Bought a used Lexus ES 350 5 years ago, best used car I ever bought. I owned Mercedes, BMW 5 series, the 2007 525 was the biggest lemon I've owned, so stay away from the Germans, heck, I'm German, buy a Lexus, if not, at least a Toyota product.
Coming from a BMW 550i to this is a BIG difference for me. It's more comfortable than an M340i but greatly underpowered. The predicted reliability alone trumps it's option and performance shortcomings compared to BMW.
I love how Lexus keep those physical buttons, many brands now throw you a large touchscreen that you can't access the virtual keys without distracting your eyes from the driving view.
It amazes me that 300+ hp today are mild and average performance. What does one do with 500hp in public roads? I feel that we have lost the sense of scale. My last car was a Mercedes C400 4MATIC, a 330hp car. 99% of my driving time all this power seemed superfluous, unnecessary and sometimes dangerous.
Well this 311 is from an old naturally aspirated V6, it won't compare to any turbo 6-cylinder competition. It's barely if any faster than some of the turbo 4-cylinders in this class.
muricans have been spoiled by big v8s that cost nothing they have no idea how ridiculous they sound when in europe most cars have 3 cylinders 1.2 without turbo...
@@thepro08 that is because your country is robbing you on fuel costs and overbearing vehicle taxes. Has nothing to do with cheap V8's. I am American and most of my cars have been European V8's.
Love the new IS! Owned a 2017 IS200t F-Sport for less than two years & was a great little fun car, but replaced it last year with a 2016 GS350 F-Sport cause I wanted to go back to a bigger car with more room & is also a lot more luxurious & overall a big improvement, but sometimes miss my IS in some ways. The turbo 4 was decent enough, but the V6 is far better. I would go for the 2022 IS500 V8 if I could afford it.
Coming from a 2011 BMW 328i! Can’t go wrong with Toyota. They say the BMW 3 series is the most reliable series out of all of them, but I had really bad experiences from engine oil leaks, to transmission problems even though I baby it.... I gotta say, my 2013 RWD Lexus Is350 has giving me 0 problems and it was one of the best options I’ve had ever take. Nice review sir!
I recently started researching this car and now I'd really like to own one. The nicest car I've ever owned is my current 2017 Jetta, which I bought shortly after graduating college and landing a job. So I definitely believe upgrading to an IS350 F-Sport will be just right for me. Thanks for creating this video!
I bought a 2021 Lexus IS, trading in the previous version and this review is spot on - great content by a great producer. There’s a omissions reviewers make since it’s not public knowledge & I’ll touch on those now. Positives: Lexus financial system is vastly more accommodating to international status persons in Canada, be it student or work permit persons which is a growing demographic given immigration policy. Bmw, Audi and merc will ask for extra deposits and have immensely exclusionary financial policies. There many examples I can give but it’s bad, put simply and feels borderline discriminatory in some instances. Lexus seats are less likely to give back pains on road trips than Bmw seats. IS seats are more comfortable on road trips than Bmw seats in a 3 series and 5 series (though 5 series is much closer). Merc and Audi seats work well. The mechanical suspension are great for everyday driving - better than some German adaptive in composure on bumps. The handling is a lot worse than a 3 series though.. but we’re not buying entry sedans to set lap times anyway, that’s still worth noting though. An aftermarket exhaust makes this sound absolutely amazing, better than any 4 cylinder can possibly sound and you have some cost effective options out there. The paintwork is $100k quality in mica blue, infrared and atomic silver. Paintwork is where lexus makes many other brands looks amateurish (and design). Negatives: Bad fuel economy. Low torque in first gear (odd rush in second gear at low rpm though, this can be strange). Dated transmission - sequentially shifting auto with long ratios. Shift times are bad in sport mode, nothing like the rapid zf though. Agility isn’t on par with the 3 series, not even remotely (though comfort it better from better seats, softer ride and slightly better sound proofing).
