Yup, this car has the very last naturally aspirated V6 in the compact luxury sedan segment. Buy one of these while you can, because who knows what Lexus will do in the coming years. We're completely unsure if Lexus will even keep this car in the lineup, or go the electric route for the next generation.

@lane5686

Жыл бұрын

I thought the Acura TLX is also naturally aspirated; otherwise, awesome video!

@devongee1776

Жыл бұрын

@Lane the TLX is an ES competitor, not the same class as the IS I don't think.

@Demoxx1

Жыл бұрын

@@lane5686tlx has a 2.0turbo

@gengstar09

Жыл бұрын

6:05 Correction. The ES and LS offer Panoramic moonroofs Also, you can remote start on the Lexus keyfob.

@theredline

Жыл бұрын

@@lane5686 Nope, TLX only has a turbo 4-cylinder or 6-cylinder. Only Lexus still offers an N/A V6 :)

Every time i see one on the road my jaw drops. Gorgeous car. Honestly i don't care much for tech gimmicks, i appreciate a well built, reliable, NA car. Touch screen apply CarPlay and you're good.

@jond4328

Жыл бұрын

Honestly I don't care for all those other brands like Genesis who gives you WAY more for the money and especially with all those tech features, just give me Apple carplay & android auto, wtf?

@AlexSchwartzATV

Жыл бұрын

@@jond4328 Gosh, i know. I'm just so stupid.

@RagingBad

Жыл бұрын

@@jond4328 Genesis? Gtfoh with that bullshit 🤣

@braetonwilson4296

Жыл бұрын

@@jond4328 umm he wrote apply carplay, not apple carplay. Get your facts straight mister.

@NA0533

Жыл бұрын

My 2018 with same engine has been in the shop for a week now, with $3500 bill. Car only has 50k miles. So far my Cayenne has been more reliable with 125k miles

I agree with you. Engine/performance and handling/road feel are much more important than the infotainment system. No one gets out of a car after a long drive and thinks, "Man, that was a great experience swiping thru all those menus while I tried to keep my eyes on the road."

@yousef.al-assaf

Жыл бұрын

Hahaha, indeed! Something that the SpongeBob generation/Tesla lovers don't get...

@lightshunshine3861

Жыл бұрын

even bugatti throw their infotaiment screen, even their car price about more than $3 millions

@Lenron-B06

Жыл бұрын

Can't stand the touch screens. I miss access to a nice remote, or you know just buttons.

@haserotmalach7324

Жыл бұрын

Amen, brother.

@mr.tuckers2848

Жыл бұрын

If you're a driver, all of those tech features are just to take your mind away from the obvious which is probably an unreliable drivetrain. I'll take Lexus reliability on driving performance over any of the tech gadgets that people won't probably use, especially if it's loaded with safety features, taking away a lot of the manual control from the driver. The only gripe I don't like about the entertainment system is that it's not wireless, but you can always get a Carplaylink, connect it to USB port and voilla you have wireless Apple Carplay. Just a $90 aftermarket upgrade well worth it.

This car is perfect. The perfect blend of old and new. The performance and color combo is fantastic. Lexus build quality...what else can I say. I want one!

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

It's so beautiful from the front and the rear. Most cars these days only have one side that looks good.

@jasonko3440

Жыл бұрын

lmao so sad but true 😂😭

Yup I got my 2022 is350 for 6 months now and no regrets. Still brings a smile to my face when I drive it

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Congratulations mate! what colour did you get? Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

@MrDuboce

5 ай бұрын

Took my ES in for service and was given an IS300 for the day. It was so much fun to drive, and so quick and agile. Serious brakes too.

I own a '21 IS and while it's not the quickest car out there and have all the latest tech features, it's enough for me. There's just something intangible about it that makes it special. The looks literally turn heads and I've had people give me thumbs up as I'm driving. Add reliability and looks that make my heart skip a beat every time I turn back and look at it and it's a great buy, especially if you're picking one up used.

@hj6037

Жыл бұрын

No doubt I’ll take this over Tesla

@gabevillarreal96

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely 100%! I just bought a 2022 Lexus IS350 F-Sport In white with the RED interior and I couldn't be happier. It's fast enough at 5.3 0-60 and extremely comfortable without being floaty at all. It's definitely a looker and the power train combo is bulletproof! Hard to beat! Oh and I got it with 6k miles on it for 10k off the price when it was purchased by someone else. 42k out the door. Smart way to buy!

