I know that 2.5L V6 doesn’t have that much power at 204 HP but if you don’t care about that and just want a comfortable ride that is still sporty, this IS 250 is a good choice. Plus that V6 will last year an eternity as expected from Lexus.
Actually this 2.5 engine have problematic carbon buildup because it only have direct fuel injetcion, the 350 is a better buy with plenty more power and port/direct fuel injection that eliminates this issue. But i also seen some ppl with a lot of miles on this 250.
I own a 2011 Lexus is250, recorded 7.2 seconds in Sport mode and ECT power enabled. The car isn't fast but it is fast enough... especially for a daily. Thanks for your review mate.
I have an 08 250 with a 2012 transmission. With ECT on and VSC off I can do 0-60 in under 6 seconds, my car is also lowered and has iridium spark plugs with an open f sport air box. Always a fun experience even doing everyday things.
Also not a lot of people know this about these cars but turning trac off allows shifting at higher rpm in lower gears which is also good if you’d like to drift or hit corners while maintaining speed
The second gen is250 has a lot of features even cars now don’t have… mine has Auto Unlock and if you hold the unlock key it rolls all the windows down for those hot days.
@@epicsnowleapard that’s why I said it’s for a hot day 😭you do it before you get to your car to try and let the hot air out… it’s not to just roll them all down for show
@@epicsnowleapardnot a gimmick, I go running and my car sits in the sun the whole time. The last thing I wanna do is sit inside a hot air filled cabin. I hold unlock to let the air out as I walk towards my car. Turn it on and the AC once I’m there and I literally don’t feel that nasty hot air car feeling ever.
This is actually the one year of the second gen IS to avoid. They didn't have an automatic passenger airbag cutoff for not enough weight on the seat, so even if your seat is empty, the passenger front and knee airbags will still deploy. The cutoff came starting with the 2007 model year, so 2007-2013 (and newer) IS models do have the cutoff and thus will not inflate the passenger airbag (or passenger knee airbag) for less than, I think, 65 pounds on the seat. Plus first year of the body style and all. Even if you don't have kids in the car, do you really want an airbag tearing up your dash and driving up repair costs when there's no one for it to protect? December 6, 2024 4:49 am
Get the 350 over the 250. Yes I understand it’s harder to find but it’s worth the wait. The 2gr-fse is way more reliable then the 4gr. It makes way more power and gets the same mpg.
The 2006 is 250 is the worst Lexus ever made ! First of all the 2006 model was the first of the 2nd generation which has a lot of faults, secondly the 250 (2.5) is the only Lexus that has engine oil buildups which causes a lot of damage to the cars engine , so the overall results of this 2006 is250 is just a failure, any Lexus after that was ok , like 2007 on words, as long as it's not a 250
I know that 2.5L V6 doesn’t have that much power at 204 HP but if you don’t care about that and just want a comfortable ride that is still sporty, this IS 250 is a good choice. Plus that V6 will last year an eternity as expected from Lexus.
204hp is plenty
@@DMCarReviews pretty much the same amount of power as the current RAV4 with the 2.5L 4 cylinder, so plenty of power for just normal street driving.
Actually this 2.5 engine have problematic carbon buildup because it only have direct fuel injetcion, the 350 is a better buy with plenty more power and port/direct fuel injection that eliminates this issue. But i also seen some ppl with a lot of miles on this 250.
@@din3832what year model exactly and what should i look for if buying 2007-2010 versions of IS250? Thx!
@@din3832too expensive and in some country nit allowed to drive it at young age
I’m buying this soon, I’m so excited
yay
I’ve had a couple IS350s and can’t get enough of them. Ultimately I want an ISF to be the “forever” car.
Love these cars, I have an 09’ IS 250 6MT. Very fun to drive!
Very cool!
I just bought a 2006 Lexus is 250 with only 9900 miles on it. I am in love with this car ❤️☺️😘
Very nice!
How much
Lexus v6 engines are amazing to drive and indestructible.
That is very true!
Best review of this car you can find. Finally someone that goes over everything you could want to know
Thanks for watching!
I own a 2011 Lexus is250, recorded 7.2 seconds in Sport mode and ECT power enabled. The car isn't fast but it is fast enough... especially for a daily. Thanks for your review mate.
Thank you for watching!
I have an 08 250 with a 2012 transmission. With ECT on and VSC off I can do 0-60 in under 6 seconds, my car is also lowered and has iridium spark plugs with an open f sport air box. Always a fun experience even doing everyday things.
Also not a lot of people know this about these cars but turning trac off allows shifting at higher rpm in lower gears which is also good if you’d like to drift or hit corners while maintaining speed
@@sirpassestenyes it seems too be. More responsive & quicker with trac off .. I accidentally turned mine off one day and realized that lol
@@sirpassesten under 6 seconds or under 7 seconds, which did you mean.
Good review
Thank you!
I LOVED the styling on this IS. The new one is nice too, but in a different way. This was it though.