I loved seeing you reviewing a Lexus IS 350. Owesome car. I missed bmw when i got my first encounter with Lexus. But now, i understand why Lexus is so nice. Comfortable, fast, super reliable. You can drive hard and don't mind about blowing a turbo or having an check engine light on..
I have a request: Can you talk about what makes cars good? Why is a 50k Mercedes better than a 50k Volkswagen? I think there is a distinction if you view it from the perspective of an engineer or from a user. What actually counts for us, is the view as a consumer, buyer, user. Would be interesting to learn about that!
@@ECPP The Lexus is 350 is a beautiful car I would love to own one but $$ is out of reach . I would have to get a used model or wait til it gets a little older. Great video very informative.
Honestly u do the best explanation in the whole of youtube to me. You are direct straight forward and honest and funny enough we have the same best cars 😂. BMW and Lexus
I felt the same way at 1st.. Not until i discovered a better and affordable way of buying this Machine... Cant wait for midyear to grab my hands around it..
Enjoyed your review. Very interesting that the car in the USA doesn't have the driver memory seats. Totally agree with you about the great looks on this car and the Lexus reliability.
It’s amazing how different speced the cars are in the states and Canada! Here in Australia the ones we get for F-Sport come with everything standard and the only package option is for the sunroof and Mark Levinson!
Its a nice car for sure. I used to own a 2015 IS350F. Nicer seats and leather than most bmw, mercedes, and audi. Nice steering wheel. Cooled seats. But. it's slow.
The only thing I hate is the grill. I love the shape of the car the back of it looks great but ever since they put a new bumper and grill in 2014 I hate it but it's a really fun car to drive and they never break down.
Hi its not leather. I also believe that the ASC button doesn't make the sound of the engine come through the speakers. Its an actual component on the car for the intake.
Toyota wouldn't risk Lexus reliability with an unproven engine upgrade. They'd wait to see how well the engine performs, then you'd get your upgrade. Great review!
It's been 15 years and they already have a turbo V6 in the LS500. This IS should have gotten a version of that turbo V6 to be even remotely competitive.
Love this car. You might not end up putting 150k miles on it before you sell it , but if you do - you won’t have to dip into your retirement savings to keep it running.
I prefer your videos where you talk about cars in general; reviews are not so my thing - but then again, that's my preference, not a complaint. Other than that, there's just something right about your videos. Your setup, talk, just good. Great.
@@ECPP I really like the way you do your review, it is much more insightful than much reviewers do. I did watch this video twice because I found it so interesting. Thank you for that
can't wait for your review of the IS 500! trying to decide to choose from IS500 and LC500 for the sake of the last lexus V8 engines available in the future.
I started paying attention to these a few years ago and was digging the styling. Still do in the case of the new one. I sat in one at the Cleveland Auto Show in 2019 and saw they aren’t meant for larger humans. I’m not a giant, but 6’2” and 250 lbs, it felt like a coffin.
Great review. I don't know about the comparison with the Audi S4 and BMW M340i, though. Those cars are at a much higher price point than the IS 350 F Sport. A fairer comparison would be with the Audi A4 and BMW 330i, which have roughly the same price and 0-60 times as the Lexus. And while they win hands down with their interiors, the Lexus wins when it comes to the exterior and V6 sound, and of course reliability and maintenance costs.
Last week, traded in my 2018 Infiniti q50 Red Sport (10,500 miles) for an IS350 F Sport. The chassis on the q50 was not balanced. Engine took off, and the car followed. 311 HP on the Lexus feels smooth.
Its a nice car for sure. I used to own a 2015 IS350F. Nicer seats and leather than most bmw, mercedes, and audi. Nice steering wheel. Cooled seats. But. it's slow.
