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Compare Lexus IS vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan

Lexus IS
2021 Lexus IS
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Starting Price (MSRP)
7.9
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan
2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan
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$41,400
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.5
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Overview

Engine
3.5-liter V6 Gas
Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
N/A
Fuel Economy
City: 24 MPG
Hwy: 35 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
N/A
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
Seating Capacity
N/A
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
N/A
Trunk Volume
12.6 ft³

Photos

Lexus IS
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
19
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan
2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Rear Angle View
2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.5-liter V6 Gas
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
260 hp
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
236 lb-ft
273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
N/A
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
N/A
36.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
N/A
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
N/A
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
N/A
18" x 8.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
N/A
Strut
Rear Suspension
N/A
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
N/A
P225/45HR18
Rear Tire
N/A
P245/40HR18

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
N/A
28 MPG
City
N/A
24 MPG
Highway
N/A
35 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
N/A
6.3 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
N/A
17.4 gallons
Cruising Range City
N/A
417.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
N/A
609 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
185.24 in
184.5 in
Height
56.49 in
57 in
Max Width
N/A
71.3 in
Front Width
72.4 in
61.5 in
Rear Width
N/A
60.9 in
Wheelbase
110.2 in
111.8 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
3.8 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
N/A
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
N/A
41.7 in
Front Seat Headroom
N/A
37.1 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
N/A
55.3 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
N/A
35.2 in
Rear Seat Headroom
N/A
37.1 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
N/A
55 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
N/A
3,472 lbs

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
N/A
12.6 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Black
  • Polar White

Optional Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Brilliant Blue Metallic
  • Iridium Silver Metallic
  • Lunar Blue Metallic
  • Mojave Silver Metallic
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Selenite Grey Metallic
  • designo Cardinal Red Metallic
  • designo Diamond White Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

N/A
  • AMG Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • AMG Saddle Brown, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • AMG Silk Beige, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • designo Platinum White, designo Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Magma Grey, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Silk Beige, MB-Tex Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

N/A
  • AMG Black, Leather Upholstery
  • AMG Cranberry Red, Leather Upholstery
  • AMG Silk Beige, Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Magma Grey, Leather Upholstery
  • Saddle Brown/Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Silk Beige, Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Not Available
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Not Available
Optional
Premium Sound System
Not Available
Optional
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Optional
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Not Available
Standard
MP3 Player
Not Available
Standard

Interior Trim

Cloth Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Not Available
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Not Available
Optional
Navigation System
Not Available
Optional
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Not Available
Standard
Power Liftgate
Not Available
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Not Available
Standard
A/C
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Optional
Automatic Parking
Not Available
Optional
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Optional
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Not Available
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Optional
Heated Steering Wheel
Not Available
Optional
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Not Available
Optional
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Seat Memory
Not Available
Optional
Universal Garage Door Opener
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Optional
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Optional
ABS
Not Available
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
N/A
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
N/A
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain
N/A
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
N/A
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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