This was great!
Great video as always! Love your content
Would be awesome if you could also review both IS350 and ISF for the same era !
Thank you for watching! Hopefully I'll come across them someday.
The second gen is250 has a lot of features even cars now don’t have… mine has Auto Unlock and if you hold the unlock key it rolls all the windows down for those hot days.
Eh more of a gimmick, you can't remotely close them back up.
@@epicsnowleapard that’s why I said it’s for a hot day 😭you do it before you get to your car to try and let the hot air out… it’s not to just roll them all down for show
@@tillmanscott7551 my dad's 2006 altima had that.
@@tillmanscott7551yep I used to do too.
@@epicsnowleapardnot a gimmick, I go running and my car sits in the sun the whole time. The last thing I wanna do is sit inside a hot air filled cabin. I hold unlock to let the air out as I walk towards my car. Turn it on and the AC once I’m there and I literally don’t feel that nasty hot air car feeling ever.
Best car Ever...... Lexus 💪😎
Great cars!
im looking for a starter car and this seems perfect and also looks luxury!
Great starter car!
@@DMCarReviews thanks!
Nice colour, I have the green one, love my is250, had an is200 before, was also a great car runned without any problems
Nice!
This is actually the one year of the second gen IS to avoid. They didn't have an automatic passenger airbag cutoff for not enough weight on the seat, so even if your seat is empty, the passenger front and knee airbags will still deploy. The cutoff came starting with the 2007 model year, so 2007-2013 (and newer) IS models do have the cutoff and thus will not inflate the passenger airbag (or passenger knee airbag) for less than, I think, 65 pounds on the seat. Plus first year of the body style and all. Even if you don't have kids in the car, do you really want an airbag tearing up your dash and driving up repair costs when there's no one for it to protect?
December 6, 2024 4:49 am
They're fantastic cars but small. The ES is definitely better. But for a superb reliable daily driver, this is a fantastic buy
I liked the IS more than the ES. It's not a fwd biased car like the ES.
the GS is what your looking for, essentially a bigger IS and is more luxurious than the ES. Sporty drive and solid build
How does a g37 ride and handle compared to this?
Ride is similar, but I do prefer the handling in the Lexus.
I want to buy one in Poland but it's hard to find one in good condition
Same i'm looking for one in Poland aswell
Should of hit the ect power button. Makes the throttle more responsive and the gears rev out more.
liar
@@b58forever It does. It also revs out to redline in first gear with full throttle instead of changing earlier.
@@jamest6850 ok but i dont think that will make the car faster at any point
@@b58foreverIt won't make it faster
Never said it would but it makes it feel more responsive and u don't have to dig into the pedal as much to get a downshift in drive.
My first car is a 2006 Lexus is250 with 228,000 miles
Mine is a 2006 with 180k miles on it
Get the 350 over the 250. Yes I understand it’s harder to find but it’s worth the wait. The 2gr-fse is way more reliable then the 4gr. It makes way more power and gets the same mpg.
The IS350 video is coming in a few weeks!
I agree while the 250 is good the 3.5l 2gr-fse engine is superior.
Does it have a back camera?
Yes
Is350 rides even better and is a lot quicker
I think they ride the same, but the IS350 is quicker.
The highway ride feel of the IS250 is identical too that of IS350.. .
Cause the is350 has a 3.5 liter V6 and this one has a 2.5 liter v6
@@AnthonyWreckzsuspension between the models is identical
@@hayden93 yeah but 100 hp difference, I’d still get an is250, my buddy just got one and just got it fully detailed
Luxury car
How does it handle compare to a 2015 E350
Very similar actually. The E350 does feel more planted at higher speeds.
@@DMCarReviews ok thanks
@@DMCarReviewshow does it handle compared to 2007 gs350?
@@shabirazizi527 The GS350 video is coming out tomorrow
when I get a Lexus I want this color
Nice!
Do a 2009 Honda Accord V6 coupe
Will try to find one!
did you say the is350 is better for a taller person?
ES350
4:48 bro thought it’s a BMW 😂
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The paddles work great? I think you're being nice lol.
They do work great! They may not be as responsive as in the sporty sedans today, but they still work well and respond quickly.
100,000km for 10,000$ u guys think thats worth for this car?
All depends on the condition. Overall, good deal. I'd try to see if they can sell it for 8-9k.
Great deal even for 10k, if no issues
My is350 is quicker but giving me problems compared to my brothers is250. His I consider a real Toyota
Meadow Soprano's car
What?
The 2006 is 250 is the worst Lexus ever made ! First of all the 2006 model was the first of the 2nd generation which has a lot of faults, secondly the 250 (2.5) is the only Lexus that has engine oil buildups which causes a lot of damage to the cars engine , so the overall results of this 2006 is250 is just a failure, any Lexus after that was ok , like 2007 on words, as long as it's not a 250
Wow, never heard of that.
My God the Door Cards are abhorrent 🥲