Compare Mercedes-Benz C-class W205 facelift vs Lexus IS 3 (XE30) vs Lexus IS / Toyota Altezza (XE10)

Mercedes-Benz C-class W205 facelift

Lexus IS 3 (XE30)

Lexus IS / Toyota Altezza (XE10)

Mercedes-Benz C-class W205 faceliftLexus IS 3 (XE30)Lexus IS / Toyota Altezza (XE10)
Variants
AMG C 43 4MATIC
AMG C 63 S
AMG C 63
C 160
C 180 MT
C 180
C 180d MT
C 200 4MATIC
C 200
C 200d
C 200d MT
C 220d 4MATIC
C 220d
C 300 4MATIC
C 300
C 300de
C 300e 4MATIC
C 300e
C 300d 4MATIC
C 300d
C 400 4MATIC
IS 200t
IS 250
IS 300h
IS 200 6MT
IS 200 AT
IS 300 6MT
IS 300 5MT
IS 300 AT

Reviews

Neofiliac score80%69%52%
Pros
  • One V8 still available
  • The buggy 7G-TRONIC is gone
  • Double-wishbone + multi-link suspension setup
  • Superb double-wishbone + multi-link suspension setup
  • Good 0.28 drag coefficient
  • Small turning circle
  • Good towing capacity
  • Great styling
  • Superb chassis and suspension setup with double-wishbones all-around
  • Wonderful I6 engines, including 2JZ-GE
  • Very easy to DIY
  • Great reliability
Cons
  • AMGs getting way over-styled
  • Non-AMG cars looked generic
  • 4MATIC AWD forced upon the driver
  • No powerful engine options
  • Interior fit and finish unimpressive

Price

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