2024 Honda Civic vs. 2024 Lexus IS 350 Review

Picture of the 2024 Honda Civic

2024 Honda
Civic

MSRP*: $23,950 to $30,550
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Picture of the 2024 Lexus IS 350

2024 Lexus
IS 350

MSRP*: $43,260 to $46,510
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MPG - City 30 - 33 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 37 - 42 MPG 26 - 28 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 158-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 180-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 311-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 158 - 180 hp 311 hp
Exterior Length 184.0 in 185.4 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 44.8 in
Rear 32.2 in
Head Room Front 37.6 - 39.3 in
Rear 37.1 in
Front 38.2 in
Rear 36.9 in

*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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda Civic than the Lexus IS 350. Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Honda Civic, drivers may find the Lexus IS 350 a little roomier and somewhat more comfortable.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda Civic as you will with the Lexus IS 350, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

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). Based on MSRP, the Honda Civic is clearly a better financial choice over the Lexus IS 350.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Civic is much slimmer than the Lexus IS 350, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Honda Civic takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Lexus IS 350.

Handling
The Honda Civic has a significantly larger turning radius than the Lexus IS 350, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Honda Civic is significantly less powerful than the Lexus IS 350. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Honda Civic has much less torque than the Lexus IS 350, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Honda Civic and the Lexus IS 350.