Car & Driver Comparison: Genesis G90 vs. Lexus LS 500 vs. Mercedes-Benz S500
Guess which car came in third.
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Acura TLX Type S vs. Lexus IS 500 F SPORT Performance
Crosstown rivals compared on paper.
Michael · May 24th, 2021
Review: Auto Express Compares the Lexus UX vs BMW X2
UX performs well against the competition.
Kevin · August 19th, 2019
AutoExpress Comparison: Lexus ES vs. BMW 5 Series vs. Volvo S90
UK media remain unconvinced about ES.
Kevin · March 11th, 2019
Kevin · March 6th, 2019
Top Gear: Lexus LC 500 vs Maserati GranTurismo Sport vs Corvette Grand Sport
This is a great read.
Kevin · April 2nd, 2018
Performance Test: The 2018 Lexus LS 500 F SPORT vs Mercedes S560 AMG Line
Which is the better handling flagship?
Kevin · March 1st, 2018
Motor Trend Video: The Lexus LC 500 vs Aston Martin DB11
Lexus loses, because?
Kevin · December 20th, 2017
Motor Trend Comparison: Lexus LS 500 vs BMW 740e vs Lincoln Continental vs Genesis G90
Not the best showing for the new Lexus flagship.
Kevin · December 18th, 2017
Lexus IS F SPORT Performs Well in Motor Trend Luxury Sedan Comparison
The IS 200t F SPORT finished fourth in a field of seven cars.
Kevin · March 23rd, 2017
CAR Magazine Comparison: Lexus RC F Wins Over BMW M4 & Ford Mustang
"Nothing ticks all the boxes quite like the Lexus".
Kevin · October 28th, 2016
Lexus RC F GT Concept Finishes First in Car & Driver’s Annual Lightning Lap
The race car finished just .1 seconds behind the all-time leader, the Porsche 918 Spyder.
Kevin · September 14th, 2016
CAR Comparison: The Lexus RX 450h vs. Volvo XC90 vs. Audi Q7
The Lexus finishes first in a UK magazine -- what?
Kevin · August 31st, 2016
Lexus NX 200t F SPORT Finishes Second in Car & Driver Compact Crossover Comparison
A strong showing for the Lexus compact crossover.
Kevin · August 22nd, 2016
Motor Trend Comparison: Lexus GS F vs. Cadillac CTS V-SPORT vs. Audi S6 4.0T
Motor Trend has a new comparison test with the Lexus GS F up against the Audi S6 4.0T and the Cadillac CTS V-Sport.
Kevin · March 8th, 2016
Top Gear Comparison: Lexus GS F vs. BMW M5 30 Jahre
Top Gear has a comparison of the 467-horsepower Lexus GS F and the M5 30 Jahre, the 30th anniversary 600-horsepower edition of BMW’s super sedan.
Kevin · February 5th, 2016
CAR Magazine Comparison: Lexus RC F vs. BMW M4 vs. Ford Mustang
CAR Magazine pits the Lexus RC F with the BMW M4 and Ford Mustang -- this is a comparison worth reading!
Kevin · January 27th, 2016
Fifth Gear Comparison: The Lexus RC F vs. BMW M4
Tiff Needell and race car driver Karun Chandhok compare the Lexus RC F and BMW M4 in this enjoyable three-part video series from Fifth Gear.
Kevin · November 29th, 2015
Lexus RC F Competes in Annual Car & Driver Lightning Lap
The Lexus RC F competed in the annual Car & Driver Lightning Lap, finishing last in its class and mid-pack in the overall rankings.
Kevin · November 5th, 2015
Lexus RC F Competes in Motor Trend’s Best Driving Car Comparison
The Lexus RC F has finished eighth in the annual Motor Trend Best Driver’s Car comparison test.
