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Used 2009 Lexus IS 250 Consumer Reviews

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4.75 out of 5 stars

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!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

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.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

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.

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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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5 out of 5 stars

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.

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