Some feedback. 1. Say what MPG you are getting. Telling me you spend $40 a month is useless unless I know how many miles you travel. 2. Get new pads. This has nothing to do with the car. 3. This was good. Just rehearse what you are going to say. 4. Could be worse. lol 5. I agree. Nothing to do with the car. 1. Think about your audience and what they are looking for. Quantify the information you are about to give. 2. Rehearse or break down the information into sections. 3. Work on your lexicon. Good luck!
all those things you hate when comparing to the look of this car is bananas....Here is my most hated thing: this car does not have a good place to hold your phone.
The only things you mentioned that would be performance related are the brake system and the fuel economy. While I agree with you on the brake system, I find that it's actually quite good but doesn't compare to slotted & drilled rotors obviously. In regards to the fuel millage, I've done some tests on mine and conclude that with an air intake, either dropin K&N or a cone K&N filter, driving it normally, you'll see 18km/100L where as stock would give you only 8km/100L. Adding Best Line engine lubricant makes it buttery smooth and the MPGs go up too due to higher lubricity in your motor oil. Try kinkering with these things if you like and you'll be pleasantly surprised. Keep us posted on your progress if you try these things.
I just got mine Lexus IS 200t F Sport 2 months ago and I absolutely love it! I went from Camry to Lexus IS so it was quite an upgrade for me. I do wish the same if they had LED interior lights and in 2018 model they added memory seats which is a pretty cool feature but not that important. I wish if they can also add the automatic side folding mirrors for the 2019 model
I own a 2015 Camry XSE V6 & I'm gonna buy a 2017 Lexus IS200t F-sport in a few days to replace my Camry! Can't wait! My Camry is very nice, but the Lexus is so much nicer!
Brake pads all you have to do is change to full ceramics (akebono ones) and the interior lighting I changed myself too right away even the turn signals to LEDs took me 1 hour. Gas mileage is better than a V6 lol I have an Infiniti G37S as well and I get 19 to 20 MPGs.
I have a 2016 is200t f sport and was contemplating on upgrading to the 2018 awd version which has the same body style as yours. I agree with the interior lights and the brake dust. Unfortunately for the brakes, a Lexus tech told me they put in the ones in the 350 which is why it gets dirty so I didn’t even think about getting wheels for my car and yes, it stays clean after washing for about half a day. I did look into the audi a4 but after seeing the maintenance costs I didn’t even look again. I know someone who works as a service advisor for Audi and he did say compared to a Lexus, it is way more expensive. Positive note to owning a Lexus though is that it’s basically a Toyota and they can service the car for about half the price it would be if you took it to Lexus.
I take my car for maintenance to my Toyota dealer, because my closest Lexus dealer is an hour away. Besides they pretty much do the necessary for a way lower price. Yes, German cars are more expensive to maintain and they tend to have more malfunctions than Lexus, almost all my friends that drive BMW, Mercedes or Audi have at least one light on in their dash and I get paranoid even when the TPMS light comes on lol I couldn’t live with any other light on my car and go on with my day like nothing.
5 better reason to not like the IS200t 1. Delayed throttle response 2. Too small of a turbo 2. No LSD 3. Outdated look in center console 5. Limited options for price (cheaper Acuras come with more options) Bonus Tight engine fitment High driveshaft tunnel in rear floor Terrible voice commands even for OEM Floor park brake MAF before turbo No MAP sensor for OBD2 boost readings Limited after market options
I’m currently looking at the 250 and the 200t not sure which one to go with . I’m coming from a Altima coupe so either or would be a upgrade for me . I’m only 5’3 so this perfect size for me 🤣
I no longer have the car, someone crashed into me last year totaling it. But, yes I was able to turn it on and off with the remote without the app. Also showed a friend, she also didn’t used the app.
I agree with the interior light, storage is ridiculous, your brake pads probably have carbon, so thats the reason of the brake dust but offer a excellent performance. I was thinking to buy this car but im still researching before i do it
Which IS do you have? Mine got a little better after I did a long trip with the car and reset the MPG while the car was on Cruise Control. It went from 316 to like 436 I believe.
rnorred1986 you’ll love it! Just a head ups with the paint, if kept clean it’s beautiful! If it’s dirty you’ll see it kind of ugly lol but hey. If you love the car subscribe to the channel, and check out more videos on it.
