Lexus IS250 vs Lincoln MKZ
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2020 Lincoln MKZ
Overview
| Spec | Lexus IS250250 | Lincoln MKZBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 250 | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2015 | 2020 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lexus IS250250 | Lincoln MKZBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $36,550 (best) | $36,750 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lexus IS250250 | Lincoln MKZBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17.4 gal (best) | 16.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Lexus IS250250 | Lincoln MKZBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 204 hp | 245 hp (best) |
| Torque | 185 lb-ft | 275 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lexus IS250250 | Lincoln MKZBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.8 cu ft | 15.4 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,169 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,461 lbs (best) | 3,749 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 112.2 in (best) |
| Length | 183.7 in | 193.9 in (best) |
| Width | 71.3 in | 73.4 in (best) |
| Height | 56.3 in | 58.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lexus IS250250 | Lincoln MKZBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| 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 IS250 | Lincoln MKZ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 250 $36,550 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $36,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 250 $39,085 MSRP | Base $38,750 MSRP |
| 3 | 250 Crafted Line $41,440 MSRP | Hybrid Reserve $42,500 MSRP |
| 4 | 250 Crafted Line $43,690 MSRP | Reserve $42,500 MSRP |
| 5 | 250 C $43,360 MSRP | Reserve $44,500 MSRP |