INFINITI I35 vs Lexus IS300
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Lexus IS300
Overview
| Spec | INFINITI I3535 | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 35 | 300 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2004 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | INFINITI I3535 | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,600 (best) | $40,535 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | INFINITI I3535 | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 17.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | INFINITI I3535 | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp (best) | 241 hp |
| Torque | 246 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | INFINITI I3535 | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14.9 cu ft (best) | 10.8 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | — | 975 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,306 lbs (best) | 3,715 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.3 in (best) | 5.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 110.2 in (best) |
| Length | 193.7 in (best) | 185.4 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 72.4 in (best) |
| Height | 57 in (best) | 56.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | INFINITI I3535 | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| 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 | INFINITI I35 | Lexus IS300 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35 $30,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 300 $40,535 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | 300 $42,535 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 300 F SPORT Design $42,505 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 300 F SPORT Design $44,545 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 300 F SPORT $44,580 MSRP |
| 6 | — | 300 F SPORT $46,620 MSRP |
INFINITI I35 vs Lexus IS300 FAQ
- Which is better: 2004 INFINITI I35 or 2025 Lexus IS300?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2004 INFINITI I35 vs 2025 Lexus IS300 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2004 INFINITI I35 or 2025 Lexus IS300?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2004 INFINITI I35 starts lower at $30,600.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2004 INFINITI I35 or 2025 Lexus IS300?
- The 2004 INFINITI I35 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,600).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2004 INFINITI I35 or 2025 Lexus IS300?
- The 2025 Lexus IS300 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
- Which has better horsepower: 2004 INFINITI I35 or 2025 Lexus IS300?
- The 2025 Lexus IS300 leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2004 INFINITI I35 or 2025 Lexus IS300?
- The 2004 INFINITI I35 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).