With Lexus you know what you’re getting. It will not be cutting edge technology, but it will be something that works for 250,000 miles and not ask its owner for anything except for gas, tires, oil, and brake pads. But the IS is also very fun to drive and absolutely stunning in person. I think if you want an everyday daily driver and have a long commute, the IS is the car for you.
@@christopherr.9541 I would buy it and modify the whole front bumper/grill area to look like a real car and not this 5 year imagination brought to life.
Let's admitting it guys. Lexus is killing it. When every car builder is moving away from sportscar, and especially form sedans. When Mercedes and Volvo are moving away from 6 cylinder to four. When BMW is mellowing more and more their cars for making them more SUV-like and introducing horrible chinese design choices in their brand signature. When the few remaining sport options are insanly powerful and so expensive that nobody can buy them anymore. Lexus still offer enthousiast cars with enough horsepower to enjoy them, and improved handling and chassis behavior.
Finally someone who doesn’t bash it for being “outdated”. I have an ES350 right now and while I love the car I’d much rather have one of these. Unfortunately my wallet doesn’t agree with me right now but hopefully by the time I have 200k on the ES I will be able to get one of these!
You absolutely nailed the review. The IS350 is a do it all luxury car with enough sports car DNA to be fun and reliable, without being too harsh or unforgiving. For 95% of your daily commute, you're not carving through the canyons or running 0 - 60 around town, and it excels at that. So it is even more surprising that it handles as well as it does, with a naturally aspirated V6 for the throttle response, powerband and sound. Now with the IS500 on the way, there are no more excuses that anybody can make because it'll be a reliable, powerful, livable daily driver with impeccable build quality. Regarding your comment about RWD - up here in Canada, we get the IS350 AWD only (RWD used to be offered years ago), because AWD + winter tires will rip through the snow like its not there. It works very, very well and it'll kill any FWD or RWD car in terms of traction in slick or snowy road conditions. However I'm slowly convincing myself that the 2UR-GSE is good enough that I could make do with RWD and winter tires...
@@EatSleepDrive It's been 3 years, and I put my money where my mouth is - I ordered a new '24 IS350 AWD F-Sport, Iridium with red interior. Was this test car Iridium or Atomic Silver, do you remember?
I love the IS350! I have a 2010 IS350 Sport with F-Sport sway bars and rear chassis brace, F-Sport intake, RC-F LCA bushings, ISF steering ecu as well as slotted & drilled rotors and I've done this same canyon as your doing in this video! It's a fun car that's extremely reliable! Because they are so reliable and don't change much (a good thing to me) Lexus is a car you should only buy used
Pleased car lovers here, between IS350 011 vs IS350 013 which is a better buy , Rugged, has less fuel economy consumption and reliabile ? Please i need an honest answer guys
i love the point you made about this being a great only car because that's absolutely true. if you don't have a dedicated race car, luxury car, and daily driver, this strikes a balance between all of those really well. it's not gonna beat a m3 off the line, the ride isn't smoother than an S class (probably not even better than a C class depending who you ask), and it's not *quite* as cheap to maintain as say a corolla or civic. but you can toss it around a canyon corner, the interior is super nice and it rides over rough roads surprisingly well, and it won't break the bank or require a stupid amount of labor to fix. AND you'll still see these on the roads in 20 years with 300k miles on the dash. if you're looking for a car that isn't the best at anything but is pretty good at everything this doesn't have much competition in its class.
I drove an IS350 when I took my ES in for service and now I'm hooked. So agile, nimble, and very responsive. Super-fun to drive. Amazing sound system and the NA engine is simpler in design, easier to maintain, and more reliable than other engines.
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
You buy this car knowing it’s not going to go as fast as the competitors. You buy it because it rides better, lasts MUCH longer, and is cheaper to run. Get the dynamic handling package, Mark Levinson audio, and an aftermarket exhaust system and you’re golden.
Does she run on Premium fuel only? My wife and I are in our late 50s and want a sporty, reliable car, and I think this will fit the bill, unlike the BMW 545i that we just sold😩.Great review thanks!
