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Perfect Marriage of Luxury and Sport
Birdman46077, 05/10/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
32 of 33 people found this review helpful
Full disclosure: I am an engineer with 20+ years of quality experience, so I am very picky. This car is the perfect marriage of luxury and sports car. The build quality is very apparent, both inside and out. It is extremely quiet and smooth, although the suspension is a tad stiff on rougher roads. The paint is absolutely beautiful. Picking a color is the toughest decision, once you decide to buy. The engine will not impress true sports car enthusiasts, but I think Lexus hit the nail on the head by combining "very good" performance with "great" gas mileage. I'm getting 28 MPG consistently.
Just gas and oil
Justin Wasserman, 07/21/2016
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
19 of 19 people found this review helpful
I've owned by IS 250 for 8 years now and I have literally only put gas and oil in it. Nothing has gone wrong. I do the various required maintenance (at 30K miles, and so on), but it's been a great car. The dealer just wrote me a letter asking if he could buy it back and I honestly can't come close to being able to replace the car with something half as nice for the same price. It's a keeper.
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Best car I have ever owned
tony3434, 05/27/2014
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
35 of 37 people found this review helpful
My 5th car. This one has been by far the most reliable and pleasant to drive. Not one single issue. I wish the seats folded and that it had Bluetooth. Everything about this vehicle is solid. Tire issue but that can be avoided. Factory alignment will make the insides of your tires wear in half the time but there are shops out there that will align it so the wheels are not angled out as much. I average 27 mpg. Max has been 29mpg. If you really tone it down, 31 mpg hw. These figures are obtained by resetting the trip odometer and then dividing the number of gal it took to refill. I am not that tall so the car fits me great. 5 people in the car is a squeeze but not that bad.
2008 IS250 with manual transmission
ardinos, 10/27/2013
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Very good torque throught the manual gears, especial 1 thru 4; holds turns very well; easy to handle/steer - good wheel feel; powerful breaking; and still quite, espec. when touring; AND signif. more power to the rear wheels than the automatic. But ... nothing like the MT in my 1994 Lexus ES300. I had many problems with IS manual trans. After buying IS250 as CPO with only 2k miles, all kinds of MT came up: the worst being the flywheel was warped and I could get the car to move away in 1st from a stop -smoothly and with no jerkiness. It was maddening; had to argue and convince Lexus to take it seriously. Finally, 13,000 mi later, they replaced flywheel, which showed hot spots throughout.
Best Car Ever!
jim, 05/18/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I have owned this car for a month and this is the best car I have ever owned. I have owned 40 cars in my life and have driven everything. This car is light years ahead of them all. I drive all over the country and experience all sorts of driving conditions and believe me, this is the car to drive. I would recommend this car to anyone who wants economy, luxury and sport wrapped in one package.
Good all around
crackerfarmboy, 03/17/2011
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
14 of 16 people found this review helpful
I've been reading all these reviews complaining about the ride quality. That's due to the Potenzas from the factory. I replaced mine with Continental ExtremeContact DWS tires and the ride quality is 1000 times better. Also, buy a car with low profile tires, they WILL get damaged...on any car. This car is getting close to three years old and gets driven hard about 80 miles per day. It doesn't have a single rattle, squeak, or any other flaw. It has been perfect since day one. The engine definately needs more power. This car has decent power, but for the $42K that is costs, it should a lot more. The interior comfort and design are outstanding.
IS250
canderson3, 03/06/2011
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for three years, and I love most everything about it. It's a great car, and I hope to drive it for a long time. My only complaint is the decreased visibility when backing up or changing lanes.
A few quick facts
Morten, 12/29/2009
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
17 of 20 people found this review helpful
Pros: fun to drive, especially in mountains and through curves as it really hugs the road; good gas mileage (25mpg city and up to 35mpg highway); very comfortable front seats - even after 12 hours of driving; small turning radius - making it very handy. Cons: cramped rear seats; excessive road noise; front tires wear unevenly; bumpy ride; lacks a little power; poor paint quality.
