Who wouldn't go with the Lexus, it is elegant and aggressive, has Toyota reliability and resale value. You would be nuts to spend more money on a Cadillac and have it depreciate like a rock and most likely be in the shop every week.
Take your Toyota loving ass to Japan , Cadillac's are fine cars , the way you talk Toyota never had a recall so it is a God,. never they killed people a few years ago there is no car that is perfect however I'm an American and will support America , its people like you who wonder why things are so bad when you sell out your country for people who practice unfair trading , cause they can't be honest. Because I'm an American I can make Cadillac get it right, Its time we love the products of this country so we are working , not like the sell out two who gave this unfair off balance review
Alton Washington Just another butt hurt Cadillac fanboy, yes Toyota had its ups and downs, and can't deny the fact the ATS is a big change but GM quality is still shit. GM's 2.0t LTG series showed in the video, are just horrible. You don't believe me check with Cadillac Forums. As for Lexus, their reliability, brand value is on other level compared to Cadillac. People have their own perspective against certain products get over it and stop being so anal about it.
Alton Washington fine cars? 2017 consumer reports had Toyota/Lexus ranked 1 & 2 in reliability... Cadillac 27th place (dead last). Garbage cars, hence why they needed a bailout and are in trouble again. Pure junk.
I have a ATS 2t 6 speed manual rear wheel drive. Fun to drive and I have had fun surprising many. What can I say 0 60 high 5 low 6 / 50 50 balance great brakes but the manual transmission is a bit of a gear jammer. But I can't see a real driver not enjoying being behind the wheel of a ATS, I haven't had the same fun factor driving a Bimer not saying that BMW is not a performer but Cadillac has a great car to offer us
Bogus! Why would they compare the 6 cylinder lexus to the 4 cylinder cadillac???Should've been the 3.6 premium cadillac vs the f sport is 350 to be fare. 👎👎
I feel that a FR 2.0T or FR 3.6 ATS would have won if it was driving dynamics alone. The power advantage is there, but I noted elsewhere the FR models have a slightly lower ride height as well as optional magnetic dampers (which are unavailable in AWD). The Lexus may have the stunning factor, but I think it looks hideous. The interior & those gauges do win back points, but I like fhe Cadillac more overall, excluding CUE.
LMAO if this was all about interior quailty alone, the Lex would have still won too bad when reviewing a car its not only about 1 aspect but ALL aspects and overall the Lexus (subjectively) looks waaay better, and hands down has the better interior. the Caddy's speed guages are a joke for a luxury car. a $20k Carolla has better lol. i woul say Caddy is on par reliability wise but Lexus has a higher resale value. both are also very capable performance wise so for those reasons the Lexus is still the better pick
Such a dishonest review. First off, these are not track cars. You should review them on winding roads. Second, ATS body roll, really?! I drove an ATS 2.0T pretty hard and I know there is no noticeable body roll. The car stays surprisingly flat to the road.
Yeah the ATS 3.6 rwd with a sport package would have made much more sense. And that red leather and real carbon fiber that Motor Trend's ATS tester had was REALLY nice. The ATS-V is around the corner and I am SO excited to see what it offers. Good showing for Lexus here..don't like the back end but other than that, it seems like a solid contender in the class.
RWD Lexus with Sport pkg vs Cadillac ALL WHEEL DRIVE with base suspension? Next time please try ATS 3.6 RWD it would have the Magnetic Ride Control (only available in RWD).
@@ruthnoya8424 yep, but it has three screens that you personalize to your own liking! I got a black Ats 2015 3.6 premium rwd with performance pkg. Love it! Had it for almost 3 years and the upgraded CUE. Factory black shiny 19 Inch wheels. The magna ride suspension is impressive
@@ruthnoya8424 hahaha why are you so mad, I’ve seen so many comments from you just hating on the car and not giving anywhere close to a good reason. You’re just an ignorant simp….
@@sirloin4372 It's just an easy car to rip on. Sure, the V models are cool but all the lower ones are garbage with horrendous resale...and of course resale is determined by reliability. I just did an autotrader search 500 miles out, average price of a 2013-14 Ats is $16k, same year is350 is $27k. That alone would dissuade anyone with a brain not to buy a (non V) Caddy. That's like literally putting $11k in a pile in front of you and lighting it on fire. But in reality most were leases, people just renting the Caddy as are the German trio. Lexus is about the only luxury Marque worth actually buying/owning for longer than a lease.
@@ruthnoya8424 I own 4 Cadillacs an ats being on and they have all be great reliable cars, the only one of my Cadillacs that’s need to be in the shop was my 05 STS4 1sg which I still have going strong with 151k on odometer. I get you have your preference, and so do I. I prefer Cadillacs, but I don’t go hating on every bmw and Lexus and Benz video on here. I try to respect all people and all cars. It my not be my cup of tea, but it is someone’s and that’s what matters.
