Chevrolet Cruze vs Lexus ES

2017 Chevrolet Cruze
2017 Chevrolet Cruze
$16,975MSRP
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2016 Lexus ES
2016 Lexus ES
$38,100MSRP
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2017 Chevrolet Cruze
$16,975MSRP
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2016 Lexus ES
$38,100MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$16,975

MSRP

$38,100

Listings

4366

Listings

4469

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

6.7 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

Pros

  • Great handling

  • Great safety ratings

Cons

  • Sluggish performance

Reviews Summary

Even after a full redesign last year for the Cruze, Chevy felt like there was still something missing. To add some utility to its compact sedan, a sloping rear hatch was added to let it try and compete with segment stalwarts like the Mazda3 and the Honda Civic. For extra competitive advantage, all Cruze trims now come with Chevy’s Teen Driver mode as well.

Reviews Summary

The 2016 Lexus ES 350 improves slightly on the complete overhaul of the car last year. A new grille and bumpers wrap a car that's built for comfort. A supremely quiet interior and easy tech features highlight a car that's so sedate it has a habit of fading too far into the background. It won't provide the thrills of others in its class, but there's enough to consider it when shopping for a quiet, luxury ride.

Popular Features & Specs

Engine

1.4L 153 hp I4

Engine

3.5L 268 hp V6

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

153 hp @ 5600 rpm

Horsepower

268 hp @ 6200 rpm

MPG City

28

MPG City

21

MPG Highway

39

MPG Highway

31
2017 Chevrolet Cruze
2017 Chevrolet Cruze
$16,975MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2016 Lexus ES
2016 Lexus ES
$38,100MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2017 Chevrolet Cruze
$16,975MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2016 Lexus ES
$38,100MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

MSRP
$16,975
$38,100
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.3

4.5

Expert reviews

6.7 out of 10

Read full review

7.8 out of 10

Read full review
Pros & cons

Pros

  • Great handling

  • Great safety ratings

Cons

  • Sluggish performance

Summary
Even after a full redesign last year for the Cruze, Chevy felt like there was still something missing. To add some utility to its compact sedan, a sloping rear hatch was added to let it try and compete with segment stalwarts like the Mazda3 and the Honda Civic. For extra competitive advantage, all Cruze trims now come with Chevy’s Teen Driver mode as well.
The 2016 Lexus ES 350 improves slightly on the complete overhaul of the car last year. A new grille and bumpers wrap a car that's built for comfort. A supremely quiet interior and easy tech features highlight a car that's so sedate it has a habit of fading too far into the background. It won't provide the thrills of others in its class, but there's enough to consider it when shopping for a quiet, luxury ride.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
1.4L 153 hp I4
3.5L 268 hp V6
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
153 hp @ 5600 rpm
268 hp @ 6200 rpm
MPG City
28
21
MPG Highway
39
31
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