Have you ever done a reliability survey of the SUV 4x4's? I have found myself in the need of either an Estate or else a SUV but like any saloon or coupe you've tested these surely must have there fair share of "Don't Buy it" moments! I will be buying used but if you have any pointers I'd like to know which ones with etc. That Lexus sounded brilliant by the way 🤪
Just got a 2023 is350- no performance package and no upgraded sound system. The sound system is a MUST- this 10 speaker premium is lacking for a 50k car. Aside from that it handles like a cloud- can't imagine what it would be like with that extra sport + mode. Anyhow- this car is a SPORTY luxury sedan. It is no longer a sport sedan like the 2 IS. It is not very fast. Even if it was tuned with 20 more horsepower it would make a difference. But 311 HP on a car that is almost 2 tons, well- its a bit lack luster. The F sport comes standard with a cold air intake so that's off the table and the ECU has not been cracked yet for a tune. I would have gone with the IS500 if it wasn't for the 20K mark up my California dealers are charging. Overall the car has super and I mean SUPER aggressive styling and is so comfortable to drive. But if you are not concerned with long term ownership and reliability, and want something that throws you back in your seat- this car is not for you. I don't see the complaints with the infotainment or technology aspect of the car- but I am coming from a 2IS. Personally I think this car is a great choice if speed is not your main priority. It is a quick head turner and a DREAM to drive on Cali roads. And if you have been to California that says something. TLDR- GET THE UPGRADED SOUND SYSTEM AND THE PREFORMANCE PACKAGE- IF SPEEFD IS YOUR NEED GET THE IS500 AND SPEND THE 20K ON MARKUP. Much love Lexus Family
When they were ending the GS. My lease was ending and I waited to see the IS before I searched all of America for the last GS. This IS is nice. But they could have done so much more to it. It in person it looks like major refresh. And sadly this beautiful Atomic silver is being terminated after this year. It’s Nice but still a little small. So I found a GS f sport Blackline in Virginia , I live in NY. All happy Nice review.
I love mine but the front lip is too low. I’ve already curbed it twice. It’s lower than my C7 Corvette. I also wish they would have matched the dark chrome wheels with the chrome around the windows. Also, with the touch screen, I’ve never used the touch pad. I wish they would have used that space for a wireless phone charger. There is no place to store your phone so I stick it in the cup holder.
The big gaping grill of the new Lexus looks like something is broken off the bottom, leaving a wide, dark gap. The black grill adds to the effect, looking like the front end has suffered some serious damage. Other cars have a very similar look after hitting a deer on the highway. Just a big, dark, gaping hole where a grill and bumper and/or lower valance should be.
I test drove this car and it's very nice however I felt like it was very masculine, the front grill and styling. I ended up leasing the Mercedes cla 250 4matic and I love it!
Just test drove both the BMW 330i xDrive (with M Sport package) and the Lexus IS 350 F Sport AWD. I can tell you the BMW is definitely more of a "driver's car," but the Lexus is more luxurious and comfortable. What's more, the Lexus is not far behind the BMW in terms of performance and handling. Unless you're carving canyons on a regular basis (in which case, why are you buying the 330i instead of the M340i or the 2-series?), then the Lexus is the better choice. It has a certain elegance that the BMW lacks.
You bet, the BMW has crisper handling, a more urgent engine, and more stout brakes, but for street duty, it’s a close match up. Also, I enjoy the exhaust note better from the V6 Lexus than the 4 cyl BMw
Agree with your comments on Lexus not doing enough vs the competition. I went with 3 series M340i instead, and no comparison. If the IS500 was available in my country, it may have been more closer decision. However no regrets with the M340i and it still trumps IS500 for performance and efficiency.
I am ordering a 2022 lS350 F sport, but I am not sure if I should get the dynamic handling package for 3500, not sure if it is worth it. Also thinking about KIA Stinger GT1, since they are around the same price, but Kia has way more horse power.
@@cloudypac Hi yes, I did get the package, not any difference at all. The sport plus looks cooler, will make your 0 - 60 0.1 second faster. I won't recommend.
Great vid I'm looking at trading my 2012 is 250 in for a 2011 isf 5.0 can you tell me what sort of mpg I should average driving at legal speed limits lol
How about showing how the infotainment works. That is still a touchpad isn’t necessary at all. They could use that space more efficiently. No usb ports in the rear? Lexus is still two steps behind the competition.
