Kia Stinger vs Lexus IS350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Lexus IS350
Overview
| Spec | Kia StingerGT-Line | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | GT-Line | 350 F SPORT Design |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2023 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia StingerGT-Line | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $36,690 (best) | $45,500 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia StingerGT-Line | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Kia StingerGT-Line | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 311 hp (best) |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft (best) | 280 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia StingerGT-Line | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 23.3 cu ft (best) | 10.8 cu ft |
| Payload | 1,036 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,814 lbs | 3,792 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 114.4 in (best) | 110.2 in |
| Length | 190.2 in (best) | 185.8 in |
| Width | 73.6 in (best) | 72.4 in |
| Height | 55.1 in | 56.5 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia StingerGT-Line | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 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) | 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 | Kia Stinger | Lexus IS350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GT-Line $36,690 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 350 F SPORT Design $45,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | GT-Line $38,890 MSRP | 350 F SPORT Design $47,500 MSRP |
| 3 | GT2 $51,890 MSRP | 350 F SPORT $47,950 MSRP |
| 4 | GT2 $54,090 MSRP | 350 F SPORT $49,950 MSRP |