Lexus IS300 vs Mercedes-Benz CLA250
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250
Overview
| Spec | Lexus IS300300 | Mercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 300 | CLA 250 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lexus IS300300 | Mercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,535 (best) | $42,750 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lexus IS300300 | Mercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 21 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 36 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17.4 gal (best) | 13.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Lexus IS300300 | Mercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 241 hp (best) | 221 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lexus IS300300 | Mercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 10.8 cu ft | 11.6 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 975 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,715 lbs | 3,494 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in (best) | 107.4 in |
| Length | 185.4 in (best) | 184.6 in |
| Width | 72.4 in (best) | 72 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 56.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lexus IS300300 | Mercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 IS300 | Mercedes-Benz CLA250 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 300 $40,535 MSRP(Currently comparing) | CLA 250 $42,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 300 $42,535 MSRP | CLA 250 4MATIC $44,750 MSRP |
| 3 | 300 F SPORT Design $42,505 MSRP | — |
| 4 | 300 F SPORT Design $44,545 MSRP | — |
| 5 | 300 F SPORT $44,580 MSRP | — |
| 6 | 300 F SPORT $46,620 MSRP | — |