I love my 2008 LEXUS is 250
Anthony Perez, 07/02/2019
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Man ... LEXUS is just great. My 2008 LEXUS feels like a 2016. I call her Alexys. She’s white & I paid for a aftermarket front and new headlights so it looks like a 2016 & I did the body kit and everything with some rims & the black roof top. Lol when I drive my girl, she’s beautiful inside and out. I still look back at her when I get out the car & leave her. I love her so much I over exaggerate with pressing the lock button. Lol, but yeah. I’ve had for like 3 years. I’ve done about 20k miles a year which is horrible but more of a reason to keep her than get another car & I never had a problem. All I’ve ever done was change the oil & put my 91 premium gas. Great car & very reliable. If you would like me to say a con ... the only con I can say. Is I wish it was faster, I wish had a better acceleration but that’s okay I guess.. it’s truly a comfortable & luxury car. It’s worth to hook it up, if that’s what your heart desires.. eBay is the way to go.
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expect better from Lexus
yogidog00, 09/29/2014
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
13 of 18 people found this review helpful
I have a 2008,bought it with 75k. I now have with 99k miles. The navigation system went out, 1800 dollar repair. You need the screen to control A/c radio etc. Touchscreen just stopped responding one day. For a luxury vehicle electronics should not break after 6 years. At 99k started to overheat, mechanic said there was a crack in the engine head. this vehicle was babied. If this was a kia or lower end car I could understand, but this is a more expensive vehicle because we expect better build quality. If your going to use the same quality standards as a Ford or Kia then don't expect top dollar for your products. The dealership told me the nav system is very common to break.
Identity Crisis
JC, 10/22/2010
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
Despite the sporty exterior and a willing chassis, the car is not a sports sedan. It's let down by the whimpy engine, an unresponsive throttle and a transmission programmed by someone from the Prius team. But with the bumpy ride, it can't be a luxury car, either. The car delivers excellent gas mileage for a V6. It handles well, thanks to the firm suspension, summer tires and RWD. Steering is quick but numb. Interior uses top notch materials. Quality of assembly is very high, both inside and out. It's reliable but not completely trouble free. Expect to pay a premium for service at the dealer. But their technicians are no better than those at typical Honda or Toyota dealerships.
Buyers Beware
Kristin, 03/25/2010
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
When I first bought this car I loved it. 2.5 years later and about eight tires later I wish I had been warned! Even with the tire protection insurance I've had to bring in it about every two months for a new tires, just the time spent alone fixing them is severely annoying. It's also a little cramped (if you're tall), and seems to dent pretty easily (had a big ball of snow and ice fall and crush in passenger side door, luckily it was only $200 worth of damage). It's a shame because the interior/exterior are beautifully designed and the all wheel drive handles wonderfully in the rain and snow! If you live in an area with no potholes by all means purchase!
What a car....
biggs89, 10/10/2007
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Do not test drive it unless you wanna bring it home that night. I'm serious. I went into the dealership just to check out pricing and test drive it, then spent the next couple hours figuring out how I can afford the payments. It was that easy. Smooth, smooth ride, very quiet, nice stereo system, and paddle shifters when you want that manual tranny feel. Leather is so soft, and vented seats a nice touch. Real fun to drive. Get looks from many people as I drive by.
Best Car In Its Class
Emily, 10/16/2007
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I test drove every car in this price range and the Lexus made my decision so easy! It comes with many features in the base model that other cars you pay extra for (like 6 CD changer, iPod adaptor, sunroof, leather, premium sound, smart key). I got the base model because I felt like it was already very loaded. It handles so smooth and tight. My previous car was a 330i BMW and there is no comparison. My BMW had the premium package and still was not as loaded as the base model Lexus.
Can't wait to change!
alexandre Vieira, 08/04/2010
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Very comfortable ride, for a small car. I've had it almost 2 years, no major problems. Front wheels, a lot of dust brakes. I'm 6'3", so I need a lot of leg room to drive. There is only enough room for a small kid to ride in the back seat behind me. Why does this car have such a big trunk but no space in the back seat? Every time I reverse, the wheels squeak so much, I don't have even 10,000 miles yet. I've been using plus gas, anything higher is a waste of money. Many times, I smell something overheating from the clutch, it has been checked by the dealer, they found nothing. The service at the Lexus dealer is too expensive, for oil change, basic service, etc. I go to Toyota, it's cheaper.
