I disagree! I think this is 2nd lol the q50 still looks better and was ahead of its time . No way am I comparing life span/ reliability. We all know Lexus/ Toyota kills in that area . But the q50 is sexy af 🤷🏾♂️ just my opinion
If Lexus continues to build this car for another 5-10 years, I would not be disappointed. In fact, I would buy this IS over any German car or any of the other competitors 100%. Build quality is immaculate, it's comfortable, it has an amazing 3.5L V6 (it's a dinosaur of an engine, but build to last,and N/A so a dying breed), the exterior is top notch in terms of style, and it's Lexus, it's built to last forever. Plus the interior is so refreshingly simple with all the buttons and knobs with the luxury features you still want. Goos job for keeping this car, Lexus :)
@@TonioD49 probably a smart decision, easier to clean the blue. With black cars you see every little imperfection lol. Looks fantastic when it's clean, but when it's not the dust is visible up close. Still love it.
I just bought a ‘24 IS350. At my age, it’ll probably be my last car so I got it loaded. The Mark Levinson does real justice to Symphony of Destruction. 😊 And it’s one of the best looking sedans on the road. And the V6 is terrific!
My opinion, it is plenty fast for the average person. I am a believer in the fastest car is not always the best car. I am a huge Lexus fan and appreciate how they operate as a company on multiple levels.
I bought this car 5 days ago. I got $10,000 price down so I feel lucky. I am sure any car dealer can make price down. I LOVE infrared. I bought this car because I fell in love with the color. I am proud of my car 💜 💜 💜 Thank you for uploading!
The build quality is absolutely fantastic in these Tahara made Lexus. I chose cloudburst grey with circuit red for my 23' is350but infrared looks real sharp!
Visually it’s the most beautiful car out there! However the update we would like to see is a turbo 6 putting out minimum 375HP and 350lb ft of torque…….
A refresh would probably be a bad thing looking at what Toyota has done. You probably won't have a V6 in a refresh which would be a sad thing. I have a 2018 Camry XSE V6 and that motor is amazing. Just my humble opinion.
I want a Lexus so bad not only for the reliability but this might just be my area there isn’t many of them so I don’t want the same old charger or Camry I want something unique
No it’s not mandatory to use, but for someone like myself who uses a streaming service, what’s the point of a CD player, when it won’t ever get used by some people? It should be an option at the least.
I have a G37X sports car with a vibrant red exterior. I bought it in 2013, and the color is still brand new like I bought it. I love this car, but the brand Q60 was terminated. So, I plan to buy this Lexus IS AWD next year. Thank you for your review, I plan to buy this car to replace my best Infiniti, bro.
I didn’t buy one in ‘22 bc the price for a car that isn’t very fast for the price point and the car is like 15 years-old bran new. They need to shove the v6 biturbo into it. They need to update the car. I just can’t see the reason for the price so I got a WRX 6speed instead for like $15k less.
Toyota/lexus are number one in reliability and maintenance shouldn’t be but an oil change a year. Aside from tire replacements and other routine maintenance. But a warranty can also help with piece of mind. They are very reliable and cheap to keep on the road.
Don't need an LED for a turn signal. LED headlights will be expensive to replace, which is fine, but you don't need to pay top dollar for a turn signal.
@@MasterPo-gf1ci LED bulbs are not really that expensive, you can find a lot for maybe $50, obviously more expensive. But not bad for the much improved visibility.
@@BrosFOURRSpeed I’ll probably choose: 1. Atomic Silver/ Rioja Red 2. Infrared/ Caramel 3. Red Matador/Caramel I am undecided. Which one will be the best choice? Thanks for your advice
The IS 350 F sport design is 10k less. It doesn’t have the performance suspension but still does really well. I have one as a daily driver and love it.
Best looking 4 door right now.
It is sharp!
And the oldest.
@@MercOneand best
I disagree! I think this is 2nd lol the q50 still looks better and was ahead of its time . No way am I comparing life span/ reliability. We all know Lexus/ Toyota kills in that area . But the q50 is sexy af 🤷🏾♂️ just my opinion
@@bazz6012Hmmm, not sure about that but hey everyone likes what they like so no argument here! 😊 now IS is behind in tech so point deduction there.
If Lexus continues to build this car for another 5-10 years, I would not be disappointed. In fact, I would buy this IS over any German car or any of the other competitors 100%. Build quality is immaculate, it's comfortable, it has an amazing 3.5L V6 (it's a dinosaur of an engine, but build to last,and N/A so a dying breed), the exterior is top notch in terms of style, and it's Lexus, it's built to last forever. Plus the interior is so refreshingly simple with all the buttons and knobs with the luxury features you still want. Goos job for keeping this car, Lexus :)
Glad that's what you'll enjoy!
literally just bought this car last week. caviar black
How are u liking it??