Snow tires alone won't help this gain enough traction in the snow. Maybe a bit on flat roads, but not up mountain passes. Hopefully they release a IS 500 AWD version in the future
Have you driven a RWD IS in the crap ? I have: even with summer 18"s on, it was impressive in the slush and crud; with 17" Blizzaks all around it was more than competent.. howver, physics is physics.. don't do stupid stuff and you will be FINE with a RWD.. PS we get >250" snow/yr so I know what I'm talkin bout ;)
Thanks for this video. It helped me with my decision to pick up my own 2021 IS 350 F Sport! Mine actually is in the same color combo as the one in this video as well. I've been a Lexus fan for a while and formerly had a 2016 IS 300 AWD. I agree with you - if you're getting a sporty sedan, it should be RWD, so I've fixed that. It's a wonderful car.
In the market for one now, and coming from an Audi...I tend to drive spiritedly when I get a chance on empty roads, in your experience, have you seen any reliability issues in that regards? (Rather ask an actual owner than a dealer lol)
@@jamesgermain8466 Lexus always been a good engine u will have no problem I driven all the Lexus model there suv is a let down kinda but I’ll say the IS is just like the ES but lil faster and sporty most luxurious 4 door sport car or any are rough but Lexus IS smooth as butter and its quiet in the cabin from the outside noises I own a is300 f sport awd I do want Rwd but I live in a area that snows
@@jamesgermain8466 Sorry for the delayed reply, but no, 14,000 miles in, and it's been great. I am going in for service in a couple of weeks; I am curious how the brakes are holding up after multiple mountain-road blasts. It's been an absolute peach though. No issues whatsoever... unless you count a rattle in the glovebox that was pretty bad for a while, but has gone away on its own here after a month or two. I never figured out what was causing it, might have been my fault for leaving something in there.
It'd be interesting how it compares to the Genesis G70? Nothing will probably touch this car for build quality and reliability. I've felt like this car has enough power and I like the NA but a NA V8 would be nice. The other issue is it doesn't get very good fuel economy. I'm glad you did a review and some comparing to your ISF. This car doesn't get enough respect.
G70 seems to be a middle ground. Not quite the reliability of Lexus but you get more of the German performance. I picked up a used low mileage G70 recently and a friend just picked up a new 350 IS F Sport so I'll get to see the comparison.
@@sleepwalker2112 performance wise it's a wide gap. G70 packs more punch than you think. Put it this way. The friend would have had that ISF long ago if they had not been used to riding in my Mustang GT. The Mustang while obviously more powerful would not deter me from the G70. To be honest for old man street jackassery I only miss the sound of the Mustang. I have more fun with the torque curve of the G70. Outside of some sensors that seem to be replaced commonly it's been very reliable. My old BMW would have been in the shop at least twice by now for something more major than those sensors.
I've been loving it much more than my 2019 Mercedes C43 AMG. It's way better built, I can feel a much more tactile feel on the road, also so far no issue which is something that plagued my c43 from the first month. Despite being $20K less than my Mercedes I get way more compliments and looks on my IS350 AWD F sport. The only thing I can knock the IS with is its exhaust is way too quiet and the fuel efficiency is worse than the c43 even though it has 40 less HP than that 3.0TT v6 of the C43. The looks and build quality make me forget this though.
Thanks for sharing! Interesting perspective going from a C43 to this. But I could totally see how the C43 blends in with every other Merc and your new Lexus stands out. Enjoy the car!
@@Jackdman25 I was not. Had the car for over 4 years and kept it in eco mode 99% of the time. Even in eco, driving normally, I'd be lucky if I got 18 mpg (50 city, 50 highway). That being said, I absolutely loved that car and miss it now that I traded it in. If paying a bit more in gas doesn't bother you, it really is a great car.
actualy i believe they will reveal the V8 model for this car today,based on a instagram post they did yesterday 11AM EST its the time . If its true it will be probably the 470 hp na v8 of the rcf
Wow they didnt change much of the interior apart from the infotainment system to compare to my is300h from 2014 . if it aint broke dont fix it . my lexus currently sitting at 140k miles and still feels like new
Pleased car lovers here, between IS350 011 vs IS350 013 which is a better buy , Rugged, has less fuel economy consumption and reliabile ? Please i need an honest answer guys
Great review. Good insight on the transmission. Since Lexus mentioned the IS500 would share the same transmission as this one (AA81E) I was curious how the 350 shifted in sport plus mode. Makes sense it would be slightly tamer than an ISF but should still no doubt be a fun car to drive. Also what canyon road were you on that had the tunnel? Im just north of LA in Palmdale/Lancaster and need to do a tunnel run in my F 😈. Great review and hope to see you do one of the IS500!
