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2021 Lexus
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| Invoice* | $37,468 to $45,749 | $39,104 to $40,984 |
| MPG - City | 22 | 23 |
| MPG - Hwy | 31 - 32 | 33 - 35 |
| Engine(s) | V-6 | Inline-4 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years/50,000 miles | 4 years/50,000 miles |
| Overall Safety Rating** |
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Not Tested |
| Frontal Crash Rating** |
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Not Tested |
| Side Crash Rating** |
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Not Tested |
**Vehicle crash and safety data is provided by NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA testing was established by Congress to reduce highway deaths and injuries.
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lexus ES 350 than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the Lexus ES 350 may be a little roomier and more comfortable for the driver and front seat passengers.
Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class requires fewer visits to the gas station than the Lexus ES 350, making it more convenient to drive.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Lexus ES 350 is somewhat more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. The Lexus ES 350 and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class have similar Destination Charges.
Dimensions
Since the Lexus ES 350 is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Lexus ES 350, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Drivetrain
With similar torque, the Lexus ES 350 and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class do an equal job of transmitting their engine's power to their wheels.
Handling
The Lexus ES 350 has a larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Lexus ES 350 is somewhat more powerful than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Lexus ES 350 and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
With its significantly greater cargo capacity, the Lexus ES 350 will be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Warranty
The Lexus ES 350 comes with essentially the same basic warranty as the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.