Kevin · October 6th, 2015
Motor Trend Comparison: Lexus LX 570 vs. Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator, Infiniti QX80, MB GL450 & RR Sport
The Lexus LX 570 may be eight years old, but it still manages to place mid-pack in a huge Motor Trend comparison test with the Cadillac Escalade, Mercedes GL450, Range Rover Sport HSE, Lincoln Navigator, and Infiniti QX80.
Kevin · May 11th, 2015
Car & Driver Comparison: Lexus RC 350 F SPORT vs. Cadillac ATS Coupe 3.6 vs. Audi S5
Car & Driver has published a comparison test with the Lexus RC 350 F SPORT, Cadillac ATS coupe 3.6, and Audi S5. The results for the RC were not pretty.
Kevin · May 7th, 2015
CarAdvice Comparison: The Lexus NX 200t vs. BMW X3 xDrive28i
In a CarAdvice comparison test between the Lexus NX 200t F SPORT and BMW X3 xDrive28i, reviewer Matt Campbell found the contest too close to call.
Kevin · April 15th, 2015
Lexus NX F SPORT Wins Motor Trend Luxury Compact Crossover Comparison
The NX F SPORT takes top spot against the BMW X3, RR Evoque, Lincoln MKC, and Volvo XC60.
Kevin · March 16th, 2015
AutoGuide Comparison: The Lexus NX 200t vs. Mercedes GLA 250
The NX vs GLA in this latest video comparison from AutoGuide.
Kevin · February 16th, 2015
Video: Autocar Compares the Lexus RC F & BMW M4
British publication Autocar has brought the Lexus RC F & BMW M4 out to the track for a head-to-head comparison.
Kevin · February 9th, 2015
EVO Comparison: Lexus RC F vs. BMW M4 vs. Audi RS 5
EVO has a new article comparing the Lexus RC F, BMW M4, and the Audi RS 5 -- just wait to s
Kevin · January 30th, 2015
Car Advice Comparison: The Lexus RC 350 F SPORT vs. BMW 435i
CarAdvice in Australia have compared the Lexus RC 350 F SPORT & BMW 435i in a realistic review: Lexus has thrown the gauntlet down to the opposition, pricing the RC350 F Sport at $74,000 – just $1000 over the IS350 sedan with which it shares its interior and rear suspension. The 435i coupe, meanwhile, costs …
Kevin · December 11th, 2014
Motor Trend Comparison: Lexus RC F vs BMW M4
Motor Trend has published a comparison between the Lexus RC F & BMW M4, and it’s a total mess of conflicting information: We preferred the Lexus around town, as it’s a more interesting car to sit in thanks to its wealth of technical and visual details. The styling may be a large miss, but we …
Kevin · December 8th, 2014
Video Comparison: Lexus RC F vs. BMW M4 & Audi RS 5
AMCI Testing, one of the most respected independent automotive testing companies in the world, has conducted a comparison between the Lexus RC F, BMW M4, and Audi RS 5: Considering the video is being hosted on the Lexus USA Youtube page, it would be easy enough to write off the results — however, this quote …
Kevin · December 8th, 2014
Auto Express Comparison: Lexus IS 300h vs. Mercedes C300 BlueTEC Hybrid
Auto Express prefers the Lexus IS 300h over the new Mercedes C300 BlueTEC Hybrid: In the battle of the hybrid saloons, the IS 300h takes a narrow win. Its hybrid powertrain feels better resolved than the Mercedes’, as it relies on the electric motor more frequently to save fuel, is more refined and switches between …
Kevin · November 30th, 2014
Lexus IS 350 F SPORT Wins Road & Track Sports Sedan Comparison
Road & Track has compared the Lexus IS350 F SPORT, BMW 335i, Cadillac ATS V6, and the Infiniti Q50 — here’s the result: From the moment we sunk into the black-on-black interior, we were struck by how determinedly idiosyncratic the IS 350 seems. There are deep seats with handsome stitching set in an angular collection …
Kevin · October 12th, 2014
Autos Canada Comparison: Lexus GS 350 AWD vs. Cadillac CTS 3.6 AWD