Thank you! I hope they do some tuning of that trans to make it shift a bit quicker and respond in a more involving fashion. I imagine the hardware is capable of it. As for the tunnel, that would be the Angeles Forest Highway! Accessible from Angeles Crest. Enjoy!
Late ass reply but the IS500 uses the old IS-F tranny (AA80E). Slightly different than the 81E and a little more archaic. However, it handles power WAY better and, like the 81E, has a bit of a dual personality thing going on but is way more evident. Hate to be a nerd but I love this stuff.
Seriously toyed with the idea of buying one of these but, in the end, that engine just can't change enough to support the purchase for me. Shame but I bet it'll rip in ISF form, assuming they make that move...
Exactly you can always pick up a used 2 Gen IS350 for way less money and still offers enough power. As much I love my Toyota/Lexus products it’s hard to recommend this same when its using the same engine since 2006.
There is no real leather aside from the steering wheel. The doors/seats are made of Nuluxe, which is a synthetic material that looks and feels like leather.
have gone through so three lexus’s my old rx hybrid’s real leather got destroyed over its 500,000 miles, I bought my father who trashes his car an nx and the leather is doing well despite having 150,000 miles on it. I kinda like it but it does lack that super soft feel with real leather
They saved the R&D budget on this "new" IS so they could drop the NA V8 back in. I can't complain even though the interior, chassis, and powertrain are ancient.
Your comment on snow driving show you’ve not lived in a snowy climate long enough with a rwd car, hell we in nyc know an fwd is better in snow than rwd with the nor’easter
@@EatSleepDrive i beg to differ. fit a fwd toyota camry summer tires and an rwd merc c300 on any day after the noreaster hits, you will need to be towed. anyways im talking from experience of mine and watching others suffer lol. all good though
I rented the M340i for three days, the handling and weight didn't make it feel nimble. This car almost weighs the same as your car. Not sure if you want to go get an IS.
I own the same car and I would keep the GS bro. The most you would be missing in this vehicle is the updated infotainment system, which can be solved with beatssonic apple CarPlay/android auto radio upgrade. Maybe the dynamic handling package would make it worth the upgrade or look into the IS 500 when it comes out later this year. Just my opinion.
This will be my first Lexus after owning 7 Hondas. Was originally looking to upgrade to the Acura tlx but after researching and test driving the is350 decided to go with Lexus this time. A shame I won’t be able to run thru that canyon but looking forward to pushing it around here in Virginia Beach
@@nofufu8713 No not yet, the “price adjustment” is astounding due to short supply and the dealer said it’ll take two months to come in once I order. Gonna wait til these prices come down
I disagree, living in northern michigan where we get 200+ inches a year (but admittedly not many steep hills) I conclude that with 4 blizzaks mounted, it is one of the best RWD cars I have ever driven in snow.. but yes physics still applies so eventually you will find your limit.. but that is
I just think the red pleather and plastics won’t age well especially when the sun beats it in parking lots daily remember the second gen had melting dashes. Lastly they should have upped the 4 banger to a 2.5 liter and 255hp 268 torque to compete with Mazda but oh well lovely car
It has double wishbone fnt suspension, which makes a huge difference in handling. But, it needs a supercharger or turbo to really be competitive. The 500 is RWD only and will spin out during even normal driving. Can't buy that car for under 55k because they all have options added.
This man knows nothing 🤣 the gtr steering wheel looks nothing like a Lexus steering wheel. And if you drive a rwd in the snow, snow tires are not enough. You don’t live in New York where the snow is 5-9 inches deep
I dont know but it seems like it is still a boring car to drive! Lol ive Tested my friend’s when he just got his brand frickn new one in 2016, then compared to with my 09 TL SH-AWD.. my acura was much more fun to drive! But now i drive a grandpa’s car, the RX350🤣
2021 BMW 330i has more torque. Economical with 4 cylinders and very reliable now. Faster 5.3s 0 to 100 km/h. Way more fun with turbo and sport oriented. BMW is third most reliable manufacturer!!!
With Lexus you know what you’re getting. It will not be cutting edge technology, but it will be something that works for 250,000 miles and not ask its owner for anything except for gas, tires, oil, and brake pads. But the IS is also very fun to drive and absolutely stunning in person. I think if you want an everyday daily driver and have a long commute, the IS is the car for you.