@luisjalvareztorres8481

Жыл бұрын

I’m one of those people who turn his head every time I see one of these on the road 🤣 I absolutely love this car and would love to have one sitting on my driveway one day.

@TheTravelingTexan

Жыл бұрын

@@luisjalvareztorres8481 Haha, you can do it! 😁

@TheTravelingTexan

Жыл бұрын

@@hj6037 It'll definitely outlast one 👍

Have a 2018 GS350 F-Sport AWD with the same engine. Car is a blast to drive. Bullet proof engine. When I wash it, it turns heads still bc no one has this car nor buys it anymore. Which is why I got it. Will keep forever

@ociabi

Жыл бұрын

Rwd?

@mnfw123

Жыл бұрын

@@ociabi AWD. Eats through snow like a monster

@davidryder5082

Жыл бұрын

@@mnfw123 Does it have rear drum brakes like the Tacoma?

@mnfw123

Жыл бұрын

@@davidryder5082 not sure tbh

@davidryder5082

Жыл бұрын

@@mnfw123 it still does. Cool car I always wanted the V8 in the GS platform. Never pulled the trigger and I only like to buy new with warranty. I also think the IS is a sweet looking car.

Absolutely LOVE this car. I've owned the 2014 IS and now the 2021 IS, they're just one of the best overall compact sedans out there, you get a good bang for your buck with these cars and you can sell them for a very competitive price after a few years. Thanks for the less harsh review bro!

@lucasfu580

Жыл бұрын

car is good, but price is too high, and it's smaller

@JoeVQ

Жыл бұрын

2nd gen was the best gen of IS

@theredline

Жыл бұрын

After spending more time with it and after driving most of the turbo 4-cylinder competitors for the same money, we realized there is still something super appealing about this IS! Just needs the new Lexus Interface infotainment system for us!

@sskhan

Жыл бұрын

@Redline Reviews 100% agreed, it could definitely use an upgrade there!

@RagingBad

Жыл бұрын

@@lucasfu580 same as the piece of shit germans but 100 times more reliable

Lexus has really killed it on design these past few years. Beautiful car!

@willamsomp9140

Жыл бұрын

👍

I’ve never driven one of these ,but I’ve love the styling of the IS since it debuted in 2001 and especially since the major reskin in 2021. I love the proportions of this car and still stare at it when I see one. What I am surprised that he didn’t mention in this review is the CD player that it still has lol.

@jbm0866

Жыл бұрын

I consider that a plus since I have a large collection sitting in a closet somewhere...gives me a reason to dust them off😎 The bad part about it is I think Lexus ditched the 6 disc changer that used to reside in the center stack which is a huge bummer.😞 Kinda makes the player useless unless you want to remind yourself what high quality music sounds like. We have become far too used to overcompressed downloaded music and satellite radio these days.

People will miss these cars when they are gone. I want one. Not to mention that you will be able to keep this forever. It has proven that it's bulletproof.

@porfiriato84

Жыл бұрын

If you want a semi boring car then yeah it's ok.

@KnightIndustries572

Жыл бұрын

@@porfiriato84 the 1990's called....

@cloudypac

Жыл бұрын

@@porfiriato84cringe

@FT9chango5

Жыл бұрын

@@porfiriato84how’s it boring?

@Smg_Glxy

9 ай бұрын

​@@porfiriato84hater. Go with a Mercedes or overrated BMW. This will outlast both. Pff people are so egotistical when it comes to what other people think about cars. Gotta get something that impresses your friends right? 🙄

I've always had a softspot for lexus. One of the more reliable luxury cars throughout the years. I've always loved their seats too. So comfy... Just outside of my price bracket new though.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! If you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

I was able to grab it's older brother, a 2019 GS350FSport in 2020 before the pandemic and love the combination of refinement sportiness and reliability

The Toyota/Lexus V6 with the 6 speed tranny is probably the most reliable combo on the planet. A guy I know had an ES 350. He owned for 7 years and put almost 300,000 miles on it. I think he gave it to his cousin who need a car for work. My uncle still have the old RX330. He put 250,000 plus miles on it. Still using it today. A guy I played golf with still own the GS350 with almost 200,000 on it. It still run like a champ.