I just watched this vlog and a few others. These vehicles are getting more and more technical with more and more electronics and gizmos that means the vehicles will be less reliable and more costly to fix in the future. A second hand Toyota Corolla or Camry, pre Hybrid makes more and more sense even if it costs a bit more on fuel because of poorer fuel consumption.
Great vid. I love the new IS, everything is vastly improved except for the rear... Can't quite get used to it...
Thanks a lot for watching. They really are quite a nice step from the last generation.
Rear looks so much better. Not a flop in my book. Car is just stunning.
I think the rear is way better looking now
i love the rear but everyone has their own taste
I am also not currently a fan of the rear, but one thing I know for sure, I will fall in love with it in time.
No other cars can beat Lexus/Toyota quality, reliability. Beautiful car !
They are great
Bought a used Lexus ES 350 5 years ago, best used car I ever bought. I owned Mercedes, BMW 5 series, the 2007 525 was the biggest lemon I've owned, so stay away from the Germans, heck, I'm German, buy a Lexus, if not, at least a Toyota product.
Coming from a BMW 550i to this is a BIG difference for me. It's more comfortable than an M340i but greatly underpowered. The predicted reliability alone trumps it's option and performance shortcomings compared to BMW.
I love how Lexus keep those physical buttons, many brands now throw you a large touchscreen that you can't access the virtual keys without distracting your eyes from the driving view.
Just purchased a 2018 IS300 w/ only 10425 miles! Spotless!!!! I’m more excited then when I got license 48 years ago!! I’m retired too!✌🏻😎❤️
It amazes me that 300+ hp today are mild and average performance. What does one do with 500hp in public roads? I feel that we have lost the sense of scale. My last car was a Mercedes C400 4MATIC, a 330hp car. 99% of my driving time all this power seemed superfluous, unnecessary and sometimes dangerous.
You are right but currently the horsepower game is alive and well
Well this 311 is from an old naturally aspirated V6, it won't compare to any turbo 6-cylinder competition. It's barely if any faster than some of the turbo 4-cylinders in this class.
I am an IS owner and 300hp is underwhelming.
muricans have been spoiled by big v8s that cost nothing they have no idea how ridiculous they sound when in europe most cars have 3 cylinders 1.2 without turbo...
@@thepro08 that is because your country is robbing you on fuel costs and overbearing vehicle taxes. Has nothing to do with cheap V8's. I am American and most of my cars have been European V8's.
Just got the 2014 350is fsport and it goes like it just came out of the factory. Loving it, especially the sound when you put your leg down.
They are great cars and can’t go wrong with that.
With IS Lexus has kept the cabin and cotrols on the traditional side, THANKS GOODNESS!
Best luxury sedan under 60k. Just bought mine last week.
They are pretty slick
How you like white. Im interested getting a white and black interior
@@aidang2557 i love it
Tlx is better
I work for Lexus and the ES 350 is definitely the best under $60k. This is pretty sweet though, the is500 will be a monster
Love the new IS! Owned a 2017 IS200t F-Sport for less than two years & was a great little fun car, but replaced it last year with a 2016 GS350 F-Sport cause I wanted to go back to a bigger car with more room & is also a lot more luxurious & overall a big improvement, but sometimes miss my IS in some ways. The turbo 4 was decent enough, but the V6 is far better. I would go for the 2022 IS500 V8 if I could afford it.
I just bought an Rx350 two weeks ago! An IS is definitely next on my list.
Great choices
Can wait to see u one day review the is 500 !
Cheers
Coming from a 2011 BMW 328i! Can’t go wrong with Toyota. They say the BMW 3 series is the most reliable series out of all of them, but I had really bad experiences from engine oil leaks, to transmission problems even though I baby it.... I gotta say, my 2013 RWD Lexus Is350 has giving me 0 problems and it was one of the best options I’ve had ever take. Nice review sir!