Lexus wins with 2 main and BIG advantages..RELIABILITY,TOP ENGINEERING. And the list goes on...better dash(not glossy cheap plastic,where every single piece of dust will stick) Used materials are of much better quality,safety also NCAP(5 stars)..resale prize will be much higher (again because its bulletproof reliable) and yeah..cause its Lexus:)
Reliability? All these cars 2013+ refreshed, redesigned are reliable. Cadillac having better warranty + powertrain warranty (longer) than Lexus/BMW/MBenz as well. Sure Lexus is known (Toyota) but Cadillac has been changing its reputation the last 8yrs. I owned a 2006 Cadillac STS RWD V6 bought it with 50k miles sold it with 127k miles and still had more to offer.
Frikiton Xplosion 127k miles and you make it a big deal??:))) Man,seriously,you have to reconsider your experience with cars,since the majority of Lexus LS400 first gen have well over 600k miles and except basic maintenance like brakes,filters,liquids and small power antenna issues,they are are still running and running...I agree that Cadillac have some of their issues sorted,but so and KIA and Hyundai..,everybody is improving..,but they are faaar from Lexus quality and luxury:)
How long does it take to look at a clock mid dash ? The Analog clock is classy . He would rather a digital ? Is the speedo digital? The tach? Cmon man gotta coordinate
1st gen IS has Supra's non-turbo engine (2JZ) that was released in '94. So Lexus didn't go as far as designing in-line 6 engine in order to compete with 3-series, it just made sense to go with that engine even though it was over a decade old at that point. Your BMW favorism is causing you to lose credibility.
Should've use the 3.6 also that share predator looking grill looks ridiculous especially when the headlights are rounded. Also lacks style in interior.
Those that want to ATS want a more conservative/mature looking car. Those that want the IS want a more sporty look.Going to be hard to find a person that really loves both cars. IMO, the lexus is the sportiest luxury sedan on the market. C class comes in a close second.
I love how the turbo motor is prone to heat issues. My sky has an older ecotec 2.0 making 290 hp and 340 ft lb of torque and it doesn't struggle with the ac on and outside temp above 105°
I would choose the Lexus all day. I can't wait until the Lexus RC F comes out. I mean you take the IS, make it a two door and then add an upgraded version of the current ISF motor with even better handling characteristics. What more could you want?!?!!
What was the point of making this video other than to test drive the Cadillac ATS against the Lexus IS350; if they couldn't get the cars with the same configuration, they shouldn't have made the video at the time they did. Why not wait until Cadillac had a ATS with a 3.6L V6 and RWD for them to go head-to-head.
I'm a little disappointed to see them comparing an awd 2 liter turbo against a rwd 3.5 liter with a sport package. These are two cars that people will cross shop but I think it would of given us viewers a better idea if they where the same trim level.
Let the guy said this is not a fair fight! I know ATS Coupe is coming but Cadillac gotta come up with ATS V-Sport for sedan also just like the one with CTS sedan.
They should make the ATS V sport with the 3.6L twin-turbo V6 with maybe 390 HP and 390 lbs-ft of torque, and then the hard-core ATS-V should get the 6.2L LT1 V8 with 455 HP and 460 lbs-ft of torque. Sadly, that might not happen.
Wow, I owned a 2013 ATS performance Awd 2.0T loved it. Traded it in on a 2014 Lexus is350 awd. The Lexus IS the most uncomfortable, outdated car and I just traded it in on a 2018 ATS lol they are so full of shit. Cadillac is real leather btw and the Lexus is nuluxe.
I am in the automotive business and just laugh at this comparison! For one, come to Texas and complain about 90 degree heat and you'll get B!tC# slapped! If you're really trying to find the true winner for a PERFORMANCE sedan, you don't get the 2.0T "performance collection" ATS just cuz it's in the name or it's what you could borrow for the comparison film. Make it a fair fight with the bigger motor options, dump AWD [$2,000] and the Driver assist package [$3,600] and invest that money in the Premium Collection ATS [give you Mag. ride control, better engine cooling and a LSD] and put it against the fully loaded F-sport IS350 to make it a TRUE comparison in all aspects including features, price and especially PERFORMANCE. I come from a Bavarian background and can tell you that both of these cars are well equipped to dethrone European kings, but at least make it a fair fight...