@jml9550

8 ай бұрын

Yep. 3 Lexuses in my household now. 08 RX350 160k miles, 17 ES350 40k miles, 24 NX350h 5k miles. Next car will be the next gen ES hybrid. 😊

Loved my 2007 IS350 Had lots of BMWs after 535,550,640,650 And I’m back to IS350 in 2023 Best, tightest Car! Old tech is A OK with me. It’s Bulletproof

@dr.chrisstar3527

4 ай бұрын

In 5 years, I will pull over to help a bmw

I have a ‘22. It’s beautiful in and out, it’s plenty fast in sport mode if I want to push it, and it will literally last forever. No complaints at all.

@axelrosado9645

Жыл бұрын

How much you spend on gas?

@jburdsinfuse

Жыл бұрын

@@axelrosado9645 I get 23 city / 29 hwy. It’s about average. Not as good as my BMW, but better than my Alpha. It just depends on how I drive it.

@edwardstark6817

Жыл бұрын

@@jburdsinfuse awd?

Naturally aspirated is why I worked the phones hard to get my IS 500 and flew out to OKC on a day's notice to get it. I have no interest in anything Turbo or Electric and the benefit of a super old platform, ALL of the bugs have been ironed out. 😁Super Comfortable, Super Reliable, Super Good Looking, and Sporty-Enough to be the perfect all-arounder. Much better review this time around, thank you!! NOTE: I did not know about the 22K sold units last year; thanks for sharing that nugget, the IS has struggled for a few years. I guess Design & Sound still sells... 😍

This is the car I really want. Hopefully I can buy one used in good condition some day. I especially love the latest headlight and tail light designs.

Such an underrated car the IS. I have the 300h here in the UK and apart from slightly lackluster performance, it's the perfect road car and daily driver, fun to driver, great practicality, good fuel economy and super reliable, what more do you want... I really hope Lexus keeps going with the IS, but they do seriously need to update the power trains for the modern age.

@jbm0866

Жыл бұрын

Lexus are already on it, the next IS may be a liftback...and definitely EV. I'm holding out hope they also make a hybrid IS with at least an updated version of the smaller 2.5l V6 keeping the batteries charged and providing some pleasant audio when you press the accelerator to the floor😎

Bought one last year and the handling, braking, and sound wave are outstanding. Not the fastest acceleration out there but plenty of power on the road. Tech is a bit dated but I think it looks great. Can also be practical if you need to carry a couple of kids in the back.

@zaddybulge8694

Жыл бұрын

Any news if the 2024 IS will have a modern Interior redesign it badly needs to catch up with competitors ?

That was a nice video, Sofyan. What I like about this car is the fact that Lexus still offers a CD player. I hope you have a great week.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

It's amazing how many people get annoyed that it does, even though it's hidden! I love it too! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

@brianheffernan8982

Жыл бұрын

@@SergCarReviews, I will check them out. Thank you.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

@@brianheffernan8982 Great! Let me know what you think 😊😊

Thanks for the great review. I own a refreshed IS 350 F sport with RWD and I definitely agree that the new exterior is gorgeous and the red interior is to die for. In addition, the luxury aspects are wonderful - having had German sport sedans, hatchbacks prior - the Lexus is definitely superior in the luxury department and miles just melt away on long distance drives (and commuting is very comfortable too). The stereo is excellent and the sound from the NA V6 is way better than the turbo 4s. Infotainment/technology wise I am very pleased overall. In the realm of performance - you hit it on the nose when you said acceleration is great above a certain redline - but up to that it can be a bit sluggish. This is especially true when at a full stop or from very low speeds to highway speeds - even in Sport+. In addition, nailing the throttle usually produces instability and nose wagging (even with the dynamic handling package). It is very stable on long curves at high speeds but abruptly throwing it into a corner produces way too much tail out action - especially compared to my German cars from prior (in same price range). All this would still be totally ok if not for the fact that the front end is so low that scraping it on my garage entrance required me to adjust to backwards in parking- of which I am definitely not a fan. I parked next to a current 911 at a mall the other day and its front bumper was higher! Overall, still a good car with great reliability for the time I have had it of about two years. In addition, trying to test drive an IS 500 to see if it is worth it has been next to impossible with my local Lexus dealers - maybe that will improve with time.

I absolutely love the heavily refreshed IS! I’ve been a die hard Lexus guy my entire life. I currently drive a 2009 Lexus ES350 that I’ve had for about 7 years now and I really hope I can get a newer Lexus in the coming years. I want a 2021-present Lexus IS but I know it’ll be several years before they start actually depreciating. It’s crazy how well Lexus’s hold their value. Hopefully one day I can have a 2021-present IS or even a 2019-present ES

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

@ClassicChrome01

Жыл бұрын

@@SergCarReviews I’ll check it out!

