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Kia Cadenza vs Lexus IS200t

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

Vehicles

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2020 Kia Cadenza

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2017 Lexus IS200t

Overview

SpecKia CadenzaTechnologyLexus IS200t200t
Selected trimTechnology200t
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20202017

Pricing & market

SpecKia CadenzaTechnologyLexus IS200t200t
MSRP$37,850$37,825 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecKia CadenzaTechnologyLexus IS200t200t
Combined MPG23 MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG28 MPG32 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (best)17.4 gal

Performance

SpecKia CadenzaTechnologyLexus IS200t200t
Horsepower290 hp (best)241 hp
Torque253 lb-ft258 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.3 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecKia CadenzaTechnologyLexus IS200t200t
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume16 cu ft (best)10.8 cu ft
Payload—1,047 lbs (best)
Curb weight—3,583 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—5.3 in (best)
Wheelbase112.4 in (best)110.2 in
Length195.7 in (best)184.3 in
Width73.6 in (best)71.3 in
Height57.9 in (best)56.3 in

Safety & recalls

SpecKia CadenzaTechnologyLexus IS200t200t
NHTSA overall—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1 (best)2

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.

TrimKia CadenzaLexus IS200t
1

Technology

$37,850 MSRP(Currently comparing)

200t

$37,825 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Limited

$43,550 MSRP

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Kia Cadenza vs Lexus IS200t FAQ

Which is better: 2020 Kia Cadenza or 2017 Lexus IS200t?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Kia Cadenza vs 2017 Lexus IS200t on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2020 Kia Cadenza or 2017 Lexus IS200t?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Lexus IS200t starts lower at $37,825.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Kia Cadenza or 2017 Lexus IS200t?
The 2017 Lexus IS200t leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (37,825).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Kia Cadenza or 2017 Lexus IS200t?
The 2017 Lexus IS200t leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2020 Kia Cadenza or 2017 Lexus IS200t?
The 2020 Kia Cadenza leads on horsepower in this comparison (290).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Kia Cadenza vs 2017 Lexus IS200t?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Lexus IS200t (5/5 NHTSA overall).