The 2017 Lexus IS is in the game, but perhaps not a starter.
Among the Audi A4, BMW 3-Series, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the Lexus IS wavers a little in performance, packaging, and style.
On paper, the Lexus should be right there in the mix, but falls down a little in its execution.
Among the rest, including the Cadillac ATS and Infiniti Q50, the Lexus makes a strong case with a stellar set of base equipment and handsome looks.
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The 2017 Lexus IS gets a new face and more advanced safety features that help it become a viable rival to German and American competitors. |
The 2017 Audi A4 advances its sport-sedan credentials in lots of incremental ways, but the virtual cockpit drops the digital mic. |
The 2017 BMW M3 is a track-ready sports sedan with an unblemished pedigree that announces to the world: "Ask me what DTM means." |
A legitimate sports car in a sedan or coupe body, the 2017 Cadillac ATS-V rewards drivers with exceptionally polished handling and performance, making it truly in the league with Germany's best. |
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class adds to the impressive roster with a convertible version this year and a newly minted AMG C43 version. Bavaria is even better now. |
| MSRP From | ||||
| $37,825 | $34,900 | $33,450 | $34,595 | $39,500 |
| Gas Mileage | ||||
| 19 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 23 MPG City / 37 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 43 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy |
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| Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Turbocharged Gas I4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
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| Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Compact Cars |
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| IS Turbo F Sport RWD | 2.0 TFSI Automatic ultra Premium Plus FWD | 320i Sedan | 4-Door Sedan 2.0L RWD | C 300 Sedan with Sport Pkg |
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| Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | ||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | ||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | 4 | N/A |
| Body Style | ||||
| Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
| Transmission | ||||
| Automatic w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2017 Lexus IS vs. 2017 Audi A4 | 2017 Lexus IS vs. 2017 BMW 3-Series | 2017 Lexus IS vs. 2017 Cadillac ATS | 2017 Lexus IS vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz C Class | |
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