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

@@ClassicChrome01 Awesome! Let me know what you think 😊!

@ClassicChrome01

Жыл бұрын

@@SergCarReviews I watched a couple of your videos. They are awesome! I have several videos of my ES on my channel too. If you ever wanna check them out, the later videos on my channel are way better than the ones that are 6-7 years old when I was way younger and sounded like a whole different person lol.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

@@ClassicChrome01 Thank you so much man! I'll check it out! Amazing how different the older ES looks in the states!!

this sedan will always have spot in my heart it's just a simple sedan and sounds good then all of them turbos and an old school clock which I love.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

I would take this over anything in its class gorgeous car. Just put some Michelin tires, and you are good.

@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan

Жыл бұрын

Lexus really knows how to design really beautiful cars. I think compared to Acura and Infiniti, Lexus is the best Japanese luxury brand, in terms of vehicle designs inside and out.

Hands down the best looking Lexus sedan 😍

Just got my 2023 IS 350 F Sport this week. Ultra Sonic Blue Micah and it looks and drives amazing. Very pleased with my purchase thus far..... ✌🏾✌🏾

I own a 2021 is awd and I am extremely happy. Its fast enough to pass cars. The suspension is extremely comfy over bumps. I actually get 30mpg+ on the highway. There's still physical buttons - which I greatly appreciate compared to all the tesla tablet like touch screens from its competitors. I have the larger infotainment. The mark levinson sound system is amazing. The triple beam headlight makes driving at night very safe. Everything just works. Its an extremely comfortable ride from point A to point B. Not to mention its more unique compared to all the BMWs at my work parking lot.

@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan

Жыл бұрын

The design and look of the IS is just so beautiful and will age really well~

@venictos

Жыл бұрын

Picking mine up on saturday. Hope ill be happy! Traded in my 2014 4runner

@sunsetcliffs98

7 ай бұрын

Can you tell a difference in the tightness of the handling between ECO and Sport +? If so, what changes?

I'm glad you reviewed this IS again and now see where it shines. This V6 and chassis combo is a great recipe. For a drivers car this is a great vehicle with top quality engineering. In my book it's a classic for those who love the driving experience and don't need unreliable over engineered modern tech. This has enough new tech to please those that come from a 2007 TL-S or old IS. I love this car and will pick one up to keep as a classic V6 sugar rush. Keep up the great work, your reviews are excellent and transparent.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Hey mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

Its great to see a reviewer appreciate what this car has to offer. It is a smartly made cabin that works! It has great looks and offers what the competition doesn't...emotion and a great driving experience. Having owned a modified GTI for the past 8 years, can fully say, even though it was quick it had no soul!

Drove this car the other day and I must say.. WOW! It runs beautifully and smooth 👍🏼 and the exterior look is a plus! Gorgeous car.

Atomic silver looks amazing in person.

You can remote start from the fob. For Toyota and Lexus products you hit the lock button twice and then hold the lock button on the third press for about 5 seconds and it will remote start. You can also remote start it from the app. The Mark Levinson stereo is also 17 speakers, not 14, and it sounds AMAZING. I watched your 2021 review, and definitely respect and love that you came back and gave the car a chance and better review.

@colorsafebleach5381

Жыл бұрын

Yes, mine remotely starts too. And yes, the Mark Levinson sound system is AMAZING! I don't care if I get stuck in traffic anymore. I actually get a little sad when I get home and have to get out of this thing of beauty! 😂. Have you tried any of the lossless audio apps? Wondering if I could tell any difference.

@PopTart_64

Жыл бұрын

@@colorsafebleach5381 I have Apple Music which uses Losless and High-Res Losless and then I have Spotify which has neither, and I’ve used a CD as well. I honestly can’t tell much of a difference.

I own a 2014 Lexus IS250 V6, Black Exterior & Interior, Leather w/Sunroof, Auto-shift and I’m still turning heads with the car. Love it!😊

I bought a used 2021 knowing virtually nothing about Lexus sedans . The overall size and aesthetic was the perfect blend of sport/luxury and it felt 'solid' for lack of a better word. One of the few cars I have bought on first impressions. A test drive and sold. No regrets!

Yes finally a review!! I thought everyone forgot about this car until now! Thanks Sofyan! I was looking for a review the past few days.