My current 2015 Camry XSE V6 that I'm replacing is black which shows everything & I've been cleaning, dusting & detailing it all the time which I like to do during my spare time, so no biggie.
Black is the most attention needing color! It shows swirls and dust a lot! My previous IS was black and MAN that thing was hard to keep it looking clean!
I've had the Lexus for a week now & it's the perfect car for me! Very comfortable seats & everything on the center console & dash is in the perfect position. I'm over 6ft & have plenty of head & legroom. Couldn't really ask for a better car!
If you're going to buy an "F Sport" why would you buy a 200t instead of a 350? Especially as fuel consumption is not much different. Performance etc is far better in a 350. In my country one of the most popular Lexus IS cars is a 300h which is a hybrid powered by a 2.5l petrol motor and electric motor which is what you choose if fuel consumption is an issue. Though the 200t is still an option. Why don't they sell this in North America. As an owner of a 350 F Sport (8 speed) I agree with the comments about poor rear visibility.better. Also agree that storage is poor. However, glovebox storage being disappointing due to compulsory air bags is not unusual. Agree brake dust on the front wheels is also annoying. But this is a common problem for many cars eg many European cars. As far as the interior lights go? I think you're nitpicking. ....... I find them fine. Some of the Sat Nav and infotainment characteristics deserve a mention. Though many other cars are also a bit ordinary in these areas.
Lol, I am going from a 2013 prius driver to 2017 Lexus IS200t. It will be a big change of the driving habit and braking. It need to remember that it doesn't have regenerating braking. 🤣
the fuel economy in yours isn’t much better than mine then... i have the IS300 with the V6 and i fill mine as often as you, which is ridiculous for a 2.0 turbo. if you want an led conversion look up precisionled 2017 lexus is and it’ll come up im going to do it to mine
Just got this 200T after my boring Prius cause I wanted more fun. Imagine the look on my face with the gas mileage LOL I agree with all your points, back pillars, eh nothing we can do about that. And the brake dust, noticed it in the first week! I see you pained your calipers and engine cover, good job man! I leased this bad boy so in two years we will see what else i can get from Lexus. So far I will just have fun with this thing. maybe by then I can afford the 100k LC Hybrid
Although i agree with you on the third one...storage is absolute trash i agree but man... put that owners manuel in the trunk or in your house ..Do you reallllllyy need it? and if you're worried about it slamming around anytime you turn... it doesnt.. its a heavy ass book and ive never heard it in the 6 months ive driven this car.. but i do agree storage is ass lol .
I apologize, there’s no perfect car. Even if the defects might be pointless to some, to others means something. More when you’ve driven many cars in your life and can actually compare it to others.
+stefan corpas don’t disagree with that. I daily mine everyday and still have not got bored with it. But does make me wish it had a little bit more of power.
I am thinking of buying a Lexus is I'm undecided between the 200t or the is 300awd and the 350awd which you recommend overall I'm looking at used 2016 models roughly priced at 30k to 35k
The IS 350 AWD, more power and the ability to AWD. But if you don’t really need AWD get the RWD versión of either the 200t or 350. But if you want better MPG the 200t is the better choice.
This is second video of somebody complaining about silly shit on one of these cars. Do you guys not research a car before your parents buy it for you? Smh. Get a Prius. No wonder this video has so many dislikes.
It's a chick car, and your a dude I think. So maybe you should get a car that isn't a chick car. You are complaining about brake dust so I'm not really sure what you are
JhonnyTube Man, don’t apologize for your presentation. People are super rude! I’m considering purchasing and listened to multiple reviews you did on this car. Thanks for taking the time to do review. I got useful information.
Some feedback.
1. Say what MPG you are getting. Telling me you spend $40 a month is useless unless I know how many miles you travel.
2. Get new pads. This has nothing to do with the car.
3. This was good. Just rehearse what you are going to say.
4. Could be worse. lol
5. I agree.
Nothing to do with the car.
1. Think about your audience and what they are looking for. Quantify the information you are about to give.
2. Rehearse or break down the information into sections.
3. Work on your lexicon.
Good luck!
