

PERFORMANCE & TECHNOLOGY
When it comes to warranties, there's no comparison. The Lexus IS has a reassuring six-year or 70,000-mile powertrain warranty for the engine and driveline, while the C 300 has a shorter four-year or 50,000-mile powertrain warranty.
Powerful engine: The Lexus IS 300 is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four cylinder engine that generates 241 horsepower at 5,800 RPM. The IS 300 also has a 3.5-liter V6 option with AWD that produces 260 horsepower at 6,000 RPM. The 2020 Lexus IS 350 comes equipped with a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 311 horsepower at 6,600 RPM. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz C 300 comes standard with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four cylinder engine makes 255 horsepower at 5,800 RPM.
Tight turning diameter: The Lexus IS 300 and IS 350 may be easier to maneuver in tight spaces because its 34.2-inch turning diameter is 2.6 feet smaller than that of the Mercedes-Benz. As such, it may be a better car for urban driving.
SAVINGS
The Lexus IS 300 and IS 350 are projected to hold their value better than the Mercedes-Benz C 300 as time progresses. With lower projected depreciation and repair costs, the IS offers a substantially better five-year estimated cost of ownership.
 VALUE |  |  |  |
 |  Lexus IS 300 |  Lexus IS 350        |  Mercedes-Benz C 300 |
 Depreciation |  $17,547 |  $21,015 |  $29,584 |
 Taxes & Fees |  $2,541 |  $3,005 |  $3,125 |
 Financing |  $5,870 |  $7,101 |  $7,420 |
 Repairs |  $1,130 |  $937 |  $2,585 |
 Total 5-Year Cost to Own |  $53,217 |  $59,135 |  $67,437 |
SAFETY AND DRIVER ASSISTANCE
Mercedes-Benz's best safety protection comes at a serious cost, as you'll need to purchase their Driver Assistance Package ($1,700), which requires you to purchase their Multimedia Package ($1,250) and Premium Package ($1,500). Lexus has gone a different route, including Lexus Safety System+ (LSS+) as standard so you can feel more secure with premium driver assistance features without paying extra.
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MEASUREMENTS
With 3.1 inches more front legroom and 1.1 inches of extra headroom, the Lexus IS offers more space to stretch out than the Mercedes-Benz C 300.
 INTERIOR DIMENSIONS |  |  |
 |  Lexus IS 300, IS 350 |   Mercedes-Benz C 300 |
 Headroom-Front (in) |  38.2 |  37.1 |
 Legroom-Front (in) |  44.8 |  41.7 |
 Shoulder Room- Front (in) |  55.9 |  55.3 |
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE
The amazing crystal-clear audio of the 15-speaker Mark Levinson® Premium Surround Sound Audio System in the Lexus IS is the clear choice for even the most demanding of audiophiles over the C 300's available Burmester 13-speaker system.
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After all of this, it seems pretty clear that the 2020 Lexus IS 300 and the 2020 Lexus IS 350 outshine the 2020 Mercedes-Benz C 300 in some pretty key areas. With more power, more comfort, more safety features, long term value, and a better warranty it makes no sense to go with anything but the IS 300 or IS 350. Come in today to Hennessy Lexus of Atlanta to see for yourself.