@porfiriato84

Жыл бұрын

There's plenty of reviews dude. Just search

@mr.tuckers2848

Жыл бұрын

@@porfiriato84 not for the 2023 IS 350 F sport.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

@@mr.tuckers2848 Hey mate I've got 3 reviews on it if you're keen! One of them is really pushing the car 😄

I love it! This is going to be my next car. I love the v6 engines from Lexus and Hondas.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

That's awesome! Have you got it yet? Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

just got a 2021 350rwd CPO, so far i’m liking it, steering is light but communicative. It’s has carplay which is why i didn’t look at older models. It’s quick but not pull me over fast like the 500 will be

If you drive the 8 speed you’ll be even happier. I am holding on to my V6..sometimes simple is better.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! We only get the 8 here in Aus (RWD only). It's awesome! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

A variation of this engine has been around since 2007 as has the 6 spd automatic. Both have proven reliability. This is a car you own (not lease).

@MercOne

Жыл бұрын

2006 actually and that is why it's so outclassed vs other V6 (and most turbo 4-cylinder) sedans in this class. I mean an engine that is 17 years old should be reliable now. I don't see that as impressive, it's expected.

@Stressless2023

Жыл бұрын

​@@MercOne Agreed. I was 21 when I test drove a new 2006 IS350 (ended up with a certified used Jaguar X-Type because I was poor lol) and since this car has virtually the SAME engine as that now-dinosaur that I test drove then reliability should be a given... But it having that same old engine with nearly identical fuel economy and HP/torque numbers is why I'd never buy one of these new unless the discount was steep.

@JDubbs07

Жыл бұрын

Except sales volume is low, which means customers in this segment largely neither want to lease or own this car. The IS got left behind several years ago. This newish refresh is sharp looking, but this dog is too old with too few new tricks.

@MercOne

Жыл бұрын

@@JDubbs07 Perfect summary.

@MercOne

Жыл бұрын

@@Stressless2023 Yeah I want to trade in for a new one, but there really is no "new" IS. Oh well.

That 2GR 3.5L V6 is bulletproof, reliable, smooth, and sounds phenomenal 👏👏👏

Saw one today in person in the exact same color, absolutely gorgeous.

It can't be a luxury car if it don't got a clock now that's just a fact.

@LAY_OUTKING

Жыл бұрын

fax's

Best color combo in Lexus lineup imo.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

It's soo underrated! Blue with White is also! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

Thank You sooo much for this video!

You get a gorgeous car, with decent performance, great handling, a great audio system, and Toyota reliability? Yea, Lexus is still a winner with this one. I think this will be my next sedan. In the coming years when I can get a 21-23' at under 30k, I'm definitely grabbing one up to pair with my Jaguar F-Type.

Not that I can afford it, but this is my personal pick for the compact luxury segment. Classically good looking and will still look good 15 years later.

@favouramah177

Жыл бұрын

Work hard

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

They really are timeless! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

Old is gold in a world where every experience is consumable. Yeah ... let me enjoy this review while I wind my Speedy :) Delicious!

good review....glad to see your still learning to walk again...

ONE MILLION KZread SUBSCRIBERS !! CONGRATS ! ❤❤❤

Great spec here, really great looking🔥🔥

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

I’ve always wanted an IS. Always thought they looked amazing and assumed they were reliable and whatnot but when I started seeing the 2023 IS, I was blown away. They look so nice bruh I don’t even care if they’re not the quickest cars they just are so clean I need to get one

@JL-hc3to

Жыл бұрын

Let’s make it happen Christian!!!

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

I love this car. Saw a guy driving it in our office parking lot I couldn’t stop staring he probably even thought I was checking him out instead of his car.

Fantastic car over all. What a beauty!

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

Well built and very attractive Lexus with awd. Love it.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

Even the pre refreshed 3rd gen 2014 designs are ahead of its time. Hate it or love it the design aged very well

I received this very same car for my birthday this week.......it is very cool! Great look.....just need to figure out how to add more radio channels, and use some of the features. The back seats are actually very comfortable.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Congratulations mate!! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

Under my radar, until I saw one on the road 2 days ago. Beautiful in person, black, red interior. Turned out to be a Toyota employee. Very sexy ride, and more grown up than my '19 Type R! Thanks for another super review.

@mfree748

Жыл бұрын

Did you get a chance to drive it? I also have a CTR and would love to hear from someone who has been in both.