Thanks for the advice, this was one of the first videos I made lol
“If im cruisin around with friends i have to put more gas” no way...
I need to at least have a full tank because we don’t always drive slow lol
That brake dust though lmao 😂
It’s annoying 😂 actually changed pads and the brake dust was less
40$/week for gas is cheap
Lucky he doesn’t live in California...
How much is gas there?
It’s 3.15$ for premium.
It’s about $2.15 here in KY right now
JhonnyTube Yeah, California sucks for that and their smog laws.
all those things you hate when comparing to the look of this car is bananas....Here is my most hated thing: this car does not have a good place to hold your phone.
I had to buy a phone holder and connect it with the air vents
The only things you mentioned that would be performance related are the brake system and the fuel economy. While I agree with you on the brake system, I find that it's actually quite good but doesn't compare to slotted & drilled rotors obviously. In regards to the fuel millage, I've done some tests on mine and conclude that with an air intake, either dropin K&N or a cone K&N filter, driving it normally, you'll see 18km/100L where as stock would give you only 8km/100L. Adding Best Line engine lubricant makes it buttery smooth and the MPGs go up too due to higher lubricity in your motor oil. Try kinkering with these things if you like and you'll be pleasantly surprised. Keep us posted on your progress if you try these things.
You need to learn the unit that measure fuel economy, sir.
I think I will and make a video about it.
I just got mine Lexus IS 200t F Sport 2 months ago and I absolutely love it! I went from Camry to Lexus IS so it was quite an upgrade for me. I do wish the same if they had LED interior lights and in 2018 model they added memory seats which is a pretty cool feature but not that important.
I wish if they can also add the automatic side folding mirrors for the 2019 model
I think those features are options right now, probably with the luxury package
I own a 2015 Camry XSE V6 & I'm gonna buy a 2017 Lexus IS200t F-sport in a few days to replace my Camry! Can't wait! My Camry is very nice, but the Lexus is so much nicer!
You won’t regret it! Trust me!
Brake pads all you have to do is change to full ceramics (akebono ones) and the interior lighting I changed myself too right away even the turn signals to LEDs took me 1 hour. Gas mileage is better than a V6 lol I have an Infiniti G37S as well and I get 19 to 20 MPGs.
Hit me up on instagram and tell me how you changed the turning signals to LED.
I’m not seeing a big aftermarket support for these cars. Any tuning options and intercooler upgrades? Intake manifolds?
Not a big one for Lexus sadly.
I have a 2016 is200t f sport and was contemplating on upgrading to the 2018 awd version which has the same body style as yours. I agree with the interior lights and the brake dust. Unfortunately for the brakes, a Lexus tech told me they put in the ones in the 350 which is why it gets dirty so I didn’t even think about getting wheels for my car and yes, it stays clean after washing for about half a day. I did look into the audi a4 but after seeing the maintenance costs I didn’t even look again. I know someone who works as a service advisor for Audi and he did say compared to a Lexus, it is way more expensive. Positive note to owning a Lexus though is that it’s basically a Toyota and they can service the car for about half the price it would be if you took it to Lexus.
I take my car for maintenance to my Toyota dealer, because my closest Lexus dealer is an hour away. Besides they pretty much do the necessary for a way lower price. Yes, German cars are more expensive to maintain and they tend to have more malfunctions than Lexus, almost all my friends that drive BMW, Mercedes or Audi have at least one light on in their dash and I get paranoid even when the TPMS light comes on lol I couldn’t live with any other light on my car and go on with my day like nothing.
5 better reason to not like the IS200t
1. Delayed throttle response
2. Too small of a turbo
2. No LSD
3. Outdated look in center console
5. Limited options for price (cheaper Acuras come with more options)
Bonus
Tight engine fitment
High driveshaft tunnel in rear floor
Terrible voice commands even for OEM
Floor park brake
MAF before turbo
No MAP sensor for OBD2 boost readings
Limited after market options
Good points!
I’m currently looking at the 250 and the 200t not sure which one to go with . I’m coming from a Altima coupe so either or would be a upgrade for me . I’m only 5’3 so this perfect size for me 🤣
Go with the 200t. The 2.5l v6 is no longer available in the lexus lineup.