Smooth, quiet, quality, fun to drive
Natroth, 06/10/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Brief: a medium sized high technology, luxury sports car which will have 1 or 2 people in it most of the time. I researched and drove BMW, Audi and Mercedes before settling on Lexus. I was upgrading from a SAAB convertible. To compare the cars, you need to spec up each car equally, which I did. The Lexus is the best value by many thousands of dollars. The car is a powerful, smooth quiet ride if that is what you are looking for. My average speed around Sydney is 38 kph so top end performance is nice to brag about but not a decision maker. Add an extra year's warranty and a world rating of most reliable car and you have some very good reasons for buying an IS250. It exceeds the brief!
Good overall Lexus
EJ, 06/07/2009
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is not a bad car at all setting aside from numerous dealership visits within the 25k miles I have clocked with this vehicle. The engine is very smooth, quiet yet not as powerful as I would like, even with the manual transmission. The down points for this car is various suspension noises & horrible manual transmission/factory flywheel combo. At about 5000 miles, the manual transmission had to be replaced. Right after, various TSB's were performed for interior noises & passenger side front A-Pillar head air bag cover was replaced. Now I hear clanking in the suspension area when going over any type of bump or road imperfection. Also, interior plastic clips are getting loose which make noise.
To many expensive repairs
Dan, 11/08/2017
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
The engine had to be repaired which doesn't speak well of the engineering. However, it was a recall and paid for by the dealership. But I have had to replace the mother board at the cost of $2,000.00, the brake calipers which locked up, it leaks fluid on my garage floor and now they say I need all new axles.
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Brakes
ok suk, 10/05/2009
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I also had a problem with my brakes. When I back up the brakes squeak. With less than 10000 miles I'm sure it's not the brake pads. If it is, I would be disappointed. I enjoy the smooth ride. The cabin is tight, power is acceptable & the gas mileage is excellent.
This car is excellent
tom didonato, 06/21/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have owned 7 BMWs, and currently own the 325xi. The Lexus does not have the reputation of BMW but trust me this is a great car. It is fun to drive and incredibly comfortable. Navigation, and sound system as well as ventilated seats are distinguishing features. I went to Lexus because their dealerships are second to none and their cars have earned the reputation as totally reliable. If this car gets 25 more horses and a slightly larger back seat it will surpass BMW. This is a sweet car for the money.
Excellent choice without navigation
Barry, 06/02/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great car packed with amenities, exceptionally smooth driving, fun to drive in manual mode with paddle shifters. I recommend the all wheel drive version for superb handling. All controls such as audio, climate and navigation are easy to use with the touch screen. Very economical on gas 22.8 city driving and 32.5 on a short 200 road trip. My only complaint is the navigation system, I don't feel it is Lexus's place to decide when I or my passenger can use the system, it greys out and can't be used while in motion no other automakers that I'm aware of do this. IMO don't buy the navigation sysem until Lexus changes their policy.
Love.
Amanda, 04/12/2010
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
In the course of trying to decide on a car, I also considered the BMW 3- series. The Lexus surpassed BMW in it's combination of reputation, reliability, look and feel. BMW is not as eye-catching (I actually really hate the newer body style), nor as comfy inside. I find myself smiling in traffic for no reason because I love it so much. Barring any unforeseen problems with this car, I may be buying Lexuses for the rest of my life. I have the Nav & Luxury packages and love all of the features. I was lucky to find a CPO FULLY loaded with low miles and in my colors (black/black).