@@listenup3955 I love it
I had a choice between caviar and ultrasonic blue both with red interior. I love the caviar but I went with the blue.
@@TonioD49 probably a smart decision, easier to clean the blue. With black cars you see every little imperfection lol. Looks fantastic when it's clean, but when it's not the dust is visible up close. Still love it.
I just bought a ‘24 IS350. At my age, it’ll probably be my last car so I got it loaded. The Mark Levinson does real justice to Symphony of Destruction. 😊 And it’s one of the best looking sedans on the road. And the V6 is terrific!
Congrats! It's a cool sedan!
I love the Mark Levinson sound system. I play lots of symphonies, try Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet, Dance of the Knights. It will blow your mind.
I have this car in iridium, 2022, with the F sport exhaust. Absolutely love it and appreciate the build quality and reliability.
is it fast? For a new driver?
I just upgraded to the 2023 from a 2018 is300. Feels like im in a similar car until i turn it on and press the gas. This thing can move
My opinion, it is plenty fast for the average person.
I am a believer in the fastest car is not always the best car. I am a huge Lexus fan and appreciate how they operate as a company on multiple levels.
@@drugyn I drove the IS 300 with 261 HP and the 350 with 311 HP. I could not tell any appreciable difference. The 500 on the other hand, is very fast.
I really love the color and I can buy this car.
CD player is a nice touch.
I like it. I hope they keep it for another ten years.
Yeah they probably will
I bought this car 5 days ago. I got $10,000 price down so I feel lucky. I am sure any car dealer can make price down. I LOVE infrared. I bought this car because I fell in love with the color. I am proud of my car 💜 💜 💜 Thank you for uploading!
Congrats! It's a sweet car!
Once this car has powerfold mirrors and ambient lighting I’m in!
Yeah those would be nice!
Love the black rims with this color. Gorgeous car.
Yeah this one was sweet!
They aren't black, it's something else better. They look amazing. My car has gloss black wheels and they don't look like that
It’s a smoked out chrome color ❤ they shine bright
Got it in white last week. Love it
Nice! Solid car to buy!
The build quality is absolutely fantastic in these Tahara made Lexus. I chose cloudburst grey with circuit red for my 23' is350but infrared looks real sharp!
Glad you enjoy it!!
Tail light looks really sick. Not a fan of reds but it looks ok
I love the cd player. I hate all the technology in cars today. And I hate how car companies are switching to turbo four cylinders
Just got this car two weeks, invoice price,in infrared, and I love it. It's a sexy sedan, for sure.
Nice way to go!
Visually it’s the most beautiful car out there! However the update we would like to see is a turbo 6 putting out minimum 375HP and 350lb ft of torque…….
Yeah I think they could make the engine more powerful.
Cool that you can still play those plastic frisbees for music
haha yeah Lexus like to keep the CD players alive!
The coolest, most beautiful, reliable, and expensive car is Lexus, this is the body, respect Lexus, no word
It's a cool sedan!
Cd player & 3.5 liter V6 engine in todays vehicles I'm bought & souled
Old school for sure!
I have the red too so happy with it !!
Nice!
Love this!!
Great car!
A refresh would probably be a bad thing looking at what Toyota has done. You probably won't have a V6 in a refresh which would be a sad thing. I have a 2018 Camry XSE V6 and that motor is amazing. Just my humble opinion.
We'll have to wait and see.
Awesome, I am definitely getting a new 350f but will wait for the 2025 model. I currently have the 350is, not f and I can wait until next year.
Right on!
I have the same exact car in Ultrasonic Blue Mica 2.0 with white interior 🔥
Sweet!
My dream 4 door sports sedan. I hope my means permit me to buy one in the future. 🙏😭
Keep working hard towards it!!
Beautiful car, i been an Acura fan but rn this is has it beat
Lexus Europe refuses to offer this masterpiece. Why didn't my ancestors move to the USA? :(
Oh wow. We've had this for a while!
I want a Lexus so bad not only for the reliability but this might just be my area there isn’t many of them so I don’t want the same old charger or Camry I want something unique
That’s cool!
I’m 6’1 and really like this car. Would I be comfortable driving it due to it being small?
You’ll have to test drive one to see how you feel! It could work.
Can you imagine the is500 in manual?
That would be fun!
Would be the perfect car for its class
👍🏻 🚘 Good review
Thanks! 👍
Lexus Malaysia does not bring in the new IS and the big LX600 SUV, but recond versions from Japan will be made available.
That's interesting!
I don't get the CD player complaints, using it is not mandatory.
No it’s not mandatory to use, but for someone like myself who uses a streaming service, what’s the point of a CD player, when it won’t ever get used by some people? It should be an option at the least.