In the market for one now, coming from an Audi
@@jamesgermain8466 good move.
A 4cylinder not a v6 obviously
Exactly. You don’t compare this to a 3 series or Giulia, you compare it to the Audi A4, M-B C300, and Volvo S60, and it blows them out of the water
@@mattlittlej you’re smoking it does not blow the a4 out of the water 😂
Take this over everything in its class stunning car.
That grill is still ugly.
@@christopherr.9541 I would buy it and modify the whole front bumper/grill area to look like a real car and not this 5 year imagination brought to life.
@@bubblelex5051 I've gotten tons of compliments on how "cool" my IS 350 looks, so Lexus must be on to something.
@@bubblelex5051 I rather like the grill, in fact. BMW's grills on the other hand, is almost offensive.
After watching over 20 reviews on this car----looking at current 2022......yours was the most informative and best POV!
That 3.5 v6 is absolutely bombproof.
I just picked up a 2024 IS350. 😊 It will likely be my last car, so I got it loaded, including that magnificent stereo, all 1800 Watts. 😊
@@DavidAlexJonasexcellent choice!
Just went from BMW 535 to Lexus GS 350 , more then enough for everyday use and soo much Fun with reliability !!!
What's the 0-60 like? Is it faster then the is?
If you were curious about that {!} light on the dashboard, one of my tires was a PSI too low. No this Lexus wasn't broken, that's impossible...
..... was it 1.5 psi too low?
Totally dig the POV vid, keep it up! I have a '16 350 FSport...just waiting for the IS500 to come out. Hopefully it'll be a V8!
Thanks Tony! Looks like you got your wish with the IS500 today
@@EatSleepDrive ...and I’m ready for Lexus to Take. My. Money. 😜😂
@@DLPTonyATLDid you get it??
Let's admitting it guys.
Lexus is killing it.
When every car builder is moving away from sportscar, and especially form sedans.
When Mercedes and Volvo are moving away from 6 cylinder to four.
When BMW is mellowing more and more their cars for making them more SUV-like and introducing horrible chinese design choices in their brand signature.
When the few remaining sport options are insanly powerful and so expensive that nobody can buy them anymore.
Lexus still offer enthousiast cars with enough horsepower to enjoy them, and improved handling and chassis behavior.
may be I should introduce some critical false design to your car to delete you from this planet😉
the lexus is just a straight rock solid daily driver.Just an overall better car than any of its competitor.
This guys knows what he’s talking about. No bias thoughts towards this car at all
I saw a great deal of reviews for this particular car and this was the best. Thanks for the amazing, honest review.
I bought 2023 Lexus IS350. I love this car. I highly recommend it.
Still enjoying it? Thinking of getting a 2023 right now.
@@BlaziNTrades Yes, love it. I currently have almost 33,000 miles and still running like new. I plan to drive it over 300,000 miles someday.
@@terrynguyen9102 Thank you!
Finally someone who doesn’t bash it for being “outdated”. I have an ES350 right now and while I love the car I’d much rather have one of these. Unfortunately my wallet doesn’t agree with me right now but hopefully by the time I have 200k on the ES I will be able to get one of these!
You absolutely nailed the review. The IS350 is a do it all luxury car with enough sports car DNA to be fun and reliable, without being too harsh or unforgiving. For 95% of your daily commute, you're not carving through the canyons or running 0 - 60 around town, and it excels at that. So it is even more surprising that it handles as well as it does, with a naturally aspirated V6 for the throttle response, powerband and sound. Now with the IS500 on the way, there are no more excuses that anybody can make because it'll be a reliable, powerful, livable daily driver with impeccable build quality.
Regarding your comment about RWD - up here in Canada, we get the IS350 AWD only (RWD used to be offered years ago), because AWD + winter tires will rip through the snow like its not there. It works very, very well and it'll kill any FWD or RWD car in terms of traction in slick or snowy road conditions. However I'm slowly convincing myself that the 2UR-GSE is good enough that I could make do with RWD and winter tires...
Well said. I'm equally as excited for the IS500.
@@EatSleepDrive It's been 3 years, and I put my money where my mouth is - I ordered a new '24 IS350 AWD F-Sport, Iridium with red interior. Was this test car Iridium or Atomic Silver, do you remember?
