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Used 2009 Lexus IS 250 Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

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!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

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.

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4 out of 5 stars

Overall Happy Customer

Trinh, 10/25/2009
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love the IS250 Sport! It has a great look, sporty yet comfortable. Lots a cool features and fun to drive. It's an overall excellent car in its class.

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5 out of 5 stars

Slick... but Still a Lexus

fleetfoot, 10/20/2007
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Had an Audi that was about to bite the dust - thing was an absolute money pit. Fortunately, our other "family" car was a Lexus RX and we've had nothing but a stellar Lexus ownership experience, so when I decided to buy another AWD car, the IS 250 AWD had to be on the list. The car has not disappointed. Handles beautifully, looks good, plush inside and best of all it's a Lexus, so you know build quality and ownership experience will be top notch. Get the nav package (w/Bluetooth and rearview camera) - worth every penny.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

... so far, so good!

IS 4 KC, 04/27/2008
2008 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I just bought my IS250 1 week ago and so far it's been great! I have heard some complaints on how the initial pick up is lagging some, but I have yet to feel inadequate upon "take off". It's a smooth ride and really fun to drive. The navigation system takes a little getting used to-- it's really just a matter of getting the lingo down. I have the tan interior, which tends to get dirty rather quickly, but the perma-plate guard that they put on seems to be keeping the dirt off. The only thing I can complain about is the slightly small back seat (but hey, i'm not sitting in the back!!)and the blind spots. Other than that, I love it!

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