INFINITI Q50 vs Lexus IS350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Lexus IS350
Overview
| Spec | INFINITI Q50LUXE | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LUXE | 350 F SPORT Design |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2024 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | INFINITI Q50LUXE | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43,050 (best) | $45,500 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | INFINITI Q50LUXE | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 20 gal (best) | 17.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | INFINITI Q50LUXE | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 311 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 280 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | INFINITI Q50LUXE | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.5 cu ft (best) | 10.8 cu ft |
| Payload | 1,199 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,781 lbs (best) | 3,792 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in (best) | 110.2 in |
| Length | 189.6 in (best) | 185.8 in |
| Width | 71.8 in | 72.4 in (best) |
| Height | 56.8 in (best) | 56.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | INFINITI Q50LUXE | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 Q50 | Lexus IS350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LUXE $43,050 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 350 F SPORT Design $45,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LUXE $45,050 MSRP | 350 F SPORT Design $47,500 MSRP |
| 3 | SENSORY $48,750 MSRP | 350 F SPORT $47,950 MSRP |
| 4 | SENSORY $50,750 MSRP | 350 F SPORT $49,950 MSRP |
| 5 | RED SPORT 400 $56,900 MSRP | — |
| 6 | RED SPORT 400 $58,900 MSRP | — |
INFINITI Q50 vs Lexus IS350 FAQ
- Which is better: 2024 INFINITI Q50 or 2026 Lexus IS350?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2024 INFINITI Q50 vs 2026 Lexus IS350 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2024 INFINITI Q50 or 2026 Lexus IS350?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2024 INFINITI Q50 starts lower at $43,050.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2024 INFINITI Q50 or 2026 Lexus IS350?
- The 2024 INFINITI Q50 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (43,050).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2024 INFINITI Q50 or 2026 Lexus IS350?
- The 2024 INFINITI Q50 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better horsepower: 2024 INFINITI Q50 or 2026 Lexus IS350?
- The 2024 INFINITI Q50 leads on horsepower in this comparison (400).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2024 INFINITI Q50 vs 2026 Lexus IS350?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: INFINITI Q50 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).