Lexus IS vs Lexus NX
Overview | |
Years produced2015-Present | Years produced2001-Present |
MSRP$44,825 | MSRP$39,125 |
Listings899 | Listings339 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryAfter a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. If you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 275 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower275 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 275 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower275 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.7 cu ft | Cargo Space10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight4035 lbs | Curb Weight3715 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height56.5 in |
Length183.5 in | Length185.4 in |
Width73.4 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase105.9 in | Wheelbase110.2 in |
Maximum Payload895 lbs | Maximum Payload825 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Standard Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2015-Present | 2001-Present |
MSRP | $44,825 | $39,125 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | After a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. If you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 275 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 275 hp @ 6000 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 275 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower | 275 hp @ 6000 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.7 cu ft | 10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4035 lbs | 3715 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 183.5 in | 185.4 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 110.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 895 lbs | 825 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |

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