2020 Acura TLX vs. 2019 Lexus ES 350

There is a lot to keep in mind when you are shopping for a brand-new luxury sedan in the Roslyn area. While it may be a challenge to narrow down your options, Rallye Acura is glad to be of assistance. We have compared the 2020 Acura TLX vs. Lexus ES 350 to see which one has more to offer drivers in Garden City. Let’s see how these rivals compare in terms of interior amenities, performance, and price.

Pricing

Pricing is often a concern of many car shoppers, which makes the 2020 Acura TLX a better option than the Lexus ES 350. It is significantly more affordable, so drivers can either keep those savings or put them toward customizing the vehicle with luxurious extras.

• 2020 Acura TLX: This Acura sedan is the more affordable choice with a base price of $33,000 MSRP*
• 2019 Lexus ES 350: The Lexus sedan is a bit more pricey with a starting price of $39,750 MSRP. If you opt for the highest trim level, pricing starts at $43,400 MSRP.

Interior Amenities

Because the Lexus ES 350 is the more expensive luxury sedan, you may think that it offers more interior features. However, this is another area where the 2020 Acura TLX really shines.

• 2020 Acura TLX: The TLX interior comes standard with sport seats plus a leatherette-trimmed interior, three-level heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and much more!
• 2019 Lexus ES 350: The cabin of the ES 350 is equipped with optional heated and ventilated front seats, ambient lighting, and dual-zone climate controls.

Performance Features

If you prefer the added control and safety of all-wheel drive, you will want to opt for the 2020 Acura TLX. AWD is not offered on its competitor from Lexus.

• 2020 Acura TLX: The TLX engine can be paired with the Precision All-Wheel Steer™ (P-AWS®) or All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) drivetrain.
• 2019 Lexus ES 350: The ES 350 is only offered with a front-wheel drive drivetrain.

Safety Features

Because of the price difference when comparing the Acura TLX vs. Lexus ES 350, it seems like the Lexus ES 350 would have more to offer in terms of safety features. However, the TLX gives drivers a variety of features not offered to drivers of the ES 350 from Lexus.

• 2020 Acura TLX: The TLX offers an optional cross-path warning system that uses radar to let drivers know when a vehicle approaches from the side. The TLX V6 can be outfitted with pre-crash front seat belts to help protect against injury if a collision is unavoidable.
• 2019 Lexus ES 350: A cross-path warning system is not available on the Lexus ES 350. Pre-crash front seatbelts are also not an option when you select the Lexus instead of the Acura TLX.

Test Drive the 2020 Acura TLX at Rallye Acura

After comparing the 2020 Acura TLX vs. 2019 Lexus RS 350, it’s clear that the Acura has more to offer Manhasset drivers. The best way to get a sense of how the new TLX can improve your daily drive is by taking it for a spin with Rallye Acura in Roslyn. We can’t wait to show you all that it has to offer. Contact us today with any questions and take a look at our current lease specials to make the TLX an even more affordable choice. You can also learn more about the TLX PMC Edition.