Acura ILX vs Lexus IS
Overview | |
Years produced2013-2022 | Years produced2001-Present |
MSRP$27,300 | MSRP$45,500 |
Listings90 | Listings356 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryLexus refreshed the IS for the 2026 model year, infusing it with the latest digital instrumentation, infotainment, and driver assistance technologies. It also updated the exterior and interior, retuned the steering and suspension, and refined the driving experience. However, the lineup loses the IS 300 with the lower-powered V6 engine and the IS 500 with the thundering 5.0-litre V8, leaving a V6-powered IS 350 with standard all-wheel drive (AWD) as the sole model in Canada. Verdict: The 2026 Lexus IS 350 is enjoyable to drive, exudes quality, and boasts a long-standing reputation for reliability. For those who want a small sports sedan with such characteristics, this is the car. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 201 hp I4 | Engine3.5L 311 hp V6 |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower201 hp @ 6800 rpm | Horsepower311 hp @ 6600 rpm |
MPG City24 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 201 hp I4 | Engine Name3.5L 311 hp V6 |
Torque180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | Torque280 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower201 hp @ 6800 rpm | Horsepower311 hp @ 6600 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.4 cu ft | Cargo Space10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3095 lbs | Curb Weight3792 lbs |
Height55.6 in | Height56.5 in |
Length182.2 in | Length185.8 in |
Width70.6 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase105.1 in | Wheelbase110.2 in |
Maximum Payload906 lbs | Maximum Payload908 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2013-2022 | 2001-Present |
MSRP | $27,300 | $45,500 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | |
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Summary | Lexus refreshed the IS for the 2026 model year, infusing it with the latest digital instrumentation, infotainment, and driver assistance technologies. It also updated the exterior and interior, retuned the steering and suspension, and refined the driving experience. However, the lineup loses the IS 300 with the lower-powered V6 engine and the IS 500 with the thundering 5.0-litre V8, leaving a V6-powered IS 350 with standard all-wheel drive (AWD) as the sole model in Canada. Verdict: The 2026 Lexus IS 350 is enjoyable to drive, exudes quality, and boasts a long-standing reputation for reliability. For those who want a small sports sedan with such characteristics, this is the car. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 201 hp I4 | 3.5L 311 hp V6 |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 201 hp @ 6800 rpm | 311 hp @ 6600 rpm |
MPG City | 24 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 201 hp I4 | 3.5L 311 hp V6 |
Torque | 180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | 280 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower | 201 hp @ 6800 rpm | 311 hp @ 6600 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.4 cu ft | 10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3095 lbs | 3792 lbs |
Height | 55.6 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 182.2 in | 185.8 in |
Width | 70.6 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 110.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 906 lbs | 908 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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