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Chrysler 300 vs Lexus HS250h

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2023 Chrysler 300

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2012 Lexus HS250h

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Overview

SpecChrysler 300TouringLexus HS250h250h
Selected trimTouring250h
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20232012

Pricing & market

SpecChrysler 300TouringLexus HS250h250h
MSRP$34,295 (best)$37,030
Lowest listing price$16,678 (best)—
Median listing price$23,155 (best)—
Highest listing price$34,423 (best)—
For sale now10 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecChrysler 300TouringLexus HS250h250h
Combined MPG23 MPG35 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG35 MPG (best)
Highway MPG30 MPG34 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (best)14.5 gal

Performance

SpecChrysler 300TouringLexus HS250h250h
Horsepower292 hp (best)187 hp
Torque260 lb-ft (best)—
Engine size3.6 L (best)2.4 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecChrysler 300TouringLexus HS250h250h
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume16.3 cu ft (best)12.1 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,013 lbs3,682 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—6.1 in (best)
Wheelbase120 in (best)106.3 in
Length198.6 in (best)184.8 in
Width75 in (best)70.3 in
Height—59.3 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecChrysler 300TouringLexus HS250h250h
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None 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.

TrimChrysler 300Lexus HS250h
1

Touring

$34,295 MSRP(Currently comparing)

250h

$37,030 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Touring

$37,045 MSRP

250h Premium

$39,800 MSRP

3

Touring L

$37,495 MSRP

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4

Touring L

$39,745 MSRP

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5

S

$42,805 MSRP

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6

S

$46,350 MSRP

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7

C

$55,000 MSRP

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Chrysler 300 vs Lexus HS250h FAQ

Which is better: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2012 Lexus HS250h?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2023 Chrysler 300 vs 2012 Lexus HS250h on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2012 Lexus HS250h?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2023 Chrysler 300 starts lower at $34,295. Live Chrysler 300 listings start at $16,678.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2012 Lexus HS250h?
The 2023 Chrysler 300 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (34,295).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2012 Lexus HS250h?
The 2012 Lexus HS250h leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (35).
Which has better horsepower: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2012 Lexus HS250h?
The 2023 Chrysler 300 leads on horsepower in this comparison (485).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2012 Lexus HS250h?
The 2023 Chrysler 300 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2023 Chrysler 300 vs 2012 Lexus HS250h?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chrysler 300 (4/5 NHTSA overall).