I recently started researching this car and now I'd really like to own one. The nicest car I've ever owned is my current 2017 Jetta, which I bought shortly after graduating college and landing a job. So I definitely believe upgrading to an IS350 F-Sport will be just right for me. Thanks for creating this video!
I bought a 2021 Lexus IS, trading in the previous version and this review is spot on - great content by a great producer.
There’s a omissions reviewers make since it’s not public knowledge & I’ll touch on those now.
Positives:
Lexus financial system is vastly more accommodating to international status persons in Canada, be it student or work permit persons which is a growing demographic given immigration policy.
Bmw, Audi and merc will ask for extra deposits and have immensely exclusionary financial policies. There many examples I can give but it’s bad, put simply and feels borderline discriminatory in some instances.
Lexus seats are less likely to give back pains on road trips than Bmw seats. IS seats are more comfortable on road trips than Bmw seats in a 3 series and 5 series (though 5 series is much closer). Merc and Audi seats work well.
The mechanical suspension are great for everyday driving - better than some German adaptive in composure on bumps. The handling is a lot worse than a 3 series though.. but we’re not buying entry sedans to set lap times anyway, that’s still worth noting though.
An aftermarket exhaust makes this sound absolutely amazing, better than any 4 cylinder can possibly sound and you have some cost effective options out there.
The paintwork is $100k quality in mica blue, infrared and atomic silver. Paintwork is where lexus makes many other brands looks amateurish (and design).
Negatives:
Bad fuel economy.
Low torque in first gear (odd rush in second gear at low rpm though, this can be strange).
Dated transmission - sequentially shifting auto with long ratios. Shift times are bad in sport mode, nothing like the rapid zf though.
Agility isn’t on par with the 3 series, not even remotely (though comfort it better from better seats, softer ride and slightly better sound proofing).
Ive seen a few of these on the roads and i must say with out dought its one best looking cars on the road They really are stunning
I agree, they really cleaned up the looks on the IS
Your taste in cars is certainly on the up....
Thanks a lot Steve
I loved seeing you reviewing a Lexus IS 350. Owesome car.
I missed bmw when i got my first encounter with Lexus. But now, i understand why Lexus is so nice. Comfortable, fast, super reliable. You can drive hard and don't mind about blowing a turbo or having an check engine light on..
Absolutely right. They are work horses that are dressed to the nines.
Looks like you have owned both. Same here with a 335I and now an IS350. I completely agree 👍
I have a request:
Can you talk about what makes cars good? Why is a 50k Mercedes better than a 50k Volkswagen? I think there is a distinction if you view it from the perspective of an engineer or from a user. What actually counts for us, is the view as a consumer, buyer, user.
Would be interesting to learn about that!
Great review, got to be one of the best looking cars in its class.
The new IS is so much better looking than previous generation. The only thing I wish is that the IS had a bit more of leg room in the back seat.
Absolutely agree on all counts
The LC 500 is a beautiful car you have to do a review on it and test drive the car .
I can't wait for you to make the video. 👍✌
The LC500 is a beautiful car for sure and let’s see if I can get one to review.
@@ECPP Thank you very much appreciate it and I will wait patiently for the video. 👍✌
@@ECPP The Lexus is 350 is a beautiful car I would love to own one but $$ is out of reach . I would have to get a used model or wait til it gets a little older. Great video very informative.
Omg me and my husband getting one today its white and red interior😍😍
Honestly u do the best explanation in the whole of youtube to me. You are direct straight forward and honest and funny enough we have the same best cars 😂. BMW and Lexus
Thank you very much. I really appreciate these awesome comments
Just bought a 22 with the same color combo. A few minor upgrades. Love it.
Nice cars indeed
I felt the same way at 1st..
Not until i discovered a better and affordable way of buying this Machine...
Cant wait for midyear to grab my hands around it..
In this colour it looks a lot nicer than many of its competitors
It’s a great looking car
I'm jealous you get to drive nice dream machines
I do feel blessed, thanks a lot for watching.
