,720

price

306 hp @ 6400 rpm

horsepower

277 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.5L 6cyl RWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the compact sedan segment, the 2011 Lexus IS 350 Sedan is a direct competitor to the Volvo S60, the BMW 3 Series, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. With a single trim in the lineup, the 2011 Lexus IS 350 Sedan starts off at an MSRP of $39,720, going all the way up to $42,180 for the AWD model. It is offered with a 3.5L V6 engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, producing 306 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the IS 350 manages a 0-60 of 5.6 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 22 MPG.

Buying Advice

With a single trim and very few options, we are left with very few choices. We recommend opting for the F Sport package for a more sporty driving experience. 

Trims

    Base
    $39,720 onwards
    • 17-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Front passenger Lumbar support
    • Heated mirrors
    • Leather Seat trim
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof

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Price

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Engine

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Rating

8.1

Horsepower

306 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque

277 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

Capacity

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2011 Lexus IS 350 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		5.2 sec13.9 sec-
    2011 Audi S4

    Ranked #1

    		4.9 sec13.2 sec155 mph
    		5.3 sec13.6 sec-
    		5.5 sec13.8 sec-
    		5.7 sec14.2 sec130 mph
    		5.9 sec14.7 sec130 mph -
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    2011 Lexus IS 350 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		20 mpg27 mpg22 mpg17.1 gal.342/461.7 mi.
      		23 mpg34 mpg27 mpg18.5 gal.425.5/629 mi.
      2011 Audi A4

      Ranked #2

      		22 mpg30 mpg26 mpg17.2 gal.376.2/513 mi.
      		22 mpg33 mpg26 mpg18.5 gal.407/610.5 mi.
      		21 mpg30 mpg24 mpg15.9 gal.333.9/477 mi.
      		21 mpg31 mpg24 mpg18.5 gal.388.5/536.5 mi.

      2011 Lexus IS 350 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		180.3 in.70.9 in.56.1 in.5.7 in.107.4 in.
        		197.6 in.72.8 in.58.5 in.5.3 in.111 in.
        		194.1 in.72.7 in.58.1 in.6 in.110.2 in.
        2011 Audi A6

        Ranked #3

        		193.5 in.73 in.57.4 in.4.6 in.111.9 in.
        		189.2 in.71.7 in.57.9 in.5.5 in.109.3 in.
        		187.9 in.69.8 in.57.8 in.4.9 in.112.2 in.

        2011 Lexus IS 350 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		13.3 cu.ft.85.7 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.
          		14 cu.ft.94.5 cu.ft.72.6 cu.ft.
          		13.5 cu.ft.99 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.
          2011 Audi S4

          Ranked #3

          		12 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.34 cu.ft.
          		13.5 cu.ft.99 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.
          		13.5 cu.ft.99 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.

          2011 Lexus IS 350 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		15.9 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.-
            2011 Audi A6

            Ranked #2

            		4.2 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.4.2 cu.ft.-
            		41 cu.ft.41 cu.ft.41 cu.ft.98 ft.
            		31.2 cu.ft.12.6 cu.ft.31.2 cu.ft.-
            		68.6 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.-
            		9.7 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.9.7 cu.ft.-

            2011 Lexus IS 350 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		-949 lbs.3527 lbs.
              		2000 lbs.1087 lbs.3338 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.925 lbs.3263 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.850 lbs.3400 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.870 lbs.3572 lbs.
              		-1113 lbs.3534 lbs.

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