Acura RLX vs Lexus GS350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2020 Lexus GS350
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLXP-AWS | Lexus GS350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | P-AWS | 350 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2020 | 2020 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLXP-AWS | Lexus GS350350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $54,900 | $51,065 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLXP-AWS | Lexus GS350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 17.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLXP-AWS | Lexus GS350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 310 hp | 311 hp (best) |
| Torque | 272 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLXP-AWS | Lexus GS350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14.9 cu ft | 18.4 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,069 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,977 lbs | 3,891 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 4.5 in | 5.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 112.2 in |
| Length | 198.1 in (best) | 192.1 in |
| Width | 74.4 in (best) | 72.4 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 57.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLXP-AWS | Lexus GS350350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RLX | Lexus GS350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | P-AWS $54,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 350 $51,395 MSRP |
| 2 | Sport Hybrid SH-AWD $61,900 MSRP | 350 $51,065 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 3 | — | 350 F SPORT $52,760 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 350 F SPORT $54,505 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 350 F SPORT Black Line $53,410 MSRP |
| 6 | — | 350 F SPORT Black Line $55,155 MSRP |
Acura RLX vs Lexus GS350 FAQ
- Which is better: 2020 Acura RLX or 2020 Lexus GS350?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Acura RLX vs 2020 Lexus GS350 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2020 Acura RLX or 2020 Lexus GS350?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2020 Lexus GS350 starts lower at $51,065.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Acura RLX or 2020 Lexus GS350?
- The 2020 Lexus GS350 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (51,065).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Acura RLX or 2020 Lexus GS350?
- The 2020 Acura RLX leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
- Which has better horsepower: 2020 Acura RLX or 2020 Lexus GS350?
- The 2020 Acura RLX leads on horsepower in this comparison (377).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Acura RLX vs 2020 Lexus GS350?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura RLX (5/5 NHTSA overall).