Motor Trend did compare the Infiniti and Lexus and they said "if you want a track car then go with the Infiniti. If you want a car that is fun for everyday driving then pick the Lexus." The Lexus won the comparison. The Lexus IS also beat the BMW 335 in comparison too. So now I'm curious as to how fun it is to drive but I'm still an Infiniti guy myself. The IS F is the only one that is fast enough of the Lexus cars.
the caddy looks dated, the lexus kinda tries to hard. but i'd take either car and be happy. btw i have driven both cars for an extended period (3-4 days) and i have to admit the caddy surprised me the most. drives great and has good luxury traits. though the lexus feels more refined, the caddy is a better drivers car. pick and choose what is more important, more sport or more luxury
Lexus IS350 F Sport.......because everybody wants a sports car that has mind boggling understeer. Thanks, but I`ll take the Cadillac engineering, performance and build quality.
kgisabeast "they last forever".... lol, said the worlds biggest Lexus fanboi. Maybe when driven by his Auntie who by the way is about the only people who drive them today. Cadillac participates all over the world in sports car racing and there's a reason for it, go find your Lexus on aisle 5 right next to the tampons.
kgisabeast by the way, this is coming from the boy who doesn't know the difference between shocks and struts and his Lexus is spewing coolant all over the road, just read his posts.
www.usatoday.com/story/money/2015/02/25/jd-power-vds-reliability/23982237/ www.consumerreports.org/cro/magazine/2014/04/who-makes-the-best-cars/index.htm Facts are facts, and yes, I needed a new radiator hose, but that was the first thing I've changed in 4 years of ownership and my car has 220k miles so not bad at all
And another thing is even if there is no V sport version for ATS i don't understand why AutoGuide decided to test 2.0T version. The Lexus is F sport is the most sporty, n powerful of all IS, so they should've use the most powerful of ATS which is the V6 version! I think IS is better than ATS ultimately but they shouldn't be as far off as they are in performance as this car suggest. GS-F vs CTS-V is totally different story tho, CTS Win!
@@ruthnoya8424 ok and look at the cluster of these foreign cars with the mounted flat touch screen. Reminds me of a car in 1999 with a aftermarket mounted TV screen in a rap video
@@sirloin4372 Lol car of the year!‽ By who? Motor Trend or some other paid off shill of an "authority." Let me guess, JDPower lmao 🤣. The Lexus IS sold more units than the ATS. Oh, and I'm rolling an is350 😋
@@ruthnoya8424 just because something sold more doesn’t make it better. By your logic a Prius is better then your Lexus…. Oh I own 4 Cadillacs and one is an ats….
What does that even mean? The Lexus still cost several thousand $ less than the ATS, as tested. The comparison was more than fair. Maybe you should ask Cadillac why they're overcharging for the ATS. Lexus was smart to charge less than the BMW. Cadillac is just insane if they think people will buy an ATS over a 3 series for the same price :/
The wood is way too glossy in the ATS. I dont like the cup holders since you cant close them. I hardly drink anything in my car so i expect a sliding cover to keep my cell phone etc. Lexus on the another is not bad as well. Both of them are great cars. Lexus still win because of reliability.
The is f model comes short against the 3 series but is a better driving car than the ats when it has been proved that the ats is the best handling and more fun to drive in its class. Everyone can do a car review these days.
interior of the ATS, especially the speedometer sucks! That said I completely disagree, the edge on exterior style is all ATS. Lexis is nice but sort of played out.
Motortrend said they hated the manual in this car and now the 6 speed is a slush box. Wat a waste of great chassis. They shud get the 8speed from the cts in this
So these guys not only compared the weaker ATS model to the upgraded Lexus, they put the fatter guy in the smaller engine on a 90+ degree hot day? Yikes! How much did Lexus pay you for this "fair" review?
American and European have and always will be better than Asian cars. Europeans cars are the best. American cars are good for those who really want a decent ride. Reliability of a car will be based on how you treat your car. If you take care of your car, it will take care of you.
This is the most ridiculous statement I've ever seen. Do you mean American treat their cars like shit and Japanese love their cars as babies? In my opinion, European made great drivers' car but low reliability. Asian made great reliability cars but lack of dynamic experience. American only make thirsty dragrace crap.
Feng Zhang Completely true!............a few yrs ago. Update that opinion to 2014 please! America's trying to do a turn around and aren't doing......too bad, at it.
I agree with u. I just stand for majority of them. American make great cars like Z28. German make reliable machine like 911 and Japan make great driver car like GTR. They all perfect works.
My god that fucking lexus is so damn sexy I have is300 I just wish I had the money to buy the new1.... lexus great job with the design jesus what a machine..
The ATS still had an "as tested" price several thousand dollars higher than the IS350 F-Sport?? What is Cadillac thinking? The only thing going for the ATS was supposed to be performance. The interior (especially the gauge cluster) is hideous, and the exterior is way too conservative with ugly headlights. The new IS is an amazing car. The interior is probably *the best* in its class, and it's significantly cheaper than most (all?) of the alternatives. Between these two, IS wins hands down.
No. This would compete against the 3.6L V6. An IS-F would compete with the ATS-V, but unfortunately Lexus did not come out with an IS-F for this generation.
Not exactly apples to apples, but I'm shocked that even tho the Lexus had the bigger engine and sport package it cost less than a turbo 4 all wheel drive ATS. $47 for a four cylinder, yikes.