Autos Canada conducted a comparison between the Lexus GS 350 AWD and Cadillac CTS 3.6 AWD: It’s easy to assume the Lexus – especially in this “Luxury Package” trim and not fitted with the F-Sport’s variable suspension – would be the soft, roly-poly competitor in this test. And while the Lexus’ ride is notably better …
Kevin · April 9th, 2014
Motor Trend Comparison: Lexus GS 350 F SPORT vs. Cadillac CTS V SPORT
In this latest Motor Trend video, host Jonny Lieberman puts the Lexus GS 350 F SPORT against the Cadillac CTS V SPORT: With all of its performance upgrades and 100+ horsepower advantage, the CTS V SPORT was almost guaranteed to win this track-focused comparison. However, this didn’t stop Lieberman from being extremely positive about the …
Kevin · November 12th, 2013
Autoweek Comparison: Lexus IS 300h vs. BMW 320i EDE
Autoweek, the largest car magazine in The Netherlands, tested the IS 300h against the BMW 320i EDE in their latest issue — by way of a trusty translator, here’s how the two cars compared: Can the new IS be compared to the 3-series? If you are only after driving experience, you should opt for the …
Kevin · September 20th, 2013
Drive Australia Comparison: Lexus IS 250 vs. BMW 316i vs. Mercedes C200 vs. Audi A4
Drive Australia has brought the Lexus IS 250, BMW 316i, Mercedes C200 & Audi A4 1.8 TFSI for a comparison test — here’s what they had to say about the newest Lexus sedan: The boldly styled cabin combines sporty and luxurious elements. Cabin storage is quite good, although there are no rear door pockets, and …
Kevin · September 18th, 2013
Road & Track Comparison: Lexus IS 350 F SPORT vs. BMW 335i, Cadillac ATS & Infiniti Q50 S
Road & Track has brought the 2014 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT up against the BMW 335i, Cadillac ATS Premium, & Infiniti Q50S — here’s what the editors had to say about the newest Lexus sedan: The IS has, as another editor observed, the feel and responses of a less heavily styled car. The Infiniti …
Kevin · September 16th, 2013
Motor Trend Comparison: 2014 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT vs. 2014 Infiniti Q50 S
Motor Trend’s Jonny Lieberman has put the Lexus IS 350 F SPORT against the new Infiniti Q50 S in this 15 minute comparison video.
Kevin · August 29th, 2013
Everyday Driver Comparison: Lexus IS 350 F SPORT vs. BMW 335i vs. Cadillac ATS
Todd & Paul over at Everyday Driver have released a comparison test between the Lexus IS 350 F SPORT, BMW 335i & Cadillac ATS.
Kevin · July 26th, 2013
Motor Trend Comparison: Lexus IS 350 AWD vs. Audi S4, BMW 335i xDrive, Cadillac ATS4 3.6 & the Volvo S60 T6
The folks at Motor Trend are at it again with a comparison of the Lexus IS 350 AWD, Audi S4, BMW 335i xDrive, Cadillac ATS4 3.6 & the Volvo S60 T6.
Kevin · July 24th, 2013
AMCI Testing Comparison: Lexus GS 350 F SPORT vs. BMW 535i M Sport
AMCI Testing, one of the most respected independent automotive testing companies in the world, has conducted a comparison between the Lexus GS 350 F SPORT & BMW 535i M Sport.
Kevin · June 12th, 2013
Edmunds Comparison: Lexus IS 250 F SPORT vs BMW 328i M Sport vs. Cadillac ATS 2.0
Edmunds has published a comparison between the 2013 BMW 328i M Sport, 2013 Cadillac ATS 2.0 Premium, and 2014 Lexus IS250 F Sport.
Kevin · May 14th, 2013
Car & Driver Comparison: 2014 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT vs. BMW 335i M SPORT vs Cadillac ATS 3.6
In the latest issue of Car & Driver, the 2014 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT takes top spot in a comparison with the BMW 335i M SPORT and Cadillac ATS 3.6.
