2015 Lexus GS vs. Its Competition

2015 Lexus GS 350
Bengt Halvorson Bengt Halvorson Senior Editor

BMW's turbo sixes are swell, and the M5 is dazzling with its rev-matching manual.

The Audi A6 is fine, though we prefer its sleeker hatchback A7 cousin; the front- or all-wheel-drive sedan can be had with a supercharged V-6 and tech wizardry like Google Earth mapping and S-line sport trim.

The Cadillac CTS gets the nod for standout American styling and a lineup that includes sedan, coupe, and wagon, plus the power-crazy V-Series; the new sedan improves rear-seat room and interior quality.

Finally, the Infiniti Q70 may be the GS' most direct challenger: you'll find great handling, a charming fluid style and rippling V-6 power, but some coarse drivetrain noises.

And then there's the badge and the brand: What does Infiniti mean today?.

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Quick Specs
The 2015 Lexus GS family offers a classic, conservative sport-sedan profile -- and enough performance to please most -- but overlays it with as much luxury and technology as you please.
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The 2015 Audi A6 may look a little sedate, but it's a brilliant performer–thanks to its diesel-driven TDI, the supercharged A6, or turbocharged S6 versions.
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Whether it's more of a classic sport sedan or a technology-packed tourer you seek, the 2015 BMW 5-Series fills both roles admirably.
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The 2015 Cadillac CTS sedan is a stunner–especially in V-Sport guise–and it looks great, too.
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The 2015 Mercedes-Benz E-Class lineup is many vehicles in one, with comfort and luxury across the board and sporty manners for those who want them.
MSRP From    
$48,600$44,800$49,950$45,345$51,800
Gas Mileage    
19 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy17 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy14 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy14 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy15 MPG City / 42 MPG Hwy
Engine    
Premium Unleaded V-6Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4Turbocharged Gas I4Twin Turbo Diesel I-4
EPA Class    
Mid-Size CarsMid-Size CarsMid-Size CarsMid-SizeMid-Size Cars
Style Name    
4-Door Sedan RWD4-Door Sedan FrontTrak 2.0T Premium4-Door Sedan 528i RWD4-Door Sedan 2.0L Turbo RWD4-Door Sedan E 250 BlueTEC Sport RWD
Drivetrain    
Rear Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveRear Wheel DriveRear Wheel DriveRear Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity    
55555
Passenger Doors    
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Body Style    
SedanFrontTrak SedanSedan4 Door SedanSedan
Transmission    
Automatic w/ODCVT w/ODAutomatic w/ODAutomaticAutomatic w/OD
Detailed Spec Comparison
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