All of mine have been gems, 05 STS4 1sg has been a darling and I still have it, 05 deville limited has been amazing and I still have it, just bought a 13 ats 2.0t and I also have 69 deville. They have never broken down or left me stranded. I’ve just done regular maintenance and they have been great. Maybe the problem was you?
1.the lexus is the most top of the line IS while the ATS isnt 2.the interior of the lexus is on top plz dont talk shit about it its from LFA 3.Lexus engines are the BEST nothing can beat then in reliability dont be surprised if you saw a lexus with 150k on it and still the owner revs it like its new and they dont overheat. 4.sadly both of them are crap now, check out the new Infiniti Q50 S, that thing has way better interior and exterior than both of them combined, way better handling almost 0 understeer and drifts really easily if you want it to, if you saw a Lexus IS drifting call it fake.
Cursed cadillac, plus the infiniti q50 is the most dynamic in the class, and it's faster than the bmw 3 series (at least in hybrid form where it has 360 horsepower).
This is apples and oranges comparison... Yes I know they admitted this at the start of the video. They should have compared more comparable models. 6 cyl. vs. 6 cyl. they would have been much closer and maybe the Caddy would have had the better time.
lexus is less expensive than ats and is a all around better vehicle. that's the bottom line. Now to compare the the V6 engine ats is crazy. that's around $15k more.
lexus is not less expensive, a top of the line ATS V6 Premium cost $47-48k (cadillac offers $3,000 incentives) + 0% apr finance 72months. I dont see Lexus selling any of their new IS like hot cakes.
This is a bias review why not the v6? in the caddy?
They should have at least pitted it against the Premium RWD ATS with stiffer FE3 Magnetic Ride Control suspension and 200 lbs lighter.
Exactly
Well, I now have an E85 tune on my ATS 2.0T Premium which is good for 315 hp and 350 ft/lbs so bring it on IS350.
Oliver T.
@@ilija23ill put the work on your caddi bud
I traded a 2013 Mustang GT 5.0 for a new caddy, love it.
@CR055F1RE That shit probably broke
That is psycho
Who wouldn't go with the Lexus, it is elegant and aggressive, has Toyota reliability and resale value. You would be nuts to spend more money on a Cadillac and have it depreciate like a rock and most likely be in the shop every week.
Take your Toyota loving ass to Japan , Cadillac's are fine cars , the way you talk Toyota never had a recall so it is a God,. never they killed people a few years ago there is no car that is perfect however I'm an American and will support America , its people like you who wonder why things are so bad when you sell out your country for people who practice unfair trading , cause they can't be honest. Because I'm an American I can make Cadillac get it right, Its time we love the products of this country so we are working , not like the sell out two who gave this unfair off balance review
Alton Washington Just another butt hurt Cadillac fanboy, yes Toyota had its ups and downs, and can't deny the fact the ATS is a big change but GM quality is still shit. GM's 2.0t LTG series showed in the video, are just horrible. You don't believe me check with Cadillac Forums. As for Lexus, their reliability, brand value is on other level compared to Cadillac. People have their own perspective against certain products get over it and stop being so anal about it.
Alton Washington fine cars? 2017 consumer reports had Toyota/Lexus ranked 1 & 2 in reliability... Cadillac 27th place (dead last). Garbage cars, hence why they needed a bailout and are in trouble again. Pure junk.
He summed that up well at the end. "...un-like the ATS this is the F sport model, it's the top of the line, and for it we can't make any excuses."
I have a ATS 2t 6 speed manual rear wheel drive.
Fun to drive and I have had fun surprising many.
What can I say 0 60 high 5 low 6 / 50 50 balance great brakes but the manual transmission is a bit of a gear jammer. But I can't see a real driver not enjoying being behind the wheel of a ATS, I haven't had the same fun factor driving a Bimer not saying that BMW is not a performer but Cadillac has a great car to offer us
I own a 2015 ATS 2.0t and have a friend with a 2017 f sport is350.... he loves the ATS...
Lexus will outlast a Cadillac anyday!!
He doesn't want to hurt your feelings. They'll get hurt enough when you try to sell or trade in that pile.
Bogus! Why would they compare the 6 cylinder lexus to the 4 cylinder cadillac???Should've been the 3.6 premium cadillac vs the f sport is 350 to be fare. 👎👎
I feel that a FR 2.0T or FR 3.6 ATS would have won if it was driving dynamics alone. The power advantage is there, but I noted elsewhere the FR models have a slightly lower ride height as well as optional magnetic dampers (which are unavailable in AWD).
The Lexus may have the stunning factor, but I think it looks hideous. The interior & those gauges do win back points, but I like fhe Cadillac more overall, excluding CUE.
LMAO if this was all about interior quailty alone, the Lex would have still won
too bad when reviewing a car its not only about 1 aspect but ALL aspects and overall the Lexus (subjectively) looks waaay better, and hands down has the better interior. the Caddy's speed guages are a joke for a luxury car. a $20k Carolla has better lol. i woul say Caddy is on par reliability wise but Lexus has a higher resale value. both are also very capable performance wise so for those reasons the Lexus is still the better pick
wrong
The caddys gouges look like their from an early 90s truck.
