2024 Lexus IS 350 vs. 2024 Toyota Corolla Review

Picture of the 2024 Lexus IS 350

2024 Lexus
IS 350

MSRP*: $43,260 to $46,510
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2024 Toyota
Corolla

MSRP*: $22,050 to $27,150
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 31 - 32 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 28 MPG 40 - 41 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 311-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 169-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 311 hp 169 hp
Exterior Length 185.4 in 182.5 in
Exterior Width 72.4 in 70.1 in
Leg Room Front 44.8 in
Rear 32.2 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 34.8 in
Head Room Front 38.2 in
Rear 36.9 in
Front 38.0 - 38.3 in
Rear 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
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Toyota Corolla than the Lexus IS 350, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Lexus IS 350 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Toyota Corolla.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lexus IS 350 as you will with the Toyota Corolla, 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). The Lexus IS 350 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota Corolla, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus IS 350 is much wider than the Toyota Corolla, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Lexus IS 350 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota Corolla.

Handling
The Lexus IS 350 has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota Corolla, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Lexus IS 350 has a much more powerful engine than the Toyota Corolla. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Lexus IS 350 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Toyota Corolla.

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