Lexus IS vs Alfa Romeo Giulia
Overview | |
Years produced1962-1978 | Years produced2001-Present |
MSRP$41,690 | MSRP$39,125 |
Average price | Average price$32,883 |
Listings46 | Listings292 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe Giulia is a genuine sports sedan. It's best appreciated by people who love to drive and crave the feelings that emerge when they turn the steering wheel of a perfectly tuned car. If wine is wine and cars are just a means to an end, you won't feel anything extra from an Alfa Romeo. In fact, you'll be turned off by the Giulia’s outdated tech and cramped interior. Objectively, it's not the smartest buy in the compact luxury class. Emotionally, the Giulia is a dynamite car that hides its flaws and puts the driver first. | |
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 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. If you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 280 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower280 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City24 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 280 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque306 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower280 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.4 cu ft | Cargo Space10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3522 lbs | Curb Weight3715 lbs |
Height56.5 in | Height56.5 in |
Length182.8 in | Length185.4 in |
Width79.7 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase111.0 in | Wheelbase110.2 in |
Maximum Payload905 lbs | Maximum Payload825 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1962-1978 | 2001-Present |
MSRP | $41,690 | $39,125 |
Average price | $32,883 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.7 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Giulia is a genuine sports sedan. It's best appreciated by people who love to drive and crave the feelings that emerge when they turn the steering wheel of a perfectly tuned car. If wine is wine and cars are just a means to an end, you won't feel anything extra from an Alfa Romeo. In fact, you'll be turned off by the Giulia’s outdated tech and cramped interior. Objectively, it's not the smartest buy in the compact luxury class. Emotionally, the Giulia is a dynamite car that hides its flaws and puts the driver first. | 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 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. If you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 280 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 280 hp @ 5200 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 24 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 280 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 306 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower | 280 hp @ 5200 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.4 cu ft | 10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3522 lbs | 3715 lbs |
Height | 56.5 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 182.8 in | 185.4 in |
Width | 79.7 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 110.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 905 lbs | 825 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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