Lexus ES250 vs Lexus IS350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Lexus IS350
Overview
| Spec | Lexus ES250250 | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 250 | 350 F SPORT Design |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lexus ES250250 | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42,140 (best) | $45,500 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lexus ES250250 | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Lexus ES250250 | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 203 hp | 311 hp (best) |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lexus ES250250 | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.9 cu ft (best) | 10.8 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,780 lbs (best) | 3,792 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 113 in (best) | 110.2 in |
| Length | 195.9 in (best) | 185.8 in |
| Width | 73.4 in (best) | 72.4 in |
| Height | 57.1 in (best) | 56.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lexus ES250250 | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Lexus ES250 | Lexus IS350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 250 $42,140 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 350 F SPORT Design $45,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 250 F SPORT Design $46,725 MSRP | 350 F SPORT Design $47,500 MSRP |
| 3 | 250 Luxury $47,310 MSRP | 350 F SPORT $47,950 MSRP |
| 4 | 250 Ultra Luxury $51,030 MSRP | 350 F SPORT $49,950 MSRP |