Such a dishonest review. First off, these are not track cars. You should review them on winding roads. Second, ATS body roll, really?! I drove an ATS 2.0T pretty hard and I know there is no noticeable body roll. The car stays surprisingly flat to the road.
Does the lexus have the wrong headlights? Never seen a f sport with the base single beam headlights.
Yeah the ATS 3.6 rwd with a sport package would have made much more sense. And that red leather and real carbon fiber that Motor Trend's ATS tester had was REALLY nice. The ATS-V is around the corner and I am SO excited to see what it offers. Good showing for Lexus here..don't like the back end but other than that, it seems like a solid contender in the class.
RWD Lexus with Sport pkg vs Cadillac ALL WHEEL DRIVE with base suspension? Next time please try ATS 3.6 RWD it would have the Magnetic Ride Control (only available in RWD).
Did you guys go to the bar before the review? I actually drove both cars and bought the ats 3.6 premium performance sedan
Does it have the same 90s Chevy truck gauges as the one in this video?
@@ruthnoya8424 yep, but it has three screens that you personalize to your own liking! I got a black Ats 2015 3.6 premium rwd with performance pkg. Love it! Had it for almost 3 years and the upgraded CUE. Factory black shiny 19 Inch wheels. The magna ride suspension is impressive
@@ruthnoya8424 hahaha why are you so mad, I’ve seen so many comments from you just hating on the car and not giving anywhere close to a good reason. You’re just an ignorant simp….
@@sirloin4372
It's just an easy car to rip on. Sure, the V models are cool but all the lower ones are garbage with horrendous resale...and of course resale is determined by reliability. I just did an autotrader search 500 miles out, average price of a 2013-14 Ats is $16k, same year is350 is $27k. That alone would dissuade anyone with a brain not to buy a (non V) Caddy. That's like literally putting $11k in a pile in front of you and lighting it on fire. But in reality most were leases, people just renting the Caddy as are the German trio. Lexus is about the only luxury Marque worth actually buying/owning for longer than a lease.
@@ruthnoya8424 I own 4 Cadillacs an ats being on and they have all be great reliable cars, the only one of my Cadillacs that’s need to be in the shop was my 05 STS4 1sg which I still have going strong with 151k on odometer. I get you have your preference, and so do I. I prefer Cadillacs, but I don’t go hating on every bmw and Lexus and Benz video on here. I try to respect all people and all cars. It my not be my cup of tea, but it is someone’s and that’s what matters.
Lexus wins with 2 main and BIG advantages..RELIABILITY,TOP ENGINEERING. And the list goes on...better dash(not glossy cheap plastic,where every single piece of dust will stick) Used materials are of much better quality,safety also NCAP(5 stars)..resale prize will be much higher (again because its bulletproof reliable) and yeah..cause its Lexus:)
Reliability? All these cars 2013+ refreshed, redesigned are reliable. Cadillac having better warranty + powertrain warranty (longer) than Lexus/BMW/MBenz as well. Sure Lexus is known (Toyota) but Cadillac has been changing its reputation the last 8yrs. I owned a 2006 Cadillac STS RWD V6 bought it with 50k miles sold it with 127k miles and still had more to offer.
Frikiton Xplosion 127k miles and you make it a big deal??:))) Man,seriously,you have to reconsider your experience with cars,since the majority of Lexus LS400 first gen have well over 600k miles and except basic maintenance like brakes,filters,liquids and small power antenna issues,they are are still running and running...I agree that Cadillac have some of their issues sorted,but so and KIA and Hyundai..,everybody is improving..,but they are faaar from Lexus quality and luxury:)
Anubis Ra Cheap plasitc? Is that a joke? The dashboardon the ats inside is full leather, all of it
lexus and top engineering doesn't mix.
kdu8004 You are right..,its the same thing:)
How long does it take to look at a clock mid dash ? The Analog clock is classy . He would rather a digital ? Is the speedo digital? The tach? Cmon man gotta coordinate
1st gen IS has Supra's non-turbo engine (2JZ) that was released in '94. So Lexus didn't go as far as designing in-line 6 engine in order to compete with 3-series, it just made sense to go with that engine even though it was over a decade old at that point. Your BMW favorism is causing you to lose credibility.
Should've use the 3.6 also that share predator looking grill looks ridiculous especially when the headlights are rounded. Also lacks style in interior.
Those that want to ATS want a more conservative/mature looking car. Those that want the IS want a more sporty look.Going to be hard to find a person that really loves both cars. IMO, the lexus is the sportiest luxury sedan on the market. C class comes in a close second.
