Mercedes A250 vs Lexus IS350

The premium car category is starting to get more exciting as new models are packaged very well.

For 2.5M, which one is your pick?

Mercedes A250
- latest and better value than BMW 1-series
- FWD but reviews are positive
- 211hp = 0-60mph in 6.6 seconds
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Lexus IS350 (non-F Sport)
- latest and best value in its class
- RWD and won in a recent car comparo vs the BMW 335
- 306hp = 0-60mph in 5.6 seconds
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The IS350 is one class bigger and more powerful but the A250 has less weight and looks fun to drive.