Acura TL vs Lexus IS250
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2015 Lexus IS250
Overview
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Lexus IS250250 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 250 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2014 | 2015 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Lexus IS250250 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $36,030 (best) | $36,550 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Lexus IS250250 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 17.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Lexus IS250250 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 280 hp (best) | 204 hp |
| Torque | 254 lb-ft (best) | 185 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Lexus IS250250 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 13.8 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,169 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,726 lbs | 3,461 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 110.2 in (best) |
| Length | 194 in (best) | 183.7 in |
| Width | 74 in (best) | 71.3 in |
| Height | 57.2 in (best) | 56.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Lexus IS250250 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 3 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | 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 TL | Lexus IS250 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $36,030 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 250 $36,550 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Special Edition $37,530 MSRP | 250 $39,085 MSRP |
| 3 | SH-AWD $39,580 MSRP | 250 Crafted Line $41,440 MSRP |
| 4 | SH-AWD $43,310 MSRP | 250 Crafted Line $43,690 MSRP |
| 5 | SH-AWD $43,310 MSRP | 250 C $43,360 MSRP |
| 6 | SH-AWD $45,510 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Technology Package $39,760 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Advance Package $41,960 MSRP | — |
Acura TL vs Lexus IS250 FAQ
- Which is better: 2014 Acura TL or 2015 Lexus IS250?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2014 Acura TL vs 2015 Lexus IS250 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2014 Acura TL or 2015 Lexus IS250?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2014 Acura TL starts lower at $36,030.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2014 Acura TL or 2015 Lexus IS250?
- The 2014 Acura TL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (36,030).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2014 Acura TL or 2015 Lexus IS250?
- The 2015 Lexus IS250 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 2014 Acura TL or 2015 Lexus IS250?
- The 2014 Acura TL leads on horsepower in this comparison (305).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2014 Acura TL vs 2015 Lexus IS250?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura TL (4/5 NHTSA overall); Lexus IS250 (5/5 NHTSA overall).