2023 MINI Cooper vs 2022 Lexus IS
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MSRP$39,125 | MSRP$27,400 |
Listings89 | Listings74 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
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2022 Lexus IS Reviews SummaryAfter a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally-aspirated 5.0-liter V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. We sampled the new 2022 IS 500 in the suburbs and outskirts of Phoenix, and if you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | |
2023 MINI Cooper Reviews SummaryYou either join the MINI camp or shake your head “no.” There has never been a middle ground with a MINI. That’s the point—to drive a fun-looking, fun-to-drive small car that’s unlike anything else in the neighborhood. For 2023, the MINI Cooper offers a limited-run Resolute Edition and a few new paint colors. We tested a two-door Hardtop John Cooper Works (JCW) while participating in a rally with more than 700 MINI owners. Maybe next time you’ll join them with your new MINI. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway38 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | Torque162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway38 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.8 cu ft | Cargo Space8.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3715 lbs | Curb Weight2769 lbs |
Height56.5 in | Height55.7 in |
Length185.4 in | Length152.2 in |
Width72.4 in | Width75.9 in |
Wheelbase110.2 in | Wheelbase98.2 in |
Maximum Payload825 lbs | Maximum Payload694 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $39,125 | $27,400 |
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Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | After a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally-aspirated 5.0-liter V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. We sampled the new 2022 IS 500 in the suburbs and outskirts of Phoenix, and if you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | You either join the MINI camp or shake your head “no.” There has never been a middle ground with a MINI. That’s the point—to drive a fun-looking, fun-to-drive small car that’s unlike anything else in the neighborhood. For 2023, the MINI Cooper offers a limited-run Resolute Edition and a few new paint colors. We tested a two-door Hardtop John Cooper Works (JCW) while participating in a rally with more than 700 MINI owners. Maybe next time you’ll join them with your new MINI. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 38 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | 162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 38 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.8 cu ft | 8.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3715 lbs | 2769 lbs |
Height | 56.5 in | 55.7 in |
Length | 185.4 in | 152.2 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 75.9 in |
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 98.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 825 lbs | 694 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |

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