Major rivals of Lexus are Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Volvo. Lexus IS 250C is designed in a way that it performs at the finest level with the hi-tech aerodynamics and the power train. We may conclude that Volvo C70 is a more comfortable car with plenty of space for the rear passengers and cargo, but Lexus IS250c possesses high performance level. Both convertibles are available at almost same prices, but Lexus is a bit cheaper than the other. We have found difference among engine power of both the cars. Volvo has been installed with the engine of 227hp, while that of Lexus is 204hp. There is a slight difference between the fuel economy of Volvo and Lexus.
Mercedes-Benz CL is a heavier convertible with a high-powered V8 engine, but even the base price is sky high-$56,100 as compared to $39,440 of Lexus IS250C. Even though it has a more powerful engine, yet its fuel economy is lesser than that of IS 250C. Moreover, its retractable roof is soft while Lexus IS 250C has a hard roof made of aluminium. It can operate in record 20 seconds, folding or unfolding its 3-part structure.