Not Happy
mujs33, 06/20/2015
updated 06/22/2018
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
I have owned 3 Lexus's my fist was a 2003 is300 i absolutely loved that car. This car however i don't care for as much. I have had many issues with this car, first the airbag harness cost me 2500 due to a airbag light, the second my rear passenger axle went bad "cost me 1000" now my exhaust has a leak and it's loud and the door trim is coming off and the window makes a loud noise and is slow when you roll it down. No more IS's for me unless it's the 300 again. The interior is smell im 6ft and it just not that comfortable. I like the way the interior looks but like i said unfortable. I have to push the seat all the way back and all the way down to get where i want and no head room. Update: sold my lexus burning 2 qts of oil a month when i sold it. Def not happy about it but it never broke down on me. This is250 was def not like my is300 or my es330.
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Not satisfied
Not customer any more, 03/01/2018
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
Dash board is made of poor quality material. Many of owners are complaining, that they have cracks, because of hot and cold weather. 2.5 6 cylinder engine has poor MPG. Rear seats area has poor leg room. Extremely poor customer service.
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It's not a sports car, but it's a great car
ocnelson, 03/31/2011
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
17 of 36 people found this review helpful
If you're looking for a sporty drive, go with the 350 or G37. If you're like me, the lead in your foot has been replaced by maturity, this is a great car for you. Bought this car 15k miles ago with 35k miles. It is my first "luxury" car but I've driven all the competition (bmw, g37, tl, c300) Comfortable, looks great, feels great, and the nav makes life easy. The interior is a tight fit so if you are using the back seat all the time for passengers, pass on this one. But if you only use it on occasion then the back seat will do. If you're sitting in the front you'll be comfortable, you'll be pleased with the look of the interior, and you'll find the touch screen easy to use.
6-Speed Manual is Great
jthoms22, 10/03/2011
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
8 of 17 people found this review helpful
Have seen some bad reviews of manual trans - I think it is excellent through the first four gears, with just 5th and 6th being a bit rope-a-dope to get there. And the manual really makes the engine come alive. Also, i am comparing to a 2008 328i BMW, and a 2004 Honda S2000 - Honda the best obviously, but I would say IS 250 trans better than 328i.
Worst car I ever had
RA, 05/21/2010
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 11 people found this review helpful
This is without a doubt the worse car I ever had; can't wait until the lease is up. The visibility is horrible. I can't see where am going, specially if you are trying to back up. The low profile tires are horrible, I have spent over $1500 on tires and the car has less than 15,000 miles. You feel every bump on the road. Terrible ride.
More Than I Expected
O.J., 08/17/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Family member already has an ES, so Lexus was on the list. But never expected to get so much for so little. Matador Red Mica with Beige interior (upgraded with perforated leather, heat/cool seats/woodgrain finish) stands out in a crowd. Car has a strong mix of sensual looks combined with solid performance and unmistakable luxury inside and out. A solid performer for a daily driver and certainly worth the money. Better looking than BMW, better performance than Mercedes, hands down winner over Acura. Looked at every other car but this one. Have not regretted this decision one bit.
Very practical
car enthusiast, 07/07/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is not my type of car, but I must say it's great for a luxury sedan. To start off with some negative points, it lacks on acceleration and power, rear legroom can be a problem, and the steering is a little too light. What I liked about it is the electronic gizmos and its great styling inside and out. It also has a good fuel economy. And it seems like I find out about a new hidden feature everyday.
Sweet deal
phast, 11/21/2007
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I can't say I've ever owned a BMW or Audi (though I have driven them), so take note. I can say, however, that I love the IS 250 AWD. Looks great on the inside and the outside and drives well too. It may not be the 500HP BMW M5, but it has zip and the handling is phenomenal. The fuel economy is a bit on the low side, at about 22MPG for my driving. In extended highway driving (even avg. 90MPH) I've gotten the avg. up to 27.5mpg, so I think that the 26MPG # is a bit low. No complaints so far... except that it's too damn much fun to drive.
Hot fire.
DS, 06/12/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I just got this car as a graduation present and it is amazing. I used to drive a New Beetle so i'm used to smaller cars. This is the perfect size, has amazing handling, and the GPS/nav is worth every penny.
Lexus Quality
micphatty, 07/06/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We have only owned our IS 250 AWD for a few weeks and we love it! Smooth ride, superb styling inside and out, plenty enough horsepower, outstanding sound system, and not to forget, Lexus service... Initially we were concerned with the tight back seat; however, it is more than enough space to accommodate our little one around town. You will definitely get noticed on the road when riding around in this sporty sedan!