Jealousy and envy are peasant emotions.
Enjoyed your review. Very interesting that the car in the USA doesn't have the driver memory seats. Totally agree with you about the great looks on this car and the Lexus reliability.
It’s amazing how different speced the cars are in the states and Canada! Here in Australia the ones we get for F-Sport come with everything standard and the only package option is for the sunroof and Mark Levinson!
They do have memory seats, but it is an optional package for some reason.
Maybe Lexus have got it right with the engine , tried and trusted 14 year old proven engine , nothing will go wrong
Its a nice car for sure. I used to own a 2015 IS350F. Nicer seats and leather than most bmw, mercedes, and audi. Nice steering wheel. Cooled seats. But. it's slow.
@@StlPike2004 Yes but it won’t break down like bmw
The only thing I hate is the grill. I love the shape of the car the back of it looks great but ever since they put a new bumper and grill in 2014 I hate it but it's a really fun car to drive and they never break down.
Hi its not leather. I also believe that the ASC button doesn't make the sound of the engine come through the speakers. Its an actual component on the car for the intake.
I'm loving my 2022 is350F sport much more than my 2019 C43. I also get way more comments on the IS over my hopped up Mercedes that was $20K more
Lovely review showed me everything I wanted many thanks.
Thanks a lot for watching. Cheers
This Review was lit....Keep up the fair & balanced reviews Mark!!!
Toyota wouldn't risk Lexus reliability with an unproven engine upgrade. They'd wait to see how well the engine performs, then you'd get your upgrade. Great review!
It's been 15 years and they already have a turbo V6 in the LS500. This IS should have gotten a version of that turbo V6 to be even remotely competitive.
nice vid but opting to wait for the is500..cant wait to see you review that one
So beautiful 😍 can't wait to get to know my used 2016 Lexus Is 300 F Sport. Joining the Lexus family next week!
Two weeks as an owner of IS350 in infrared with white leather interior.
Love this car. You might not end up putting 150k miles on it before you sell it , but if you do - you won’t have to dip into your retirement savings to keep it running.
That’s true in all cases
😂 facts facts💯
I prefer your videos where you talk about cars in general; reviews are not so my thing - but then again, that's my preference, not a complaint. Other than that, there's just something right about your videos. Your setup, talk, just good. Great.
Thank you so much, I really do appreciate your comments.
@@ECPP I really like the way you do your review, it is much more insightful than much reviewers do. I did watch this video twice because I found it so interesting. Thank you for that
can't wait for your review of the IS 500! trying to decide to choose from IS500 and LC500 for the sake of the last lexus V8 engines available in the future.
Not even a comparison. LC500 hands down, its like night and day! IS500 is for racer cool boys, LC500 screams boss man big boy!
I started paying attention to these a few years ago and was digging the styling. Still do in the case of the new one.
I sat in one at the Cleveland Auto Show in 2019 and saw they aren’t meant for larger humans. I’m not a giant, but 6’2” and 250 lbs, it felt like a coffin.
Especially in the back of the car
@@ECPP most definitely.
Some with all toyotas for me.
That sound, brilliant!
Congrats Mark on your first car review, keep them coming
Thanks for watching
Great review. I don't know about the comparison with the Audi S4 and BMW M340i, though. Those cars are at a much higher price point than the IS 350 F Sport. A fairer comparison would be with the Audi A4 and BMW 330i, which have roughly the same price and 0-60 times as the Lexus. And while they win hands down with their interiors, the Lexus wins when it comes to the exterior and V6 sound, and of course reliability and maintenance costs.
Now I know for sure what my next vroom vrooooooom will be 😀😃🙂 I can visualize myself riding the chariot🎠🛵
They are wonderful cars.
I love those Lexus grilles
If IS350 was turbo-charged, it would add $3,000.00 to the car.
I think it's a good balance.
I plan to get one, a used 2021 f-sport.
