I work at a Lexus dealership and I have driven the 2019 IS 350 & the new 2019 ES 350 side by side a few times. The ES 350 is pretty much a very high-end Avalon/Camry cousin and is a good idea of what the comparison is like. The advantage the ES 350 has over the IS 350 is the much newer interior design, Apple CarPlay, more advanced safety tech (e.g. full speed radar cruise control & lane trace assist) the touch-controller instead of the silly puck thing, a quieter cabin, softer suspension (even in F-sport trim) and far lower running costs thanks to the 8spd gearbox (better MPG) and the ES makes do with 87 Regular fuel while the IS requires 91 Premium. The ES 350 F-sport is also somehow less expensive than a IS 350 F-sport as well, though the IS has more discounts which makes it almost an even fight. However if you like to actually drive, the IS 350 still FAR outshines the ES 350. The ES is still a luxury car and it handles like one; it never has the directness the IS possesses. Despite sharing nearly identical 3.5L V6 engines the IS is far more eager to rev & be pushed whereas the ES even in Sport+ mode seem to hesitate more, especially the 8spd which while is great on the highway tends to hunt for gears. Going hard into a corner in an ES feels scary & off-putting, whereas the IS feels at its best in the corners the harder you push.
You work at lexus? Can you tell me why Lexus keeps the whp so low on the is350? 311 is weak compared to other cars in its class and price range. I get that it’s luxury etc... but cmon is lexus going yo up the power in the IS350 anytime soon? Maybe at least 350hp?
I have a 2017 IS200t F-Sport (Nebula Gray Pearl exterior on Rioja Red interior) that I bought used last year & it's been the best car ever so far! It had 15k miles when I bought it. I only paid $27,500 & it was around $45k new. I previously drove a 2015 Camry XSE V6 which I loved, but this Lexus is a huge step up in every way. Feels very solid, very well built & much more expensive than what I paid for it! I originally wanted the IS350 F-Sport, but the turbo engine has more than enough power & is very smooth & quiet. It also gets 4 MPG better.
the v6 camry gets better gas mileage than the lexus 300 or 350 so im not sure what exactly your comparison is about. the 2.0t on the camry outshines the lexus because its lighter than the lexus. if you get the xse trim on the camry everything else about the car is an upgrade over the lexus.
IntelliChoice estimates that five-year ownership costs (depreciation, financing, insurance, fuel, fees, repairs and maintenance) for the Toyota Camry will be $14451 to $16390 less than for the Lexus IS Series.
i test drove the 350 f-sport and the camry v6 and the camry beats it in every category except the seats. the camry is just as quiet and comfortable as the lexus and it comes with hundreds of features that the lexus does not for 10k less.
Wish this was available in Europe, I would actually be okay with replacing my ISF with one of these, but the top of the IS line over here is the 300h lol.
Car looks great on the outside but that interior looks like something from 2014. The seats are fine but everything else (CD player, a weird nubbin to control the tiny screen)...I would love a Lexus but the interior needs to be updated and bring back the power of the old IS F.
This body style came out in the 2014 model year so jt makes sense that the interior looks like that. They refreshed it in 2017 with the bigger display, they're unveiling the all new IS next year.
it wont compare. the lexus is much heavier than the camry so the 2.0 turbo on it barely has enough power to get the car moving quickly just like the camry. it would be a worse driving experience in the lexus.
@@SlimKronic 2018 camry have apple carplay and up. the 2017 lexus and up have apple carplay but without the mark system the lexus speakers are garbage and a complete waste of 45k.
I am not impressed by hard plastic or fake stitched plastic in a Lexus ...... My Ram pickup has real leather on the doors, dash, console, armrests, steering wheel, front AND back of the seats and assist handles
Title doesn’t reflect the topic.
I work at a Lexus dealership and I have driven the 2019 IS 350 & the new 2019 ES 350 side by side a few times. The ES 350 is pretty much a very high-end Avalon/Camry cousin and is a good idea of what the comparison is like.
The advantage the ES 350 has over the IS 350 is the much newer interior design, Apple CarPlay, more advanced safety tech (e.g. full speed radar cruise control & lane trace assist) the touch-controller instead of the silly puck thing, a quieter cabin, softer suspension (even in F-sport trim) and far lower running costs thanks to the 8spd gearbox (better MPG) and the ES makes do with 87 Regular fuel while the IS requires 91 Premium. The ES 350 F-sport is also somehow less expensive than a IS 350 F-sport as well, though the IS has more discounts which makes it almost an even fight.
However if you like to actually drive, the IS 350 still FAR outshines the ES 350. The ES is still a luxury car and it handles like one; it never has the directness the IS possesses. Despite sharing nearly identical 3.5L V6 engines the IS is far more eager to rev & be pushed whereas the ES even in Sport+ mode seem to hesitate more, especially the 8spd which while is great on the highway tends to hunt for gears. Going hard into a corner in an ES feels scary & off-putting, whereas the IS feels at its best in the corners the harder you push.
I agree with you, Garuda
I love my Is 300H
I agree! I love my IS!!
You work at lexus? Can you tell me why Lexus keeps the whp so low on the is350? 311 is weak compared to other cars in its class and price range. I get that it’s luxury etc... but cmon is lexus going yo up the power in the IS350 anytime soon? Maybe at least 350hp?
@@samueltorres2485 it has to do with your transmission and gearing Lexus IS known for high revs u have to be Damm near the red zone to get going
I thought your video will compare the IS 350 with the Camry. Your title is misleading!!!!