I love the IS350! I have a 2010 IS350 Sport with F-Sport sway bars and rear chassis brace, F-Sport intake, RC-F LCA bushings, ISF steering ecu as well as slotted & drilled rotors and I've done this same canyon as your doing in this video! It's a fun car that's extremely reliable! Because they are so reliable and don't change much (a good thing to me) Lexus is a car you should only buy used
So don't buy a is 500 new?😰
@@headinthekloudz You could buy an IS500 new, but I wouldn't, although I have a feeling it will be hard to find at a good price used
@@asifalimirza do the bushes add steering wheel feel?
@@54tristin The answer is yes, they add some road feel to the steering
Pleased car lovers here, between IS350 011 vs IS350 013 which is a better buy , Rugged, has less fuel economy consumption and reliabile ? Please i need an honest answer guys
So good! Thank you for being the one reviewer than reviewed the RWD model! Great review!
I love the design of that Lexus !!! it looks very good
If they put the V8 in this, I'll be moving from my ISF to it.
Preferably a 4 cyl hybrid
@@fabian-isf5310 are you saying 4cylinder hybrid over a v8?
@@hamsterbrigade hes probably trolling
they did..... its called the IS500.
So you getting the is500 now?
i love the point you made about this being a great only car because that's absolutely true. if you don't have a dedicated race car, luxury car, and daily driver, this strikes a balance between all of those really well. it's not gonna beat a m3 off the line, the ride isn't smoother than an S class (probably not even better than a C class depending who you ask), and it's not *quite* as cheap to maintain as say a corolla or civic. but you can toss it around a canyon corner, the interior is super nice and it rides over rough roads surprisingly well, and it won't break the bank or require a stupid amount of labor to fix. AND you'll still see these on the roads in 20 years with 300k miles on the dash. if you're looking for a car that isn't the best at anything but is pretty good at everything this doesn't have much competition in its class.
This man knows what he’s talking about.
I drove an IS350 when I took my ES in for service and now I'm hooked. So agile, nimble, and very responsive. Super-fun to drive. Amazing sound system and the NA engine is simpler in design, easier to maintain, and more reliable than other engines.
this is the best video about is350 big ty for it
Thank you!
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
Don't think you could have said it better. Well done.
Can't wait for the new F trims paired with this beautiful design 😁
Lexus hasn't started flattening their steering bottoms yet. THANK GOODNESS!
These cars were built to help their owners survive brutal cross country drives in comfort, speed and reliability.
Great car and great content. I would absolutely check this out if I was in the market for a BMW if only for the reliability
Iv owned 2 is 350 f loved them I’m now a 4Runner driver
You buy this car knowing it’s not going to go as fast as the competitors. You buy it because it rides better, lasts MUCH longer, and is cheaper to run. Get the dynamic handling package, Mark Levinson audio, and an aftermarket exhaust system and you’re golden.
Hey mate, if you like Lexus reviews I've made a few of them including all 3 IS models. If you're interested to watch let me know what you think :)
Would you know the difference between the 2019 and 2021 f-sport? What changes were made? Thanks!
Does she run on Premium fuel only? My wife and I are in our late 50s and want a sporty, reliable car, and I think this will fit the bill, unlike the BMW 545i that we just sold😩.Great review thanks!
Are you thinking about getting the ark or apex exhausts??
Snow tires alone won't help this gain enough traction in the snow. Maybe a bit on flat roads, but not up mountain passes. Hopefully they release a IS 500 AWD version in the future
Have you driven a RWD IS in the crap ? I have: even with summer 18"s on, it was impressive in the slush and crud; with 17" Blizzaks all around it was more than competent.. howver, physics is physics.. don't do stupid stuff and you will be FINE with a RWD.. PS we get >250" snow/yr so I know what I'm talkin bout ;)
Thanks for this video. It helped me with my decision to pick up my own 2021 IS 350 F Sport! Mine actually is in the same color combo as the one in this video as well. I've been a Lexus fan for a while and formerly had a 2016 IS 300 AWD. I agree with you - if you're getting a sporty sedan, it should be RWD, so I've fixed that. It's a wonderful car.
