If Lexus cars are made by Toyota which one should you buy? Obviously if you ask Lexus dealers in New York or Lexus dealers in New Jersey for that matter the answer is a Lexus hands down. When you buy a Lexus it's like the Toyota is thrown in for free. But wait a minute, the Lexus costs more right? So that Toyota inside is not coming free is it?

In this analysis we'll compare Lexus cars versus Toyota cars from a simple vantage point: If I really love a particular Lexus model, which  Toyota would be my alternative? Our analysis is intended to look at these

There are basically 10 models of Lexus cars that you'll find at a Lexus New York dealer. Various trim levels are not considered different models obviously.