Kevin · April 30th, 2013
Motor Report Comparison: Lexus GS 450h vs. BMW ActiveHybrid 5 vs. Infiniti M35h
The Motor Report in Australia has put the Lexus GS450h in a hybrid sedan shootout against the BMW ActiveHybrid 5 and Infiniti M35h.
test · March 13th, 2013
CNET: Lexus LS 460 F SPORT vs. BMW 750Li Technology Comparison
Taking an unusual angle, Brian Cooley from CNET compares the technology packages in the Lexus LS 460 F SPORT & BMW 750Li.
Kevin · February 26th, 2013
EVO Magazine: Ferrari F12 Berlinetta Engine “doesn’t feel as special as” Lexus LFA V10
"...we wouldn't like to say which is the more involving drivers' car without trying them back to back. The LFA is really that good."
Kevin · August 22nd, 2012
Autobild Comparison: Lexus GS 450h vs. BMW ActiveHybrid 5 vs. Infiniti M35h
For the first time in its history, German magazine Autobild has named a Lexus as the top model in a comparison, with the GS 450h beating out the BMW ActiveHybrid 5 and Infiniti M35h in a hybrid showdown.
Kevin · August 19th, 2012
Motor Trend Compares the Lexus LFA & Acura NSX
I wasn't planning on posting this video from *Motor Trend's* Jonny Lieberman comparing the Lexus LFA and Acura NSX, but feel compelled after emails from multiple outraged readers.
Kevin · July 26th, 2012
Drive Compares the Lexus GS 250, Audi A6 2.0, BMW 520i & Mercedes E200
Drive has compared the Audi A6 2.0, BMW 520i, Mercedes-Benz E200 & Lexus GS 250, and named the GS the top choice for its balance of comfort and performance.
Kevin · June 27th, 2012
Automobile Magazine Compares the Lexus LFA, McLaren MP4-12C, Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 & Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport
It would seem impossible, but Automobile Magazine has published a rather dull comparison of the Lexus LFA, McLaren MP4-12C, Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 and Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport.
Kevin · June 5th, 2012
TTAC Comparison: Lexus GS 350 AWD vs. BMW 528i xDrive
Right after my complaint about the constant Audi A6/Lexus GS comparisons, The Truth About Cars has something different — the BMW 528i xDrive vs. the Lexus GS 350 F Sport AWD.
Kevin · May 8th, 2012
Winding Road Comparison: Lexus GS 350 F Sport vs. Audi A6
While I’m lukewarm on the Winding Road article comparing the Lexus GS 350 F Sport and Audi A6, the accompanying photo gallery does a good job of visually contrasting the two cars.
Kevin · May 7th, 2012
Lexus Releases Virtual GS Tour with New iPad App
Lexus has released a new iPad app that gives a virtual tour of the 2013 GS.
Kevin · April 25th, 2012
Motor Trend Comparison: Lexus GS 450h vs. Porsche Panamera Hybrid vs. Infiniti M35h
Two weeks after Motor Trend named the Lexus GS 350 F Sport the best midsize V6 luxury sedan, the magazine has now crowned the GS 450h as the top hybrid sports sedan available, beating the Porsche Panamera Hybrid & Infiniti M35h.
Kevin · April 23rd, 2012
Motor Trend Comparison: 2013 Lexus GS 350 F Sport vs. BMW 535i, Audi A6, & Infiniti M37S
*Motor Trend* has compared the 2013 Lexus GS 350 F Sport against the Infiniti M37S, Audi A6 3.0T, and the BMW 535i, and found the GS F Sport to be the best of the bunch.
Kevin · April 9th, 2012
Road & Track Comparison: Lexus GS 350 F Sport vs. Audi A7 3.0 TFSI Quattro
Road & Track has published a comparison between the Lexus GS 350 F Sport and the Audi A7 3.0 TFSI Quattro.