In the market for one now, and coming from an Audi...I tend to drive spiritedly when I get a chance on empty roads, in your experience, have you seen any reliability issues in that regards? (Rather ask an actual owner than a dealer lol)
@@jamesgermain8466 Lexus always been a good engine u will have no problem I driven all the Lexus model there suv is a let down kinda but I’ll say the IS is just like the ES but lil faster and sporty most luxurious 4 door sport car or any are rough but Lexus IS smooth as butter and its quiet in the cabin from the outside noises I own a is300 f sport awd I do want Rwd but I live in a area that snows
@@jamesgermain8466 Sorry for the delayed reply, but no, 14,000 miles in, and it's been great. I am going in for service in a couple of weeks; I am curious how the brakes are holding up after multiple mountain-road blasts. It's been an absolute peach though. No issues whatsoever... unless you count a rattle in the glovebox that was pretty bad for a while, but has gone away on its own here after a month or two. I never figured out what was causing it, might have been my fault for leaving something in there.
It'd be interesting how it compares to the Genesis G70? Nothing will probably touch this car for build quality and reliability. I've felt like this car has enough power and I like the NA but a NA V8 would be nice. The other issue is it doesn't get very good fuel economy. I'm glad you did a review and some comparing to your ISF. This car doesn't get enough respect.
V8 all the things!
G70 seems to be a middle ground. Not quite the reliability of Lexus but you get more of the German performance. I picked up a used low mileage G70 recently and a friend just picked up a new 350 IS F Sport so I'll get to see the comparison.
@@storm14kso, how do they compare?
@@sleepwalker2112 performance wise it's a wide gap. G70 packs more punch than you think. Put it this way. The friend would have had that ISF long ago if they had not been used to riding in my Mustang GT. The Mustang while obviously more powerful would not deter me from the G70. To be honest for old man street jackassery I only miss the sound of the Mustang. I have more fun with the torque curve of the G70. Outside of some sensors that seem to be replaced commonly it's been very reliable. My old BMW would have been in the shop at least twice by now for something more major than those sensors.
I've been loving it much more than my 2019 Mercedes C43 AMG. It's way better built, I can feel a much more tactile feel on the road, also so far no issue which is something that plagued my c43 from the first month. Despite being $20K less than my Mercedes I get way more compliments and looks on my IS350 AWD F sport. The only thing I can knock the IS with is its exhaust is way too quiet and the fuel efficiency is worse than the c43 even though it has 40 less HP than that 3.0TT v6 of the C43. The looks and build quality make me forget this though.
Thanks for sharing! Interesting perspective going from a C43 to this. But I could totally see how the C43 blends in with every other Merc and your new Lexus stands out. Enjoy the car!
The gas mileage is a real issue. I also have an IS350F and my C8 Vette gets better gas mileage.
@@anthonykiedis1765 have you been able to improve the mpg any way? I’m looking into one of these
@@Jackdman25 I was not. Had the car for over 4 years and kept it in eco mode 99% of the time. Even in eco, driving normally, I'd be lucky if I got 18 mpg (50 city, 50 highway).
That being said, I absolutely loved that car and miss it now that I traded it in. If paying a bit more in gas doesn't bother you, it really is a great car.
@@anthonykiedis1765 thanks for the feedback! What did you end up with after that?
6:13, they definitely accomplished that. never thought i’d be 19 with this car 😂
can you do a review on the 2022 is 500 when it comes out. I am thinking of getting that or this car.
11:35 little did he know an IS500 was soon to be announced to the world
Turned in a Red Sport 400 for an FSport 350. Glad I did. With gas prices on the way up, and no end in site under Biden, the 311hp is good for me.
I would prefer it to have a light turbo, making about 350 horses. That would increase the low end torque
And decrease reliability. No thanks. Should only be aftermarket.
supercharger would fit it better imo, simply cus of reliability
actualy i believe they will reveal the V8 model for this car today,based on a instagram post they did yesterday 11AM EST its the time . If its true it will be probably the 470 hp na v8 of the rcf
You called it 👌🏿
Wow they didnt change much of the interior apart from the infotainment system to compare to my is300h from 2014 . if it aint broke dont fix it .
my lexus currently sitting at 140k miles and still feels like new
Pleased car lovers here, between IS350 011 vs IS350 013 which is a better buy , Rugged, has less fuel economy consumption and reliabile ? Please i need an honest answer guys
You must know the canyon very well. You flying through it 👍🏼👍🏼
Love this road!
