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Chrysler 300 vs Lexus IS250

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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2015 Lexus IS250

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Overview

SpecChrysler 300TouringLexus IS250250
Selected trimTouring250
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20232015

Pricing & market

SpecChrysler 300TouringLexus IS250250
MSRP$34,295 (best)$36,550
Lowest listing price$16,678 (best)—
Median listing price$23,000 (best)—
Highest listing price$34,423 (best)—
For sale now11 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecChrysler 300TouringLexus IS250250
Combined MPG23 MPG24 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG30 MPG30 MPG
Fuel tank18.5 gal (best)17.4 gal

Performance

SpecChrysler 300TouringLexus IS250250
Horsepower292 hp (best)204 hp
Torque260 lb-ft (best)185 lb-ft
Engine size3.6 L (best)2.5 L
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecChrysler 300TouringLexus IS250250
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume16.3 cu ft (best)13.8 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)—
Payload—1,169 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,013 lbs3,461 lbs (best)
Wheelbase120 in (best)110.2 in
Length198.6 in (best)183.7 in
Width75 in (best)71.3 in
Height—56.3 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecChrysler 300TouringLexus IS250250
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★5 / 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 IS250
1

Touring

$34,295 MSRP(Currently comparing)

250

$36,550 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Touring

$37,045 MSRP

250

$39,085 MSRP

3

Touring L

$37,495 MSRP

250 Crafted Line

$41,440 MSRP

4

Touring L

$39,745 MSRP

250 Crafted Line

$43,690 MSRP

5

S

$42,805 MSRP

250 C

$43,360 MSRP

6

S

$46,350 MSRP

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7

C

$55,000 MSRP

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Chrysler 300 vs Lexus IS250 FAQ

Which is better: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2015 Lexus IS250?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2023 Chrysler 300 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: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2015 Lexus IS250?
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 2015 Lexus IS250?
The 2023 Chrysler 300 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (34,295).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2015 Lexus IS250?
The 2015 Lexus IS250 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2015 Lexus IS250?
The 2023 Chrysler 300 leads on horsepower in this comparison (485).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2015 Lexus IS250?
The 2023 Chrysler 300 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2023 Chrysler 300 vs 2015 Lexus IS250?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chrysler 300 (4/5 NHTSA overall); Lexus IS250 (5/5 NHTSA overall).