Class that the others do not have
Class, 07/26/2009
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
When I decided to purchase a pre-owned car I was looking at the class above the IS 250. I was looking at the Lexus gs, BMW 5 and audi a6. When my sales rep showed me the is 250 I fell in love with the way it looked. It has class that none of the others has. I traded in my 3 and after 27 days driving this car you can not compare the two. IS 250 is a perfect blend of fun and comfort...the BMW was fun only.
IS 250 AWD
classact, 02/17/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I just bought this car. Styling, leather seats, radio, all creature comforts are great. Do not buy this car if you do not like the ride and feel of low profile tires. The ride is bumpy on the highway, and I can feel every uneven road surface and pothole . I'm very disappointed with my purchase. A 10 - 15 minute test drive was not enough time to get the true feel of this car.
All Show No Go
Bob A. Booey, 07/09/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Test drove the car right after I test drove a BMW 328 so I knew what I was getting myself into when I leased it. The ride, luxury, sound system, quality, and amenities are all Lexus. The get up and go is all Corolla. The interior and exterior are extremely sharp. The luxurious interior and incredible audio system will help you feel better about the slow ride from 0- 60.
Yes and No
Chum, 12/07/2009
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Well, at first it was all YES. The car design is awesome, very sporty. The interior is excellent, love the leather. After having this for exactly a year now, I am looking for another vehicle. Yes the car is nice and No it's not a practical car. I was used to the VW Jetta TDI, I miss the 45+ mpg. Great car, I just need something that fits me.
Awesome
LexusLover, 06/14/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Superb handling, awesome looks. What more could I ask for? My only complaint is the... wait, I don't have any!
great car
tomato, 07/24/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a good car, although a bit underpowered compare to other competitions ( Acura TL/Infiniti G35 ) the design of the interior/exterior is high quality, handles great, very smooth and quiet. Back seat is a bit small but i have no problem fitting 2 regular adults in the back. Overall excellent car for daily commute, very comfortable and smooth ride.
Love it!!
Jenny, 08/17/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My first Lexus was the 2000 RX 300 AWD SUV, my 2nd was the one I traded for this IS, it was a 2006 RX 330. It was a lengthy decision process for me to figure out if I was ready to leave my love of SUVs. I made the right decision! I love this car! I'm saving a load of money due to it's great gas mileage! This car is the most fun to drive out of every single car I've ever driven.
My New IS.
newISowner , 08/19/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
So I finally got my IS. I was looking into getting a new car but was really stock on which car I should get. I test drove the Audi A4, BMW 3 (4 door) and also the Infiniti G35s. Honestly, they are all pretty close in all areas. Got a loaded 250 with nav, Bluetooth, back camera heated seats and all for well under 400! 380!
Nice Ride
Chainhosa, 06/30/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought my fully loaded Lexus IS250 with Xpack a few days ago. The driving characteristics of this car are wonderful. The same level of quality, comfort, and technology you would expect from Lexus with the added "pop" of a sportier car. I evaluated this car and a BMW 3-series and this won out easily - quality, ride, and efficiency. The BMW has better engine sound but you can add F-accessories to the IS if you really need the sound. Handling is better on the IS. Fuel economy is wonderful in the 25 range which is excellent for a spank'n new car and fairly aggressive driving. Smokey Granite Ext and Light Grey Int is a sharp look. I love the car will drive it for year
Well pleased
MONI, 03/27/2009
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
So pleased with my car. Sleek, sharp eye catcher! I keep her clean, no rain hits my baby. I love the design, the metallic paint is awesome and there is a ECT button you hit if you want more speed and power. Driving on the interstate is great. Quiet cabin, Mark Levinson stereo system.