I have a 2017 IS200t F-Sport (Nebula Gray Pearl exterior on Rioja Red interior) that I bought used last year & it's been the best car ever so far! It had 15k miles when I bought it. I only paid $27,500 & it was around $45k new. I previously drove a 2015 Camry XSE V6 which I loved, but this Lexus is a huge step up in every way. Feels very solid, very well built & much more expensive than what I paid for it! I originally wanted the IS350 F-Sport, but the turbo engine has more than enough power & is very smooth & quiet. It also gets 4 MPG better.
I’m going to be buying a 2017 IS300 for 28k with 17k mileages
the v6 camry gets better gas mileage than the lexus 300 or 350 so im not sure what exactly your comparison is about. the 2.0t on the camry outshines the lexus because its lighter than the lexus. if you get the xse trim on the camry everything else about the car is an upgrade over the lexus.
also you are comparing a 2015 camry to a 2017 lexus. alot changes on cars in two years. unfair comparison.
@@alvarezz7986 thats way overpriced. you can get a v6 camry for cheaper than that with same mileage.
Ruthless937 was also thinking about a Camry TRD I just personally like the style of Lexus more.
Was interested in a comparison, like your title alluded to
IntelliChoice estimates that five-year ownership costs (depreciation, financing, insurance, fuel, fees, repairs and maintenance) for the Toyota Camry will be $14451 to $16390 less than for the Lexus IS Series.
I'm not a car guy, but the Lexus is pretty awesome! Larry Miller owns a lot of dealership's in Utah!
William Young almost 30 I think
i test drove the 350 f-sport and the camry v6 and the camry beats it in every category except the seats. the camry is just as quiet and comfortable as the lexus and it comes with hundreds of features that the lexus does not for 10k less.
Interesting. I’m trying to decide between a Camry or Lexus. Those new Camry’s do look sexy
“Leg room is pretty good” LMFAO
Looks so good outside nice design but the controls inside looks so old no usb ports in the back? But it's a Lexus very reliable nice legs by the way
Charlie Montero lol at the legs🤣
Wish this was available in Europe, I would actually be okay with replacing my ISF with one of these, but the top of the IS line over here is the 300h lol.
It’s no comparison
Car looks great on the outside but that interior looks like something from 2014. The seats are fine but everything else (CD player, a weird nubbin to control the tiny screen)...I would love a Lexus but the interior needs to be updated and bring back the power of the old IS F.
This body style came out in the 2014 model year so jt makes sense that the interior looks like that. They refreshed it in 2017 with the bigger display, they're unveiling the all new IS next year.
@@ZS-xi4xk 2013 Actually :)
@@IvanStoyanovZA it's a 2014 model year. It came out in 2013 yes, but it was under the 2014 model year.
@@ZS-xi4xk Right 😊🤷🏻♂️
Should be this or bmw 3 or mercedes c. Of course is
Paint color Atomic? The paint color is Liquid Platinum?
The paint color is "Atomic Silver"
In South Africa, Lexus calls it Sonic Titanium.
Both colors exist
You can’t compare the IS to a Camry. It’s more comparable with a Corolla.
Is it me or has Toyota has literally removed the driver/passenger memory seats from the IS line-up?
@Patric Rivas what trim you got? I Don't see them in is250 at all. Especially the passenger side.
They're not available on models with the F-Sport package where I live in SoCal. Only on models without the F-Sport package.
The 8 speed is available in the IS lol only on the RWD models though.
ZS 5885 that’s annoying
Correct, I have a Rear Wheel Drive IS 350 FSport with the 8 speed gearbox.
do the same with the Lexus is turbo vs Camry xse 4 cylinder
john fredy gotta figure out the logistics
it wont compare. the lexus is much heavier than the camry so the 2.0 turbo on it barely has enough power to get the car moving quickly just like the camry. it would be a worse driving experience in the lexus.
click bait, not a comparison for is 350 and camry
Does it have apple CarPlay finally?
kwame76 didn’t see it
No
What the Camry or Lexus? I have apple car play in my 2019 Camry XSE
@@SlimKronic 2018 camry have apple carplay and up. the 2017 lexus and up have apple carplay but without the mark system the lexus speakers are garbage and a complete waste of 45k.
Isn't the IS the Lexus version of the Toyota Corolla?
No
A nice review of the lexus, but since you clickbaited us with a irrelevant titled, I did not like nor subscribe.
Okay
@@BenHardyCars yea...I kinda wanted your opinion bc I'm heavily biased to my IS....but i like any video that covers this beautiful car ;-)
Idk how I ended up here lol but I wouldnt choose neither.... too much money for slow cars
slow??? this thing will smoke a mustang or a charger by miles it's hilarious
SoHo Don then rolls royces are too slow for their price tags. Good logic, sir
Alphacrux these types of dudes are still driving their moms van!
Broke Ass!
@@someone-yw2qw no it wont. they are 4000lbs with a 3.5 engine. the mustang gt
has a 5.0 engine in it and will crush the 350.
I am not impressed by hard plastic or fake stitched plastic in a Lexus ...... My Ram pickup has real leather on the doors, dash, console, armrests, steering wheel, front AND back of the seats and assist handles
Ander Ander the new rams are super nice
Not as reliable tho. There will be recalls always lol. It’s and FCA. RAMS are nice though.
Dodge Sucks! No Comparison To Lexus
how do you know its fake stitched plastic?
Your ram would get gapped