Nice cars
Great review! Love the subtle changes and the quality is a plus.
Thanks. Yes it is a really nice update for sure.
@@ECPP how does it feels to try these master pieces of engineering?
Cant wait for the isf 500
Amazing quality Rock solid Indestructible Forget the rest I bought one
Yes they are solid and beautoful
Can’t wait for my order on the is500 to get here! Already on the waiting list for my local lexus dealer!
Good choice! That should be an amazing car.
Finally a Spindle grill that looks good on a Lex
Last week, traded in my 2018 Infiniti q50 Red Sport (10,500 miles) for an IS350 F Sport. The chassis on the q50 was not balanced. Engine took off, and the car followed. 311 HP on the Lexus feels smooth.
I love this ❤️ absolutely a great car
It really is
Its a nice car for sure. I used to own a 2015 IS350F. Nicer seats and leather than most bmw, mercedes, and audi. Nice steering wheel. Cooled seats. But. it's slow.
Have you ever done a reliability survey of the SUV 4x4's?
I have found myself in the need of either an Estate or else a SUV but like any saloon or coupe you've tested these surely must have there fair share of "Don't Buy it" moments!
I will be buying used but if you have any pointers I'd like to know which ones with etc.
That Lexus sounded brilliant by the way 🤪
Red interior 😲🙄, beautiful car except for the interior color, great video, thanks for sharing Mark, stay safe my friend
Just got a 2023 is350- no performance package and no upgraded sound system. The sound system is a MUST- this 10 speaker premium is lacking for a 50k car. Aside from that it handles like a cloud- can't imagine what it would be like with that extra sport + mode. Anyhow- this car is a SPORTY luxury sedan. It is no longer a sport sedan like the 2 IS. It is not very fast. Even if it was tuned with 20 more horsepower it would make a difference. But 311 HP on a car that is almost 2 tons, well- its a bit lack luster. The F sport comes standard with a cold air intake so that's off the table and the ECU has not been cracked yet for a tune. I would have gone with the IS500 if it wasn't for the 20K mark up my California dealers are charging. Overall the car has super and I mean SUPER aggressive styling and is so comfortable to drive. But if you are not concerned with long term ownership and reliability, and want something that throws you back in your seat- this car is not for you. I don't see the complaints with the infotainment or technology aspect of the car- but I am coming from a 2IS. Personally I think this car is a great choice if speed is not your main priority. It is a quick head turner and a DREAM to drive on Cali roads. And if you have been to California that says something.
TLDR- GET THE UPGRADED SOUND SYSTEM AND THE PREFORMANCE PACKAGE- IF SPEEFD IS YOUR NEED GET THE IS500 AND SPEND THE 20K ON MARKUP. Much love Lexus Family
I went with the bigger GS for the rear leg room. But I do like the IS compactness.
reliability is the key
Yes
Great review!
Thank you very much
Should I keep my 2018 Bmw x3 or sell it and get the lexus is 350?
Like always, Excellent video.
Thank you very much
When they were ending the GS. My lease was ending and I waited to see the IS before I searched all of America for the last GS. This IS is nice. But they could have done so much more to it. It in person it looks like major refresh. And sadly this beautiful Atomic silver is being terminated after this year. It’s Nice but still a little small. So I found a GS f sport Blackline in Virginia , I live in NY. All happy
Nice review.
I love mine but the front lip is too low. I’ve already curbed it twice. It’s lower than my C7 Corvette.
I also wish they would have matched the dark chrome wheels with the chrome around the windows.
Also, with the touch screen, I’ve never used the touch pad. I wish they would have used that space for a wireless phone charger. There is no place to store your phone so I stick it in the cup holder.
The big gaping grill of the new Lexus looks like something is broken off the bottom, leaving a wide, dark gap. The black grill adds to the effect, looking like the front end has suffered some serious damage. Other cars have a very similar look after hitting a deer on the highway. Just a big, dark, gaping hole where a grill and bumper and/or lower valance should be.