I love how the turbo motor is prone to heat issues. My sky has an older ecotec 2.0 making 290 hp and 340 ft lb of torque and it doesn't struggle with the ac on and outside temp above 105°
why not compare v6 to v6 instead of Caddy with turbo 4 ???? Doesnt make sense
Lexus all day
@hitek9wittafulclip If Lexus is a Toyota, is the Cadillac a Chevy Cruze? Don't make ignorant statements.
@@ih8700 nice Toyota
Why are you comparing the 2.0t with a 3.5 v6 they have a 3.6 ats for the Lexus 350
Okay well if it's not a direct comparison, or a fair fight, why even make this video?
Why not use the ATS 3.6 to compare?
I would choose the Lexus all day. I can't wait until the Lexus RC F comes out. I mean you take the IS, make it a two door and then add an upgraded version of the current ISF motor with even better handling characteristics. What more could you want?!?!!
Why don't you gys get the one whith the v6.?
Seriously view the Lexus in real life. It actually looks really fucking sexy
Apsisu Isu it looks worse, and they are all driven by Asian women
What was the point of making this video other than to test drive the Cadillac ATS against the Lexus IS350; if they couldn't get the cars with the same configuration, they shouldn't have made the video at the time they did. Why not wait until Cadillac had a ATS with a 3.6L V6 and RWD for them to go head-to-head.
That is the first time I've seen a review saying a current Cadillac doesn't stand out?!
I'm a little disappointed to see them comparing an awd 2 liter turbo against a rwd 3.5 liter with a sport package. These are two cars that people will cross shop but I think it would of given us viewers a better idea if they where the same trim level.
The Caddy looks better inside and out this is a bad comparsion too
Lexus all day, over everyone else
You're kinda nuts. Not sure if 12 or troll.
clutchkickgoon Or he has an opinion?
That makes the Caddy look like it's worth $10,000
That is what I got for my trade in lol.
Let the guy said this is not a fair fight! I know ATS Coupe is coming but Cadillac gotta come up with ATS V-Sport for sedan also just like the one with CTS sedan.
They should make the ATS V sport with the 3.6L twin-turbo V6 with maybe 390 HP and 390 lbs-ft of torque, and then the hard-core ATS-V should get the 6.2L LT1 V8 with 455 HP and 460 lbs-ft of torque. Sadly, that might not happen.
I really love these new Lexus F sports, especially since I sat in one at a car show. Love the interior too, just wish they had manual option!
Wow, I owned a 2013 ATS performance Awd 2.0T loved it. Traded it in on a 2014 Lexus is350 awd. The Lexus IS the most uncomfortable, outdated car and I just traded it in on a 2018 ATS lol they are so full of shit.
Cadillac is real leather btw and the Lexus is nuluxe.
Enjoy all those trade-in depreciation hits!
@@ruthnoya8424 least he’s enjoying a fantastic car….
Interesting and likewise informative comparison, AutoGuide. Would be interested in seeing how the all new Infiniti Q50 compares with these two.
I am in the automotive business and just laugh at this comparison! For one, come to Texas and complain about 90 degree heat and you'll get B!tC# slapped! If you're really trying to find the true winner for a PERFORMANCE sedan, you don't get the 2.0T "performance collection" ATS just cuz it's in the name or it's what you could borrow for the comparison film. Make it a fair fight with the bigger motor options, dump AWD [$2,000] and the Driver assist package [$3,600] and invest that money in the Premium Collection ATS [give you Mag. ride control, better engine cooling and a LSD] and put it against the fully loaded F-sport IS350 to make it a TRUE comparison in all aspects including features, price and especially PERFORMANCE. I come from a Bavarian background and can tell you that both of these cars are well equipped to dethrone European kings, but at least make it a fair fight...
which bmw 3 series car are they referring to that is more powerful? the regular sedan only gets 300hp
Yeah, I think that they were talking about torque, it makes 300lb-ft vs 277lb-ft in the IS.
Instrument cluster in the Caddy turns me into a blind person.
Lol right, looks like it's from an early 90s truck
Wow, that was underwhelming on BOTH fronts. I'll never get that 12 minutes of my life back :-/ .
"Ultimate Driving Machine" Puh-Leeze! lol BMW hasn't made a good 3 Series since the E90 Era !!
why would you have the 2.0t with an automatic trans?
2:31 The lexus IS350 F-Sport looks like someone sat on the front end and squished it.. in This angle it looks malformed
BEEN AWHILE FOR A REVIEW GUYS
lexus is BEAUTIFUL! on the other hand.............
compare lexus and infniti q50
There is a comparison done by Head 2 Head between those two cars.
yea I know but motor trend is a different company this is autoguide
I want to see what they have to say
Motor Trend did compare the Infiniti and Lexus and they said "if you want a track car then go with the Infiniti. If you want a car that is fun for everyday driving then pick the Lexus." The Lexus won the comparison. The Lexus IS also beat the BMW 335 in comparison too. So now I'm curious as to how fun it is to drive but I'm still an Infiniti guy myself. The IS F is the only one that is fast enough of the Lexus cars.
