The Lexus ES 350 and the Acura TLX are similar in the sense that they are both identified as midsize luxury sedans. However, this comparison reveals why the sleek ES 350 is the right choice if you have your heart set on an elegant, poised, and accomplished sedan. Plan your visit to Lexus Stevens Creek in San Jose to test drive the alluring Lexus ES 350.
Performance
2020 Lexus ES 350
The competent Lexus ES 350 is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine teamed with a paddle-shifting capable direct-shift eight-speed automatic transmission and a front-wheel drivetrain. The ES 350’s well-balanced performance is supported with the world’s first swing-valve shock absorber, a powertrain that generates 302-hp and 267 lb-ft of torque and achieves an estimated fuel economy of 32 mpg on the California highways and 22 mpg driving in the cities of Sunnyvale, Cupertino, and Santa Clara. The available F Sport model features exclusive 19-inch alloy wheels, an adaptive variable suspension, a thick-grip sport steering wheel, and a Sport S+ mode for maximum responsiveness.
2020 Acura TLX
Equipped with a 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine mated to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission with front-wheel-drive and Precision All-Wheel Steer™, the Acura TLX makes 206-hp and 182 lb-ft of torque and earns an estimated 33 mpg on the highway and 23 mpg of city driving. Optional are a 290-hp 3.5-liter V6 backed by a nine-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, an all-wheel drivetrain, 18-inch split five-spoke wheels, as well as Dynamic Sport+ mode which increases the available power and sets the paddle shifters in complete manual mode.
Technology and Convenience
2020 Lexus ES 350
Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and Amazon Alexa integrate with an 8.0-inch multimedia display for access to audiobooks, Amazon music, Spotify®, and Pandora® and have the ability to easily send and receive messages via Siri® Eyes Free. Bluetooth® technology, three USB ports, a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to five devices, and SiriusXM® satellite radio with a premium ten-speaker sound system, are also included. The optional dynamic voice command, 12.3-inch color split-screen infotainment display, navigation, a 10.2-inch head-up display, a wireless charger, and a Mark Levinson® PurePlay seventeen-speaker, 1800-watt surround-sound audio system bring you to a new level of luxury.
2020 Acura TLX
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®, an 8.0-inch infotainment display, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, Aha™, and Pandora® compatibility, Siri® Eyes Free, SiriusXM® satellite radio, a seven-speaker premium audio system, and HomeLink® come standard. Available technology features consist of voice recognition, Song by Voice®, HD Radio™, a ten-speaker ELS Studio® premium sound system, wireless charging, an Acura navigation system with a 3D view, AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™, and GPS-linked automatic climate control.
Safety
2020 Lexus ES 350
The Lexus ES 350 earned a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration* and was awarded a Top Safety Pick+ from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 comprehensive bundle includes low-light pedestrian and daytime bicyclist detection technology, lane tracing assist, road sign assist, all-speed dynamic radar cruise control, intelligent high beams, and a pre-collision system. In addition, an advanced ten-airbag system and a backup camera with dynamic gridlines are standard. Available safety technology is comprised of intuitive parking assist with auto braking, blind spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert, and a panoramic view monitor utilizing four high-resolution cameras.
2020 Acura TLX
The Acura TLX received a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating. AcuraWatch™ safety technologies apply a collision mitigation braking system, lane keeping assist, an adaptive cruise control system with low-speed follow, and road departure mitigation. Also included are an advanced airbag system, vehicle stability assist, brake assist, and agile handling assist. Front and rear parking sensors, blind spot information with rear cross-traffic monitor, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and a surround-view camera are optional.
Pricing
2020 Lexus ES 350
Starting at $39,900 MSRP
2020 Acura TLX
Starting at $33,000 MSRP
* Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov). Model tested with standard side airbags (SAB).
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