Tight Car
Alpha, 06/04/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
The IS 250 handles tight around corners, accelerates great on highway. A bit of a delay from a stop, but kicks in real nice, with a sweet hum. The nav got some bad reviews, but I think its great. If you get the nav, take advantage and learn the voice commands! Interior is top quality. Love the leather (a/c seats), and how the dash isn't curved out. It's flat so front has good leg room. Saw some complaints about rear seat room. If you plan on ppl sitting in the back a lot, then you probably need a mini-van! Back seats are actually comfortable, but small with leg room. The exterior is the best! Lines are smooth where they should be and hard to give distinct Lexus style. Front is mean $ stylish!
Sexy lexy
JS, 05/09/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Smooth ride, very mature looking car. Factory Body kit adds a nice touch to it, Get the factory xm tuner box if yours doesnt have it for a clean and invisible footprint. It interfaces with the touch screen. All the wires are waiting for it! Save yourself the $900 installation cost if you are someone who isn't afraid of d.i.y and the plastic christmas tree panel clips :) Uses premium gas, but not a guzzler.
Navigation & Tires
Bob, 07/26/2010
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
We leased our IS250AWD in December 2008. The navigation system is superb, we prefer it over the navigation in our Acura TSX because it signals a beep tone when turn a is approached so there's no confusion. One significant drawback for this model are the Low- Profile tires.We live in the Northeast in a larger City where pot-holes are common. In the first seven weeks we had to replace three tires due to bubbles on their side (irreparable damage, not under warranty). We estimate that over a three year lease period we replaced ca. a dozen tires on this model. Low profile tires might be suitable for a smooth rural road in the south but are not suitable for towns like Boston, N.Y. or Philly.
Big Disappointment!
truth, 10/26/2009
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
My wife and I have been leasing an IS250 for 2 years. It is very hard for me to decide where to start my review of this car since it has been the worst car I have ever experienced. We fell for the good sporty looks and the large screen navigation system it has. Unfortunately the joy ended after a few days of driving it on the road in real life. Let me tell you, this car has the worst ride you can imagine. You feel every pebble on the road. After a long ride you literally feel nauseated. We both are only 5-6 tall and we still feel cramped in this car. The seats are small and it is very difficult to find a comfortable seating position in this car. The wind noise is really bad too.
Don't drive it if you don't want to buy
Aven, 09/19/2007
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 11 people found this review helpful
Bought this car a couple of weeks ago. Love it to death. Quite, smooth, and have great fun of driving. I went through BMW 3, G35, Lexus absolutely is my right choice. Don't drive it if you don't want it. I repeat, do not drive it, if you are not ready to own!
Like driving a swan
Kasha Knishes, 05/27/2009
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
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A friend says I look like I'm driving a swan. Lovely Princess Shinjouku is Starfire Pearl, with Cashmere leather. Shinjouku is not nearly as ergonometric as my beloved Volvo, Lars (murdered by a Sequoia driven by a fool who ran a redlight at 80+ mph.). And the design is not as evolved. Doors & trunk drip inside when opened. I'm very agile, but have trouble getting out of the car. The car feels heavy, and the doors have the most amazingly precise and plush sound when they close. I cannot use the sound system. It hurts my ears. I bought for Prestige/reliability/safety/cost to own/beauty. Shinjouku is definitely beautiful: the prettiest Lexus yet. Just wish it were safer and quieter.
2008 IS 250 RWD
Bean Counter, 08/26/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
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First of all, is a 250, not a 350. I understand there is a minimal acceleration when I purchased the vehicle. I dont EXPECT power or complaint lack of HP. If I did want HP, I spend another 4k. Vehicle engine is smooth; hardly notice any gears shift. Take turn with barely any body roll. Handling feels light and responsive and braking are good for a 250V6. Interior design is good, does not look cheap, except for the dash board. Lots of gadget available with the vehicle options/no options. This is a compact sedan, adequate interior space unless youre 6+ ft. then gets something bigger. Overall, 250 for luxury commuting w/ great comfort and safety.
Sexy, Sporty, Smooth Ride
Jessica Gwinn, 01/08/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
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Perfect daily driver. Quick, quiet, nimble ride. All-leather cabin is sumptuous and extremely comfortable. Much nicer than BMW in this price class.
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