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Used 2009 Lexus IS 250 Sedan Consumer Reviews

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4.5 out of 5 stars

It ALMOST could

sig alph g, 02/19/2009
2009 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful

Coming out of a pickup I realized that it was going to be a small car. However, it rides like a true sport luxury car and with all the creature comforts, i.e., HID, temp seats, navi, etc. I feel it was a good purchase. The ride is a lot better (to me) than a comparable c300, and 328i. Also, the quality of the Lexus is second to none. The interior fit and feel makes a Benz or Beemer really feel entry level. Lastly the power.. I didn't want it for the "power" but a little more "oomph" would have been great, as well, the back seat has 0 leg room. maybe a I250/350L would be good?

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5 out of 5 stars

great car

John, 10/04/2016
2009 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful

I love this car! It rides and handles beautifully. Too bad that over the years Lexus Dealerships have only one goal which is to make as much money as possible. Customer support has deteriorated over the years. This is my fourth Lexus and this car is by far the best. I just wish it was a Honda or Acura so I would not have to deal with Toyota.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Great Car

Paul M, 09/02/2009
2009 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful

Just bought my 09 Lexus IS250 awd and I love it. The exterior styling is very eye catching and the interior is top quality. The seats are very comfortable, the ride is very smooth and you can barely hear any road noise inside. The radio and AC area without navigation is boring but its functional. Could use a little more power but its decent and the car handles very well. Its a very small car so a small backseat is expected. The back-seats aren't usable unless the front seats are pushed very far up, but all around its a great car!

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5 out of 5 stars

Its beautiful, really.

Bhutto, 12/27/2008
2009 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
13 of 17 people found this review helpful

Before buying this I test drove a lot of vehicles, MB C class, BMW 335 and Infiniti, but IS has a different nice good taste to it, more stiff (in a good way) than MB, more stylish interior with same driving experience than BMW, more style than Infiniti (I think). Liked the exterior styling and standard features like fog light, LED lights, turn indicators on the side mirrors, side mirrors are heated too. I am really very very happy with my choice and recommend you all to test drive this to realize what a nice car it is. Its Lexus.

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5 out of 5 stars

Still going strong

DChavez, 07/31/2020
2009 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful

Bought mine used from 1 owner a few years ago. Currently has 119,000 miles. Just had work done on air intake, new spark plugs, and it runs like new. I thought about upgrading to a newer one but why? It’s still a great car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Wonderful car

James, 07/29/2009
2009 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful

We have had this car for a month now and simply love it. The external styling is best in class and the interior is top notch. Every detail is well thought out and the fit and finish is outstanding. I can understand why other reviewers focus on the power, but I consider this car a luxury car that is sporty, rather than a pure sports car. We test drove the A4 2.0T Quattro (used to own an Audi allroad) and really liked it also, but the interior seemed outdated and the engine, although better kick, did not seem as refined as the IS250. And, in the end we didn't want to be in the Audi shop all the time like we were with the allroad. Bottom line, Lexus really did a fantastic job on this car.

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4 out of 5 stars

Overall very good but....

WD, 09/27/2009
2009 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful

All in all a very good deal, I agree with all the positive features mentioned elsewhere. I read somewhere about an annoying noise from the dashboard that starts few months after having the car, and I actually noticed that, it's from the driver's corner of the dashboard, a high-pitch annoying noise that occurs most on unsteady roads. I play music loud while driving and that can masks it, but a real disappointment.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Lexus IS 250 AWD - 2006 technology

alterbear, 01/26/2009
2009 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful

I leased a new Lexus IS 250 AWD after being told that the new model been updated for 2009. Yes, there are some minor styling and other changes, but it's still a 2006 technology platform. For example, the navigation system has no text to speech, no traffic info, outdated maps, poor routing - you could do better with a portable unit for $150.00.

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5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful and amazing

Dixy De Lira, 10/13/2020
2009 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

I am super satisfied with my Lexus, my 2009 IS 250 is amazing and runs like new, I think is a very good car, any car from Lexus is good. Love it so much.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Luxury Sporty car

Eric, 02/12/2009
2009 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful

Good handling, sexy exterior, luxury interior, good pick up.

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