I thought Mazda has the best red paint. But Lexus is kinda kicking the mazda door with this infra red color
Yeah this color was awesome in person!
I have a G37X sports car with a vibrant red exterior. I bought it in 2013, and the color is still brand new like I bought it. I love this car, but the brand Q60 was terminated. So, I plan to buy this Lexus IS AWD next year. Thank you for your review, I plan to buy this car to replace my best Infiniti, bro.
I didn’t buy one in ‘22 bc the price for a car that isn’t very fast for the price point and the car is like 15 years-old bran new. They need to shove the v6 biturbo into it. They need to update the car. I just can’t see the reason for the price so I got a WRX 6speed instead for like $15k less.
We'll have to wait and see what's next!
Hey does anyone know if there are any major repair cost before you hit 300,000 miles? I want to buy but maintenance scares me
Toyota/lexus are number one in reliability and maintenance shouldn’t be but an oil change a year. Aside from tire replacements and other routine maintenance. But a warranty can also help with piece of mind. They are very reliable and cheap to keep on the road.
Are those INCANDESCENT taillights? What year is it???!!
The year is in the title 😂
Don't need an LED for a turn signal. LED headlights will be expensive to replace, which is fine, but you don't need to pay top dollar for a turn signal.
@@MasterPo-gf1ci LED bulbs are not really that expensive, you can find a lot for maybe $50, obviously more expensive. But not bad for the much improved visibility.
do they need antenna on the roof? it’s 2024
Yup, all vehicles with navigation or tech like that, need the fin.
Does it have wireless phone charging?
Not that I saw!
When the 2025 IS 350 F Sport will be available? Will it be an EV?
Probably later this year, I doubt it’ll be an EV. Toyota/lexus aren’t pushing for EV’s, it could be a hybrid though.
@@BrosFOURRSpeed I’ll probably choose:
1. Atomic Silver/ Rioja Red
2. Infrared/ Caramel
3. Red Matador/Caramel
I am undecided. Which one will be the best choice?
Thanks for your advice
@@Siuyendiana color is really a personal preference! Just depends on what you’ll enjoy seeing everyday!
Does this have heads up display?
No
If I didn't show one, then it didn't!
2024 is350. 5k down and 3 year lease. They offered me $692. Worth it?
No
Depends on if you want the car and if it's going to be something you enjoy driving!
Why not?
The window chrome trim I thought already deleted for 350 f sport in the 2024 year model?
What do you mean deleted?
Only the appearance package gets the smoked out chrome like all the IS500 do but it should be on all is350 too 🤷♂️
@@BM-og1yxthat’s a separate package it’s called the blackout package and includes the dark rims, don’t think this particular model has that
No wireless charging?
Bruh the whole interior looks like it was made in early 2000s. Forget Wireless charging lol
No, it doesn't have that.
Is this a small car? Would someone 6’2 fit in here comfortably?
Possibly, you’d have to sit in one to see how you feel!
Any news about a mid-cycle refresh or how many more years this car will be offered?
I don't have any of that info! I would assume a refresh or redesign is in the works!
Mid-cycle refresh lol. The car is already 10+ years old and has had more than one facelift. Too funny.
@@MercOne 😅😅
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Thanks for checking out the video!
This thing desperately needs an interior refresh.
I'm assuming 2025 will be all new!
I want a 350 but I don’t like the fsport styling I never did
My old 2006 is350 going 0-60 in 4.5 second ...The newer Is are slower 😢
Probably weighs more now tho
13 mpg in sport mode for is350 less for the is500.. and 17mpg in eco mode. I work for lexus and drive one and I tried getting 20. Doesn't happen lmao
Just stating what Lexus puts on the window stickers. It’ll vary from car to car..
Disappointed the rear turn signals are incandescent…
That's Lexus/Toyota for yah
Interior looks about 5 yrs old. That cheap clock
Well this is still the old IS. A new one will probably come out soon with an all new interior
Interior looks surprisingly cheap compared to bmw/merc
Yub, hate the screen sticking up in the middle. Looks cheap and ugly!
to bad they just did not make it more sporty
They have the IS500 for that
This old car again?
😂😂😂 you again
56k 😢😢😢
Not the cheapest car
The IS 350 F sport design is 10k less. It doesn’t have the performance suspension but still does really well. I have one as a daily driver and love it.
And the biggest question how much is it?
I mention that in this video..
56k msrp? It keeps going up. The is500 is only 4K more. Screw this thing.
For a base IS500, this model had around $10K in options.
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Thanks for checking out this review!
So not all of them come with a carbon fiber spoiler?? I got the handling package
I’ve never reviewed one that I remember having a carbon fiber spoiler. I’ve filmed a lot of them too.