@JamieToddBand

Жыл бұрын

@@mfree748 He didn't offer! I love my hatchback, performance, utility, plenty of seating space, almost perfect car for me.

for it being a premium/luxury vehicle, i wish it had rear led turn signals

@lbcguy8723

Жыл бұрын

and better interior

@RagingBad

Жыл бұрын

@LBC Guy interior is awesome

@djncrti2860

Жыл бұрын

Manufacturers are weird about little things. You can get a Camry with LEDs but not the Lexus. Sentra and Altima used to have LED taillights but now they’re all incandescent.

@b.f.378

Жыл бұрын

@@djncrti2860 look at Honda. The new 2023 HR-V has full LED tail lights, but the more expensive new 2023 CRV and Pilot doesn’t . Just doesn’t make sense

@TechAndHobby

Жыл бұрын

Interior is so outdated with the trackpad, price is so high as well, not worth it

So can you add the panoramic view monitor on the base 8 inch display without having to get the navigation package? I was told that in order to get the panoramic view monitor you also have to get the navigation.

I went from a 2014 GS350 F-Sport to a 2017 GSF and even when I see these on the street it’s a thumbs up!

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Soo beautiful!! Also mate if you like Lexus reviews, I have plenty and a few with the GS and IS 😄 Feel free to check it out 😊

It has a few items that should be improved, but the V6 engine makes up for all that. I would pick up one of these over any competitor

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

Saw another on the road today and it’s STUNNING. Seriously has me considering trading in my 4Runner for a 350 F sport RWD 🤤

@mayeramschelrothschild3126

Жыл бұрын

Get the is 500. I own one. Great car. The 472 HP V8 is wild.

Traded my 21 is350 in for a macan gts. I loved it great fuel economy enough power great safety tech love the touchscreen display.

We finally just picked up ours (my wife’s car), after test, driving TLX type S, Audi S4 I in genesis G 70. We want to keep this car for at least eight years so we did end up on the Lexus IS. Instead of the 350 F, wind up going with the 300 AWD. Pretty much the same 0 to 60 time and quarter-mile time, but in Canada for a much lower price than the 350 F. With that savings, we did add the optional Lexus Sport exhaust, and it sounds awesome. We picked up the car last weekend, F sport 2 pkg, and did a ceramic tint, and we just all loving the look, especially with the lights at night. Stereo systems barely OK, but we’re always looking at the car, just opening up the garage door and taking a peek. Still have to put on some kilometers for the braking period, and then we can give it a shot giving it a rip.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Mate that's absolutely awesome! Congratulations. What colour did you get? Also mate if you like Lexus reviews, I have plenty and a few with the IS350 😄 Feel free to check it out 😊

I have to admit, this car went from being an odd looking also-ran to a real head turner that is desirable for the style alone. I think it looks gorgeous. But it really stands to benefit from the updated powertrain. The old 3.5 is a decent engine but it hasn't been competitive in this class for the last ten years or more. Not sure how I feel about the switch to all turbo-4's though, but I guess it's fine. I'll keep my Tesla and continue to admire these from the road haha.

Wow haven’t seen a CD player in awhile. I love the old school vibe of this thing and the refreshed exterior is gorgeous. Only downside for me is the interior might be too red? Could go without the red plastics.

@yousef.al-assaf

Жыл бұрын

Yup, pre-refresh red was nicer with the lower parts of the door and centre being black. More contrast. Also it was darker red, more like maroon. This just screams ferrari red

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Very true! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

GET ONE WHILE YOU CAN! I have a 2012 IS 350 Sports Luxury..gorgeous engine, gorgeous car..

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

They're soo good! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

I got one of these and dropped the ark exhaust system in it… wow. Really made me appreciate the n/a V6

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

No way! That must sound awesome! Also mate if you like Lexus reviews, I have plenty and a few with the IS350 😄 Feel free to check it out 😊

Hoping the 2024 model will have the "updated" interior that it needs. I still cannot believe they went into this generation with last decade's tech. Criminal considering how aggressive their exterior changes were in comparison.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

I hear you but using it as a daily driver, it's just so user friendly and comfortable! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

The screen size is good. Screen sizes are getting way to ridiculous The steering wheel buttons and the shifter need to be updated for me other than that, this car is a beautiful thing

@Sleepyboiwonder

Жыл бұрын

Yup. My Mach e screen looks ridiculous 😅

@dygardion9130

Жыл бұрын

@@Sleepyboiwonder they are adding big screens Just to add them! Like my Camry is 8in and I’m like this is perfect.