Put the f sport against the ATS-V and see what happens
Why dont we compare two that are equal??
Perhaps , the cadillac 2014 3.6 v6 ? Exacly fuckers
the caddy looks dated, the lexus kinda tries to hard. but i'd take either car and be happy. btw i have driven both cars for an extended period (3-4 days) and i have to admit the caddy surprised me the most. drives great and has good luxury traits. though the lexus feels more refined, the caddy is a better drivers car. pick and choose what is more important, more sport or more luxury
Lexus IS350 F Sport.......because everybody wants a sports car that has mind boggling understeer. Thanks, but I`ll take the Cadillac engineering, performance and build quality.
Build quality? Lexus has the best build quality in the world, they last forever. Cadillac went bankrupt due to poor build quality. Smh
kgisabeast "they last forever".... lol, said the worlds biggest Lexus fanboi. Maybe when driven by his Auntie who by the way is about the only people who drive them today. Cadillac participates all over the world in sports car racing and there's a reason for it, go find your Lexus on aisle 5 right next to the tampons.
kgisabeast by the way, this is coming from the boy who doesn't know the difference between shocks and struts and his Lexus is spewing coolant all over the road, just read his posts.
www.usatoday.com/story/money/2015/02/25/jd-power-vds-reliability/23982237/
www.consumerreports.org/cro/magazine/2014/04/who-makes-the-best-cars/index.htm
Facts are facts, and yes, I needed a new radiator hose, but that was the first thing I've changed in 4 years of ownership and my car has 220k miles so not bad at all
So you're saying that Cadillac AKA (Chevy)has better quality than Lexus! 😂😂😂 get the hell out of here.
And another thing is even if there is no V sport version for ATS i don't understand why AutoGuide decided to test 2.0T version. The Lexus is F sport is the most sporty, n powerful of all IS, so they should've use the most powerful of ATS which is the V6 version! I think IS is better than ATS ultimately but they shouldn't be as far off as they are in performance as this car suggest. GS-F vs CTS-V is totally different story tho, CTS Win!
Why do all these reviews love to hate on Cadillacs so much
Because they're pieces of garbage. Just look at the instrument cluster. Belongs on a $12k rental car chevy.
@@ruthnoya8424 ok and look at the cluster of these foreign cars with the mounted flat touch screen. Reminds me of a car in 1999 with a aftermarket mounted TV screen in a rap video
@@ruthnoya8424 hahaha you the garbage… 2013 ats waa car of the year and it sold a lot. I have one. They are great cars, your just ignorant…
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Lol car of the year!‽ By who? Motor Trend or some other paid off shill of an "authority." Let me guess, JDPower lmao 🤣. The Lexus IS sold more units than the ATS. Oh, and I'm rolling an is350 😋
@@ruthnoya8424 just because something sold more doesn’t make it better. By your logic a Prius is better then your Lexus…. Oh I own 4 Cadillacs and one is an ats….
What does that even mean? The Lexus still cost several thousand $ less than the ATS, as tested. The comparison was more than fair. Maybe you should ask Cadillac why they're overcharging for the ATS. Lexus was smart to charge less than the BMW. Cadillac is just insane if they think people will buy an ATS over a 3 series for the same price :/
The wood is way too glossy in the ATS. I dont like the cup holders since you cant close them. I hardly drink anything in my car so i expect a sliding cover to keep my cell phone etc. Lexus on the another is not bad as well. Both of them are great cars. Lexus still win because of reliability.
Lexus!
Yea, that mix-up was so embarrassing we HAD to fix it.
Was that really a fair fight?
This is the fastest IS...same with the GS...until 2016.
The is f model comes short against the 3 series but is a better driving car than the ats when it has been proved that the ats is the best handling and more fun to drive in its class. Everyone can do a car review these days.
interior of the ATS, especially the speedometer sucks! That said I completely disagree, the edge on exterior style is all ATS. Lexis is nice but sort of played out.
Ok idk what kind of ATS they got but why does the speedometer go up to 260 mph? Not right
Because the ATS is a rocket.
Great video as always
I'm looking into buying one or the other, but when I saw that dash and the Cadillac I almost wanted to shut my phone off
Motortrend said they hated the manual in this car and now the 6 speed is a slush box. Wat a waste of great chassis. They shud get the 8speed from the cts in this
I pick the ATS
So these guys not only compared the weaker ATS model to the upgraded Lexus, they put the fatter guy in the smaller engine on a 90+ degree hot day? Yikes! How much did Lexus pay you for this "fair" review?
Enlighten us. What, exactly, looks "cheap"?