Honest opinion!! How do u feel about the X6 M...2017-18?!!!!
Fun, fast and cool, albeit a bit pricey to maintain. Watch fuel system and cooling system along with research your specific model timing chain.
@@ECPP Appreciate the Info! Thank u!
A very good review mark.
Thank you very much
I test drove this car and it's very nice however I felt like it was very masculine, the front grill and styling. I ended up leasing the Mercedes cla 250 4matic and I love it!
Really wish Lexus would put a b58 engine in this car. That’ll make this car really appealing to me.
which Lexus car is best for long distance travel Mark?
Es350
I swear you can't find a 10" screen and the Mark Levinson system together anywhere. Its like they only made 10 of them
Just test drove both the BMW 330i xDrive (with M Sport package) and the Lexus IS 350 F Sport AWD. I can tell you the BMW is definitely more of a "driver's car," but the Lexus is more luxurious and comfortable. What's more, the Lexus is not far behind the BMW in terms of performance and handling. Unless you're carving canyons on a regular basis (in which case, why are you buying the 330i instead of the M340i or the 2-series?), then the Lexus is the better choice. It has a certain elegance that the BMW lacks.
You bet, the BMW has crisper handling, a more urgent engine, and more stout brakes, but for street duty, it’s a close match up. Also, I enjoy the exhaust note better from the V6 Lexus than the 4 cyl BMw
It's good to see you walking away from the BMW's. nice job.
Thanks 👍
Agree with your comments on Lexus not doing enough vs the competition. I went with 3 series M340i instead, and no comparison. If the IS500 was available in my country, it may have been more closer decision. However no regrets with the M340i and it still trumps IS500 for performance and efficiency.
Can you help me to buy used Lexus 350
What's the smoothest riding car in the toyota or lexus models
I am ordering a 2022 lS350 F sport, but I am not sure if I should get the dynamic handling package for 3500, not sure if it is worth it.
Also thinking about KIA Stinger GT1, since they are around the same price, but Kia has way more horse power.
Im ordering mine too next week, did you eventually went for the dynamic handling package? If yes whats your take on it? And overall experience
@@cloudypac Hi yes, I did get the package, not any difference at all. The sport plus looks cooler, will make your 0 - 60 0.1 second faster. I won't recommend.
@@charleyqin8202 cheers man.
I still prefer the look of the 3 series. Hate that monster grill.
Luv the review Mark 😄! It's a great keeper!
LEXUS 😎👍🏻
Great vid I'm looking at trading my 2012 is 250 in for a 2011 isf 5.0 can you tell me what sort of mpg I should average driving at legal speed limits lol
Great review. Thanks Mark.
how did you find using the trackpad? also, how is the passing power on the highway?
Mark what about leaks with timing chain housing?
Time will tell for sure
How about showing how the infotainment works. That is still a touchpad isn’t necessary at all. They could use that space more efficiently. No usb ports in the rear? Lexus is still two steps behind the competition.
I like that color
It sure is a wonderful color. Shows the lines.
Good job dude
Thanks a lot
Thanks for your honest review The durability along with the luxury makes this car a great choice
Would you prefer this over Camry TRD?
100 percent
Apples and oranges. No comparison.
I just watched this vlog and a few others.
These vehicles are getting more and more technical with more and more electronics and gizmos that means the vehicles will be less reliable and more costly to fix in the future.
A second hand Toyota Corolla or Camry, pre Hybrid makes more and more sense even if it costs a bit more on fuel because of poorer fuel consumption.
The RWD with the 8spd and 200 lb lighter curb weight is much more raw.
They should have put in Supra's BMW engine into this car.
Lexus all day long. Awesome car.
It is a great car
Great review
Thank you very much. These are very cool cars.
It's a real shame that this new IS will not be for sale in the UK. This would of been my next car. 😞
Did you leave out handling, or did I just miss it??
I dont get it why they wont sell it in europe
That’s definitely too bad.
Because in Europe they drive proper standard transmissions.