The 2019 Lexus IS finds itself in the same competition as standouts such as the Audi A4, BMW 3-Series, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class, but it doesn’t make it on to the performance podium.
The Audi A4’s steering and infotainment are excellent and its powertrains are fuel-efficient.
The BMW 3-Series sees a reboot for 2019 that promises to correct handling prowess lost in the last model while retaining its comfortable rear seat.
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class carries a high-class style inside and out, while the Cadillac ATS handles with enthusiasm.
The Infiniti Q50 wears bold styling but is hindered by a frustrating infotainment system and a numb advanced steering system in need of a thorough update.
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 2019 Lexus IS |  2019 Audi A4#4 in Wagons Get Your Price |  2019 BMW 3-Series |  2019 Cadillac ATS#16 in Coupes |  2019 INFINITI Q50#28 in Mid-Size Cars |  2019 Mercedes-Benz C Class |
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The 2019 Lexus IS has sports sedan intentions, but it needs more underhood muscle and fresher styling to keep pace with German rivals. |
The 2019 Audi A4 is hiding in plain sight as one of the automaker’s most complete and well-rounded cars. |
The 2019 BMW 330i moves back toward the sweet spot in sport-sedan greatness, with M Sport and M editions still to come. |
The 2019 Cadillac ATS pares down to only a two-door coupe this year as it heads toward the sunset as Cadillac's sporty compact. |
Handsome and athletic, the 2019 Infiniti Q50 is a sharp luxury sedan alternative to higher priced Germans. |
Pricey and on the slighter side of mid-size, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class drops a beautiful cockpit, huge dollops of safety, and effortless AMG brilliance into the sport-sedan mix. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $38,560 | $37,400 | $40,250 | $38,995 | $35,650 | $41,400 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 19 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 36 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| 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 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
| EPA Class | |||||
| Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Compact | Mid-Size Cars | Compact Cars |
| Style Name | |||||
| IS 300 F SPORT RWD | Premium 40 TFSI | 330i Sedan | 2-Door Coupe 2.0L RWD | 2.0t PURE RWD | C 300 Sedan |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | 2 | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Coupe | Sedan | Sedan |
| Transmission | |||||
| Automatic w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2019 Lexus IS vs. 2019 Audi A4 | 2019 Lexus IS vs. 2019 BMW 3-Series | 2019 Lexus IS vs. 2019 Cadillac ATS | 2019 Lexus IS vs. 2019 INFINITI Q50 | 2019 Lexus IS vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C Class | |
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