Sorry the Lexus IS350 over heated on the track as well as the ATS while the 3 series crushed both cars while keeping its cool
ATS for me
American and European have and always will be better than Asian cars. Europeans cars are the best. American cars are good for those who really want a decent ride. Reliability of a car will be based on how you treat your car. If you take care of your car, it will take care of you.
This is the most ridiculous statement I've ever seen. Do you mean American treat their cars like shit and Japanese love their cars as babies? In my opinion, European made great drivers' car but low reliability. Asian made great reliability cars but lack of dynamic experience. American only make thirsty dragrace crap.
Feng Zhang Completely true!............a few yrs ago. Update that opinion to 2014 please! America's trying to do a turn around and aren't doing......too bad, at it.
Most stupidest statement in history, you even got Guinness's attention.
I agree with u. I just stand for majority of them. American make great cars like Z28. German make reliable machine like 911 and Japan make great driver car like GTR. They all perfect works.
Dumb af
My god that fucking lexus is so damn sexy I have is300 I just wish I had the money to buy the new1.... lexus great job with the design jesus what a machine..
Should have added a chevy volt...
who is ever going to use either of these cars on the track???
nicre review --thank you
The ATS still had an "as tested" price several thousand dollars higher than the IS350 F-Sport?? What is Cadillac thinking? The only thing going for the ATS was supposed to be performance. The interior (especially the gauge cluster) is hideous, and the exterior is way too conservative with ugly headlights. The new IS is an amazing car. The interior is probably *the best* in its class, and it's significantly cheaper than most (all?) of the alternatives. Between these two, IS wins hands down.
So this is a top of line is? Shouldnt this review wait for a ats-v?
IZ IT THE ISF
No. This would compete against the 3.6L V6. An IS-F would compete with the ATS-V, but unfortunately Lexus did not come out with an IS-F for this generation.
Not exactly apples to apples, but I'm shocked that even tho the Lexus had the bigger engine and sport package it cost less than a turbo 4 all wheel drive ATS. $47 for a four cylinder, yikes.
All my caddies we’re horrible for reliability escalade fell apart and the ctsv was always in the shop......lexus is the direct opposite
All of mine have been gems, 05 STS4 1sg has been a darling and I still have it, 05 deville limited has been amazing and I still have it, just bought a 13 ats 2.0t and I also have 69 deville. They have never broken down or left me stranded. I’ve just done regular maintenance and they have been great. Maybe the problem was you?
1.the lexus is the most top of the line IS while the ATS isnt
2.the interior of the lexus is on top plz dont talk shit about it its from LFA
3.Lexus engines are the BEST nothing can beat then in reliability dont be surprised if you saw a lexus with 150k on it and still the owner revs it like its new and they dont overheat.
4.sadly both of them are crap now, check out the new Infiniti Q50 S, that thing has way better interior and exterior than both of them combined, way better handling almost 0 understeer and drifts really easily if you want it to, if you saw a Lexus IS drifting call it fake.
strange comparison.
Why didnt they use 2014 ats
ATS looks way better than the IS!
Show us what the Lexus did against the red car in the background! Ferrari? C-8?!
wood trim looks cheap, don't judge the silver bro
I'll take one of each!
wooow you sneaky Autoguide you... the previous video mistakenly had the ATS at 43mpg on the highway.
Sometimes even more, the 20T gets great gas mileage. I know, I have one.
Cursed cadillac, plus the infiniti q50 is the most dynamic in the class, and it's faster than the bmw 3 series (at least in hybrid form where it has 360 horsepower).
I don't even have to watch the video to know that Lexus is the better car.
ATS is extremely handsome, and Lexus is one ugly monster. Now inside, i would argue the other way, Lexus got the interior figured out!
At 7:48 notice a corvette turning left on a track with blinkers! That's hilarious.
Love the Lexus better👈🏾🙄
This is apples and oranges comparison... Yes I know they admitted this at the start of the video. They should have compared more comparable models. 6 cyl. vs. 6 cyl. they would have been much closer and maybe the Caddy would have had the better time.
I like the ATS. The Lexus looks too desperate for attention...
Sean Mangubat ATS isn't reliable and it's more expensive, not to mention the Lexus looks way better.
the Lexus looks like a car fish
lexus has dramatically changdd their styling design over the past decade. look at an e46 3 series in 2001 and a lexus is300. the is300 looks so dated
I really like the IS's design. It's up to people's ugly eyesight with mainstream tastes to not appreciate this car.
lexus is less expensive than ats and is a all around better vehicle. that's the bottom line. Now to compare the the V6 engine ats is crazy. that's around $15k more.
lexus is not less expensive, a top of the line ATS V6 Premium cost $47-48k (cadillac offers $3,000 incentives) + 0% apr finance 72months. I dont see Lexus selling any of their new IS like hot cakes.
ATS and IS350 are not even in the same segment, why compare the two? maybe the IS250 and ATS are more realistic.
an FRS laps the same as a IS350 f-sport!? I guess it goes to show how good the frs on a track with lots of turns.