Great review. Good insight on the transmission. Since Lexus mentioned the IS500 would share the same transmission as this one (AA81E) I was curious how the 350 shifted in sport plus mode. Makes sense it would be slightly tamer than an ISF but should still no doubt be a fun car to drive.
Also what canyon road were you on that had the tunnel? Im just north of LA in Palmdale/Lancaster and need to do a tunnel run in my F 😈.
Great review and hope to see you do one of the IS500!
Thank you! I hope they do some tuning of that trans to make it shift a bit quicker and respond in a more involving fashion. I imagine the hardware is capable of it. As for the tunnel, that would be the Angeles Forest Highway! Accessible from Angeles Crest. Enjoy!
@@EatSleepDrive shhhh ACH Mexico when you record
Late ass reply but the IS500 uses the old IS-F tranny (AA80E). Slightly different than the 81E and a little more archaic. However, it handles power WAY better and, like the 81E, has a bit of a dual personality thing going on but is way more evident.
Hate to be a nerd but I love this stuff.
@@EatSleepDrive these 8 speeds are able to be tuned like dsg's, look it up, search up is350 transmission tune
Can’t wait next week for my IS 350 F-Sport Handling Package 2023 Iridium/ with blk interior !!!! 😀😀😀
Totally enjoying my new ride & getting plenty of compliments ! Just the look on peoples faces when I pull up !!! Priceless !!!
So it is a good car to run to the grocery store, fast food joint or restaurant?
Yep
Seriously toyed with the idea of buying one of these but, in the end, that engine just can't change enough to support the purchase for me. Shame but I bet it'll rip in ISF form, assuming they make that move...
Exactly you can always pick up a used 2 Gen IS350 for way less money and still offers enough power. As much I love my Toyota/Lexus products it’s hard to recommend this same when its using the same engine since 2006.
It's official now, they made the move. But it's not called ISF.
Just bought mine. Have to wait 1-2 weeks for it cause of this chip shortage 😅.. can’t wait tho
Great review as always. I already own a fun 99 Miata 10th anniversary edition and a 3rd gen 4Runner.
This is on my short list for the “comfy daily”
Awesome job bro do one on ES F sport too :)
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Only a 3 mile track lol most tracks are like 1.5 miles
Bananas can be different sizes man. =)
Want to see you in that car in Midwest Winter with Snow Tires! Buddy
Is the Dynamic Handling Package a must? I ask because it's also pricey.
No
There is no real leather aside from the steering wheel. The doors/seats are made of Nuluxe, which is a synthetic material that looks and feels like leather.
have gone through so three lexus’s my old rx hybrid’s real leather got destroyed over its 500,000 miles, I bought my father who trashes his car an nx and the leather is doing well despite having 150,000 miles on it. I kinda like it but it does lack that super soft feel with real leather
@@eruditeeremite7289 bro I hate it when it cracks
They saved the R&D budget on this "new" IS so they could drop the NA V8 back in. I can't complain even though the interior, chassis, and powertrain are ancient.
Chassis is ready for more power. Can't wait for the IS 500.
What road is this,?
Is that a mercedes floor mat
I love Toyota/Lexus
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I like the license plate at 0:28.😂 Nice subliminal personalized plate.
Beautiful car
We agree!
Your comment on snow driving show you’ve not lived in a snowy climate long enough with a rwd car, hell we in nyc know an fwd is better in snow than rwd with the nor’easter
I grew up in the lake effect capital of Ohio. I know a thing or two about snow. Tires make all the difference.
@@EatSleepDrive i beg to differ. fit a fwd toyota camry summer tires and an rwd merc c300 on any day after the noreaster hits, you will need to be towed. anyways im talking from experience of mine and watching others suffer lol. all good though
They moved the cupholders a few inches forwards, and that is why it crushes my currect 2014 IS :P
God I love Lexus.
There’s a rumor of an ISF!
It’s confirmed gonna be called is 500 v8 .
And there's also a rumor about a LCF.
But the IS500 will already be a great machine.
I consider got a new car IS 350 , my new M340i only 3000miles and coolant leaking… now one month later still on the way fixing…. What can I say ……
Uhg, sorry to hear that. 😞
I rented the M340i for three days, the handling and weight didn't make it feel nimble. This car almost weighs the same as your car. Not sure if you want to go get an IS.