@Sleepyboiwonder

Жыл бұрын

@@dygardion9130 What do you think of the more widescreen options? I feel like the brand new Lexus suv (forgot the name) did it nicely with the widescreen and blended it into the styling.

@dygardion9130

Жыл бұрын

@@Sleepyboiwonder I think they are ok compared to the explorer, expedition and Tesla but like it’s unnecessarily big. I Can say 8-10 is ok

@dygardion9130

Жыл бұрын

@@Sleepyboiwonder if it’s integrated nicely I can get passed it

I love my IS350. Best car I’ve owned. Mine is a 2015, owned since new.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

That's awesome! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

One thing they should keep for the F sport is a V6 turbo or some mild 48V hybrid version.... that would make them one of the options vs the 4 cyc'ers ... or they can do All natural and supercharged ... all versions with 8 speed auto and maybe a few anniversary models with manuals.... LOL

This car is an absolute master class in how to style a compact sports sedan, BMW could learn a thing or two from the Lexus chief stylist. I even like the refreshed interior with the round vents that have symmetry with the analog clock, and even the start button, mirror adjustment control...not to mention the sweet motorized digital tach/speedo. I even like the retro 90's thing carrying the seat color into the dash, especially since they didnt overdo it with red everything. The only thing I wish is for a slightly less wide center stack/console. Just shaving 3/4 of an inch off the width would be great. Other than that, this car is old school in good way..especially since the touchpad thing is now optional. Having said all that, this car seems fully loaded (BBS wheels, heated steering wheel and Mark Levinson sound) yet doesnt have the larger touchscreen? Odd thing to cheap out on after checking most other option boxes. $55k for this (assuming you can find an MSRP Lexus dealer) is a lot of money, but in a world where you can get the new Prius Prime up to $40k, I'd say this thing is a bargain.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Totally agree! It's strange the bigger screen is standard here in Aus, the small screens look very odd! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

IS 350, Q50 and the Gulia would be a good comparison test

Just bought one of these in ultra white with the two-tone interior (white/black). 54K with all the added packages besides the upgraded sound system

It's so beautiful from the front and the rear.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

Great review and you nailed it at the end - with the price, it being cheaper than the competition, being the most beautiful of the compact sport sedans, despite the "dated" cabin (which I honestly love it), to me, the reason I bought one this week ;) .... RIP gas mileage

@zaddybulge8694

Жыл бұрын

Any news if the 2024 IS will have a modern Cabin redesign it badly needs to catch up with competitors ?😅

@derekbells

3 күн бұрын

I get 32+ on highway. Gas mileage is great. Was even getting 27mpg city

I went from '22 IS500 launch Edition to '23 IS500 ultra white. The 350 is cool but the V8 in the IS500 is the last n/a V8 sedan to ever come out of Japan. Collectors item forsure.

@gavinr9107

Жыл бұрын

Here in Australia we never received the IS500. The ISF is now for sale at no less then $50K AUD, no more than 10 or so at any one time.

@Nestle245

Жыл бұрын

What's the difference between the 22 and 23?

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

@@gavinr9107 I wish they came here! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

just purchased this same car so happy to have it can't wait to wash it

You can remote start with the 3 long press and hold on the third press to remote start it.

Japan, italy, and germany.....they have amazing Cars.....premium,,,and luxury...out of the box 👍👍

@philhenderson3516

Жыл бұрын

SOUTH KOREA!!! lol

@muhammadharits3237

Жыл бұрын

@@philhenderson3516 😀😀....India too 👍👍😀

I think it’s odd that they kept the trackpad in the I S for 2023 whereas they got rid of it in the ES for 2023

That actually sounded pretty good!

Honestly I prefer the buttons in this car over the full touchscreen infotainment like in the c-class etc.

What would be the best amount of gears to maximize the engine output for this lexus? I am thinking either 6 or 8 gears but no more than that. Seems like anytime transmissions have 10 hears, the performance of the engine is not optimized

@lexuslfa4739

Жыл бұрын

The 6 speed is the same as the 8 speed, the only difference is the 8 speed has 2 extra over drives, the 10 is a newer version of both but with 4 extra overdrivers otherwise the ratios are pretty similar

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Hey Daniel! I've got a few reviews with the 8 speed, feel free to check them out 😄

The 3.5L v6 will become a collectors item soon. So you better hurry and pick up the remaining ones. They’ll really hold their value

@naveenthemachine

Жыл бұрын

@@layne4376 the 3.5v6 is a dying breed. You know that The v6 is wicked smooth, sounds great and it’s practically bulletproof. The new Lexus turbo 4s are nowhere near as refined or as smooth as the v6. Not to mention the turbo 4 is more complex inside and it’ll be less reliable.