Does your car have the remote start with the key fob ? The app no longer works to do the remote start and that came in clutch in the summer
I no longer have the car, someone crashed into me last year totaling it. But, yes I was able to turn it on and off with the remote without the app. Also showed a friend, she also didn’t used the app.
How’s the audio? I test drove one a while back and the audio was ass. Pretty much only the front speakers produced any real sound
I enjoyed it, no complaints.
Get a model with the ML. Much better. Don’t think you can get it on the 200 though
So the turbolag doesn't bother you?
+IonicGaming123 at first it did. But that's a common thing with turbo cars, even the top performance cars with turbos suffer it.
@@JhonnyTube not with a car from 2012+
I’ve seen videos of McLarens having lag too at first.
I agree with the interior light, storage is ridiculous, your brake pads probably have carbon, so thats the reason of the brake dust but offer a excellent performance. I was thinking to buy this car but im still researching before i do it
Did you ever decide?
I had bad MPG then Lexus changed my battery. I'm up to 430 miles on a single tank.
Which IS do you have? Mine got a little better after I did a long trip with the car and reset the MPG while the car was on Cruise Control. It went from 316 to like 436 I believe.
@@JhonnyTube 2016 200t F
Oh okay but ,yeah, my MPG improved dramatically after the car’s first long trip and I did a trip MPG reset.
Have you ran it with a 328i before?
No
Does.the 2017 i200t have tire shrub issues? Grinding niose while turning the steering wheel
Not mine.
why is your engine cover red ? did you paint it ?
Yes, I didn’t like the bland colors and wanted it to stand out a bit more. There’s a video on how I did it too.
shit I put $160 worth of gas in my BMW every week
You don’t let the car rest do you? Lol
I buying a 2017 IS200t F Sport in the same color combo as yours in a few days! Can't wait! Such beautiful cars!
rnorred1986 you’ll love it! Just a head ups with the paint, if kept clean it’s beautiful! If it’s dirty you’ll see it kind of ugly lol but hey. If you love the car subscribe to the channel, and check out more videos on it.
My current 2015 Camry XSE V6 that I'm replacing is black which shows everything & I've been cleaning, dusting & detailing it all the time which I like to do during my spare time, so no biggie.
Black is the most attention needing color! It shows swirls and dust a lot! My previous IS was black and MAN that thing was hard to keep it looking clean!
I've had the Lexus for a week now & it's the perfect car for me! Very comfortable seats & everything on the center console & dash is in the perfect position. I'm over 6ft & have plenty of head & legroom. Couldn't really ask for a better car!
Glad you like the car!
If you're going to buy an "F Sport" why would you buy a 200t instead of a 350? Especially as fuel consumption is not much different. Performance etc is far better in a 350. In my country one of the most popular Lexus IS cars is a 300h which is a hybrid powered by a 2.5l petrol motor and electric motor which is what you choose if fuel consumption is an issue. Though the 200t is still an option. Why don't they sell this in North America.
As an owner of a 350 F Sport (8 speed) I agree with the comments about poor rear visibility.better. Also agree that storage is poor. However, glovebox storage being disappointing due to compulsory air bags is not unusual. Agree brake dust on the front wheels is also annoying. But this is a common problem for many cars eg many European cars. As far as the interior lights go? I think you're nitpicking. ....... I find them fine. Some of the Sat Nav and infotainment characteristics deserve a mention. Though many other cars are also a bit ordinary in these areas.
RWD beats AWD on the track anyday. Lighter & better cornering. No oversteer in the RWD and drives way better IMO. I have the 2018 IS300 RWD v4 Turbo.
Michael Chu You recommend 200t f sport 2017 or 300 f sport 2018?
It’s the same car. Lexus just changed the 200t badge for 300. Now all the is are 300+, Like bmw with the 3 series.
