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Compare Lexus IS vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan

Lexus IS
2023 Lexus IS
Select configuration:
$40,085
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.9
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan
2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan
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$44,850
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.8
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 31 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 36 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
10.8 ft³
Trunk Volume
12.6 ft³

Photos

Lexus IS
2021-2023 Lexus IS Rear Angle View
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2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
241 hp @ 5200 rpm
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm
295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,715 lbs
3,825 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
25 MPG
29 MPG
City
21 MPG
25 MPG
Highway
31 MPG
36 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.4 Tons/yr
6.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
17.4 gallons
Cruising Range City
365.4 miles
435 miles
Cruising Range Highway
539.4 miles
626.4 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
185.4 in
187 in
Height
56.5 in
56.6 in
Max Width
72.4 in
71.7 in
Front Width
62.2 in
62.3 in
Rear Width
62 in
62.8 in
Wheelbase
110.2 in
112.8 in
Ground Clearance
5.5 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
44.8 in
41.7 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.2 in
37.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.9 in
56.3 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.3 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
32.2 in
36 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.9 in
37.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53.4 in
55.6 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
54 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
10.8 ft³
12.6 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
34.2 ft
36.3 ft

Wheels

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

Suspension

Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P235/45VR18
P225/45HR18
Rear Tire
P235/45VR18
P245/40HR18
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Atomic Silver
  • Caviar
  • Cloudburst Gray
  • Eminent White Pearl
  • Grecian Water
  • Iridium
  • Matador Red Mica
  • Black
  • Polar White

Optional Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Cirrus Silver Metallic
  • Graphite Grey Metallic
  • Lunar Blue Metallic, Built out:11/30/2022.
  • Mojave Silver Metallic
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Selenite Grey Metallic
  • Starling Blue Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Cardinal Red Metallic, Built out:11/30/2022.
  • MANUFAKTUR Moonlight White Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Selenite Grey Magno

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Perforated NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Glazed Caramel, Perforated NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Glazed Carmel, Perforated NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Rioja Red, Perforated NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • AMG Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • AMG Neva Grey, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • AMG Sienna Brown/Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Macchiato Beige, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Sienna Brown/Black, MB-Tex Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

N/A
  • AMG Black, Leather Upholstery
  • AMG Power Red/Black, Leather Upholstery
  • AMG Sienna Brown/Black, Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

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

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Seats
Not Available
Optional
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Optional
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Standard

Comfort

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

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Optional
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Optional
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Optional
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Optional

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
6 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain
6 Years / 70,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Maintenance
1 Years / 10,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
N/A
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
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