Used 2012 Lexus IS 250 Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2012 IS 250, so we've included reviews for other years of the IS 250 since its last redesign.
Very pleased with this car
johnc, 10/16/2010
2009 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
21 of 21 people found this review helpful
I've had the IS250 for 2 months now and it's everything I'd hoped. Great looks, terrific fit and finish on the interior--which sold me over the BMW 3 and even the Audi A4. As others have noted, the ride's not as sporty as some others but I'm not on twisting turning road all that much anyway, whereas the comfort and style are always noted and appreciated. This is my 3rd Lexus (RX & GS) and have loved them all.
Just what I wanted
webworm, 03/28/2012
2012 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
31 of 32 people found this review helpful
Had it now for two months. A trip to Florida quickly put 3300 miles on the odometer. The surprise is gas mileage. I have averaged 25+mpg overall, and the Florida trip averaged 33mpg! I would say performance is good, but it takes a heavy foot to get the revs up there for excellent acceleration. I drove a BMW325 while looking. I do not detect any better response at all while driving, and the interior quality and technological features are not even close to the IS. BMW reliability is sketchy at best, and am not interested in that. I am very satisfied with my IS!
Love it!
DrNate, 10/29/2010
2010 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
What a great car - very smooth ride, fantastic sound system, extremely comfortable. I've run out of superlatives to describe it. Tried the IS 350 for its bigger engine, but the handling was way too stiff and the road noise was annoying, I don't miss the extra hp. The BMW was spirited, but to get everything that came standard with the 250 would have cost another $5K or so.
2018 REVIEW- STILL the best car ever!
Eric Rayel, 07/02/2017
updated 07/06/2021
2009 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
24 of 25 people found this review helpful
This particular year (2009) of the IS250 is stellar. All we can say is it still looks great, handles great in all weather and we have have zero issues with it. We have always maintained it at a Lexus dealership so that helps. Drove it 1,000 miles cross country and then had it shipped to my son- STILL no issues other than maintenance. Bought another Lexus, this time NXT200 and have been very happy with it.
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Great mid-size sport sedan
jlandry, 11/10/2009
2009 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
I chose the IS250 over BMW 3 series and Audi due to superior interior fit and trim. Lexus interior finish is by far higher end than BMW finish at a more affordable price point. Obviously the 250 could use some more power, but you can get that in 350 and the 250 gets great mpg. Combined hwy and cty mileage averages about 26mpg. I get 31mpg on hwy. The audio and nav system is superb. One drawback is not being able to program the nav system while the vehicle is moving. Bluetooth is clear. Dashboard instrumentation layout is very sporty and provides quick reference for temp, tire pressure, mpg and distance to empty. Paddle shifters are nice touch and add some sportiness to daily drive.
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