2024 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2023 Volkswagen Arteon Review

Picture of the 2024 Lexus ES 350

2024 Lexus
ES 350

MSRP*: $42,040 to $50,930
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Picture of the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon

2023 Volkswagen
Arteon

MSRP*: $43,010 to $50,175
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MPG - City 22 MPG 22 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 31 - 32 MPG 31 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 302-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 300-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 302 hp 300 hp
Exterior Length 195.9 in 191.5 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 73.7 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.2 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 40.2 in
Head Room Front 37.5 in
Rear 37.8 in
Front 37.7 - 37.9 in
Rear 37.0 - 37.1 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
The Lexus ES 350 offers rear passengers about the same space to stretch out as the Volkswagen Arteon with comparable rear head- and legroom in both vehicles. Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Arteon, the Lexus ES 350 may be a little roomier and more comfortable for the driver and front seat passengers.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lexus ES 350 as you will with the Volkswagen Arteon, 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). Whether you pick the Lexus ES 350 or the Volkswagen Arteon, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Lexus ES 350 is about the same width as the Volkswagen Arteon. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Lexus ES 350, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Arteon.

Handling
The Lexus ES 350 has about the same turning radius as the Volkswagen Arteon, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's basically a tie between the Lexus ES 350 and the Volkswagen Arteon.

Powertrain
With its lower torque, the Lexus ES 350 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volkswagen Arteon.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Lexus ES 350 and the Volkswagen Arteon.