Kevin · March 26th, 2012
Lexus GS Challenges BMW 535i & Mercedes E350 Sport
To prove how much the new GS has improved, and show how it stacks up to the competition, Lexus invited Automobile Magazine & Motor Trend to do some independent testing of the GS 350 F Sport against the BMW 535i and Mercedes E350 Sport.
Kevin · February 21st, 2012
Car & Driver Comparison: 2013 Lexus GS 350 vs. Audi A6 3.0T Quattro
For the very first comparison test featuring a 2013 Lexus GS 350, Car & Driver puts Lexus’ newest sedan up against the 2012 Audi A6 3.0T Quattro.
Kevin · February 8th, 2012
CAR Comparison: Lexus LFA vs. Lamborghini Aventador
The CAR Magazine showdown between the Lexus LFA and Lamborghini Aventador has been posted online, and the results are spectacular
Kevin · December 13th, 2011
CAR Magazine Sneak Peek: Lexus LFA vs. Lamborghini Aventador
Let’s take a break from the non-stop Lexus GS coverage and look at a sneak peek at what CAR Magazine has cooked up for their latest issue — the Lexus LFA vs. the Lamborghini Aventador.
Kevin · November 25th, 2011
Lexus Magazine Compares the 2013 GS 350 & GS 450h
Lexus Magazine’s Doug Knox recently travelled to Japan, where he became the first journalist to directly compare the new GS 350 and GS 450h back-to-back on the auto track.
Kevin · October 11th, 2011
Lexus LFA Beats Ferrari 599 GTO in EVO Magazine Comparison
Finally managed to read the full Lexus LFA vs. Ferrari 599 GTO comparison from *EVO Magazine*, and it's an absolute barnburner.
Kevin · August 26th, 2011
Visual Comparison: Fourth-Gen Lexus GS vs. LF-Gh Concept
After staring at the official photos of the 2013 Lexus GS for a week now, I thought it would be an interesting exercise to compare the production model with the LF-Gh concept.
Kevin · August 25th, 2011
EVO Comparison: Lexus LFA vs. Ferrari 599 GTO [w/ Video]
EVO Magazine has brought together Lexus UK’s Pearl Blue LFA and a Ferrari 599 GTO for a matchup in their latest issue — and while it may not hit newstands until next Wednesday, here’s a fun little video showing the two cars battling for top speed bragging rights.
Kevin · August 15th, 2011
Motor Trend Reviews the Lexus CT 200h
As unusual as it seems, this recent Motor Trend review on the 2011 Lexus CT 200h comes to the defence of the hybrid hatchback's powertrain, and that "the Lexus combines reasonably sporty responsiveness with unsurpassed fuel economy."
Kevin · June 28th, 2011
Comparison: Lexus CT 200h vs. Nissan Leaf vs. VW Golf GTD
This Auto Express video showdown between the Lexus CT 200h, Nissan Leaf & VW Golf GTD had all the potential for a very interesting comparison, but ultimately fizzles with its focus on superficial testing criteria rather than examining the differences between the three models.
Kevin · June 15th, 2011
TTAC Compares the Lexus LS 600hL & Mercedes S400 Hybrid
Earlier this year, The Truth About Cars compared the Lexus LS 600hL and the Mercedes S400 Hybrid, the only two flagship luxury sedans (currently) available with a gas-electric powertrain.
Kevin · May 18th, 2011
Best Motoring Comparison: Lexus LFA vs. Nissan GT-R vs. Porsche GT2 RS vs. Ferrari F430 GT3 vs. Corvette ZR1
Japan's Best Motoring series may have been cancelled, but not before putting together a superstar supercar comparison featuring the Lexus LFA, Nissan GT-R, Porsche GT2 RS, Corvette ZR1 & Ferrari F430 GT3 on the Fuji Speedway.
Kevin · May 18th, 2011