Lol, I am going from a 2013 prius driver to 2017 Lexus IS200t. It will be a big change of the driving habit and braking. It need to remember that it doesn't have regenerating braking. 🤣
You’ll feel a lot better when you walk to the Lexus and away from it 😂 no hate on the Prius lol
@@JhonnyTube lol, I know. But my prius was mooded. Lmao. But now, I can actually say that I drive a real car😅😅
😂
the fuel economy in yours isn’t much better than mine then... i have the IS300 with the V6 and i fill mine as often as you, which is ridiculous for a 2.0 turbo. if you want an led conversion look up precisionled 2017 lexus is and it’ll come up im going to do it to mine
Is300 doesn’t have v6
Really need to do more of the awesome things you guys recommend.
Yes it does.
Just got this 200T after my boring Prius cause I wanted more fun. Imagine the look on my face with the gas mileage LOL
I agree with all your points, back pillars, eh nothing we can do about that. And the brake dust, noticed it in the first week! I see you pained your calipers and engine cover, good job man! I leased this bad boy so in two years we will see what else i can get from Lexus. So far I will just have fun with this thing. maybe by then I can afford the 100k LC Hybrid
+Ian Villamor congrats! And thanks for checking out the other vids!
But if you’re gonna drop 100k go for the V8 lol it’s more fun, worth the money.
I LEASED THIS IS200T 2017 A WEEK AGO LOL
You enjoying it? Lol
JhonnyTube YEA I ONLY HAVE THE STANDARD VERSION THO
Still a great option. Besides it’s a lease so you don’t have to live with it forever lol
He puts in gas twice or three times a week but probably only fills It a 1/4 tank at a time 😂
That’s some weak shii, I never put gas unless I fill up the tank. If you can’t do that then let me know, I’ll cash app you some money
@@JhonnyTube homeboy goalz** 💯
Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.
Although i agree with you on the third one...storage is absolute trash i agree but man... put that owners manuel in the trunk or in your house ..Do you reallllllyy need it? and if you're worried about it slamming around anytime you turn... it doesnt.. its a heavy ass book and ive never heard it in the 6 months ive driven this car.. but i do agree storage is ass lol .
Didn't really think about that lol
Yall ignore the main bad thing about this car, crazy underpowered and heavy and slow for its price range.
The main goal was luxury and handling, and in those aspects it hit its mark.
I can relate 😂 thanks bro
Np 😂
Where did you get your red f sport calipers?
Painted them red and place a sticker on top
before you hate a car first You test drive the car
Before you buy owning a car not making nonsense
I apologize, there’s no perfect car. Even if the defects might be pointless to some, to others means something. More when you’ve driven many cars in your life and can actually compare it to others.
I have a is200t f sport and had it
For a year and its an okay car
+stefan corpas don’t disagree with that. I daily mine everyday and still have not got bored with it. But does make me wish it had a little bit more of power.
I am thinking of buying a Lexus is I'm undecided between the 200t or the is 300awd and the 350awd which you recommend overall I'm looking at used 2016 models roughly priced at 30k to 35k
The IS 350 AWD, more power and the ability to AWD. But if you don’t really need AWD get the RWD versión of either the 200t or 350. But if you want better MPG the 200t is the better choice.
@@JhonnyTube thanks I'm kinda lost how much more on fuel will I have to add You think let's say for every 750km
For around $45 when I fill up my tank I get around 316 mpg. That’s around 510km where you reside I’m guessing
This is second video of somebody complaining about silly shit on one of these cars. Do you guys not research a car before your parents buy it for you? Smh. Get a Prius. No wonder this video has so many dislikes.
My parents didn’t buy tho, so I can complain about silly things I don’t like about a car..
Fuel economy here in Texas it’s cheap
Now because of COVID?
Let's play soccer together bro
When?
In DC Premium $3:49
Man! Greetings from KY!
It's a chick car, and your a dude I think. So maybe you should get a car that isn't a chick car. You are complaining about brake dust so I'm not really sure what you are
Not your type my dude.
Really don't like the style of this dude. He needs to read more books, sounds very ghetto.
I’m sorry, this was one of my first videos, I was very nervous because I never practiced before getting in front of the camera.
JhonnyTube Man, don’t apologize for your presentation. People are super rude! I’m considering purchasing and listened to multiple reviews you did on this car. Thanks for taking the time to do review. I got useful information.
🤫🤫🤫🤫🤫🤫🤫🤫🤫
Thank you for these kind words, means a lot honestly.
JhonnyTube You’re Welcome. 🙏🏾