@DaEverything1

Жыл бұрын

aint no way you think toyotas mass produced v6 that is in millions of their other cars is a collectors item LMAOOOOO

@jeremymoore145

Жыл бұрын

@@layne4376 company’s aren’t making v6 3.5l engines

@naveenthemachine

Жыл бұрын

@@DaEverything1 if Toyota wasn’t killing the v6 engines sure there would be more time for it to become rarer. But the fact is that their 3.5 v6 is done. The 2.4 turbo is the official replacement.

@MercOne

Жыл бұрын

@@jeremymoore145 And no one cares, it's not an engine to treasure. It's a family car workhorse engine at best. Can't become a collectors items when this engine has been around for almost 20 years in one form or another and is in hundreds of thousands of vehicles. Do you all know what a collectors item is?

I absolutely love mine I have the ultra white 2023 with the red interior ❤

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Congrats mate! I absolutely love the red interior! If you like Lexus reviews, I have plenty and a few with the IS350 😄 Feel free to check it out 😊

Resubscribed to you. I like how you referenced your old review of this refreshed model and I think you nailed it on the head this time around. Not many reviewers do this and it was a good to see. You are right it's an "old" car especially compared to the competition but it's not necessarily a bad car. The trick up it's sleeve is the NA V6 driving experience.

Question: I’m considering the Lexus is 350 f sport and the es 350 f sport. Which one should I consider? I love them both.

Small correction - this is acfually a 2GR-FSE 3.5L V6 - (actually a very old engine that started in the '06 IS350s /'07 GS 350s) longitudinally mounted with more performance and premium fuel is actually required for this motor. 2GR-FKS is the descendent of the 2GR-FE V6. They're also both 3.5L of displacement but they're laterally mounted (FWD) and are found in the ES 350, previous Gen RX 350 and the Camry/Highlander V6 - regular fuel is all it needs. - (Former employee at a Lexus dealer) Small detail - but either way, solid review as always 😎

@Stressless2023

Жыл бұрын

I caught that as well. Waited for this comment lol.

@wj6107

Жыл бұрын

With the update in 2018-2019 that added 311hp vs the original 306hp in 2GR-FSE, the designation changed to FKS because they added the ability to run Atkinson and Otto cycles therefore it is actually now the 2GR-FKS.

@andersonrodriguez8258

Жыл бұрын

U forgot the D4s system on the newer v6

Something that bothers me is that Lexus and Infiniti could truly have good sales if they would give the IS and Q50 some TLC they’re both reliable cars great power and the younger demographic don’t want crossover just yet or at all at that all they need to do is improve the transmission and infotainment and I’m sure they’ll sell more

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

You're not wrong! A lot of people are very tech focused! Also mate if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

Nice review love the car

“That graphics kind of remind me of Radio Shack.” LOL! Great review.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Hey mate, if you enjoy watching Lexus reviews, I got heaps on the IS350 and all the others. Feel free to have a watch 😄

I just wish they would bring this out w/ a 3 pedal manual.

For 55k good look and reliability are not enough for me. Not making significant update in 3 years is not acceptable.

Just got my girl a 22 avalon touring with the v6 and i fell in love with it, now i want one of these for me lol

the beautiful lines on the PANEL GAPS

Hard not too look T the Genesis G70 that has more HP, a more updated transmission for the AWD and adaptable dampers

@moeschizlac

Жыл бұрын

Even the Infiniti Q50 red sport has more power and a 7speed dual clutch transmission.

@Mr.Lambert777

Жыл бұрын

@@moeschizlac q50 doesn’t come with a dual clutch. Just a standard 7spd.

@moeschizlac

Жыл бұрын

@@Mr.Lambert777 The 2022 Q50 comes with two transmission options, a 7 speed conventional and a 7 speed dual clutch. Nice try.

@ZS-xi4xk

Жыл бұрын

@@moeschizlac There is no dual clutch in the Q50, hate to break it to you. It’s a 7 speed torque converter automatic, and the IS’s 8 speed out performs Infiniti’s 7.

@Mr.Lambert777

Жыл бұрын

@@moeschizlac lol nice try?? Clearly as it seems you most definitely don’t know ANY Knowledge about the Q50. Listen lol .. do your research 🤓an then press the “try again” button once more ok 🙃