Snow tires won’t help you, I kept getting stuck with my all seasons. AWD is a must for snow
Is this better than my 2018 GS 350 f sport? Minus the size.
I own the same car and I would keep the GS bro. The most you would be missing in this vehicle is the updated infotainment system, which can be solved with beatssonic apple CarPlay/android auto radio upgrade. Maybe the dynamic handling package would make it worth the upgrade or look into the IS 500 when it comes out later this year. Just my opinion.
Really debating trading in my 2015 is350 f sport on a new one. Has to have the adaptive suspension though. Everything else I could care less about.
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This will be my first Lexus after owning 7 Hondas. Was originally looking to upgrade to the Acura tlx but after researching and test driving the is350 decided to go with Lexus this time. A shame I won’t be able to run thru that canyon but looking forward to pushing it around here in Virginia Beach
Have you found one ? Also looking
@@nofufu8713 No not yet, the “price adjustment” is astounding due to short supply and the dealer said it’ll take two months to come in once I order. Gonna wait til these prices come down
If you want to drive this in the snow, snow tires will not just fix your issue. Trust me! If you live in the northern states please get the AWD
I disagree, living in northern michigan where we get 200+ inches a year (but admittedly not many steep hills) I conclude that with 4 blizzaks mounted, it is one of the best RWD cars I have ever driven in snow.. but yes physics still applies so eventually you will find your limit.. but that is
And you are not even close about B58 0to60 speed. Otherwise I do like the Lexus luxury feel
The 8-speed is actually made by Aison, which Toyota owns some stake in.
Nice car love my Lexus IS 350 2015
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If this car had 400 hp and better 0 to 60 times close to Supras performance it’d sell insane number ls
Awd isn’t that fun to drive but the Rwd with the 8’speed is allot better.
Not all bananas are the same size, Kurt.... Just sayin'.
That's the joke, mate.
I love your banana man. Size dont matter as long you know how to drive it..
Omg you driving so fast! I’m that road I was scared for you ! Why do I feel your the only person on that road.
Heads up display?
Nope.
I love my 2016 350 Fsport. Prob never sell it
I have one too, but if the IS500 comes out with a V8, then I'm trading him in. :-)
The first generation IS was better than the German competitors without being noticed
The Lexus IS 300 the compatible technology bluetooth navigation backup camera and Apple CarPlay
I just think the red pleather and plastics won’t age well especially when the sun beats it in parking lots daily remember the second gen had melting dashes.
Lastly they should have upped the 4 banger to a 2.5 liter and 255hp 268 torque to compete with Mazda but oh well lovely car
It has double wishbone fnt suspension, which makes a huge difference in handling. But, it needs a supercharger or turbo to really be competitive. The 500 is RWD only and will spin out during even normal driving. Can't buy that car for under 55k because they all have options added.
Trading my is350 f sport 15 for one of those beauties
Enjoy it!
Totally wrong about winter tires on a rwd
Lexus DOES make one with a more powerful engine. It is called the IS 500.
My husband got the white one and red interior 2 days ago its absolutely gorgeous in person my god im so inlove😍😍
Not real leather in there. It’s called Nuluxe.
Mine has 90k+, almost like new. Aged so well
This man knows nothing 🤣 the gtr steering wheel looks nothing like a Lexus steering wheel. And if you drive a rwd in the snow, snow tires are not enough. You don’t live in New York where the snow is 5-9 inches deep
Acura TLX Type S 2022 Super Handling AWD for the Win
Sounds like a frickin v12
I dont know but it seems like it is still a boring car to drive! Lol ive Tested my friend’s when he just got his brand frickn new one in 2016, then compared to with my 09 TL SH-AWD.. my acura was much more fun to drive! But now i drive a grandpa’s car, the RX350🤣
shhhh i got my 08 rx350 trust me at a standstill floor it pedal fully down and see it burn some rubber
Not enough power. 340+ and it would be a cool car.
Lexus is500 with v8 is coming
How bout 471hp?
Literally every comment about EVERY car on the internet.
Only a more powerful v6
2021 BMW 330i has more torque. Economical with 4 cylinders and very reliable now. Faster 5.3s 0 to 100 km/h. Way more fun with turbo and sport oriented. BMW is third most reliable manufacturer!!!
How big is the banana?
That’s what she said
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2nd la's garbage roads, it looks like youre in fallout 4 in some areas