Is the 2015 Lexus IS 250 a good car?
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How do people like the 2015 Lexus IS 250?
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Vehicle
4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A)
Review
I bought the IS to replace my '09 TL SH-AWD which was getting long in the tooth. And yes I lost over 100 hp but the engine and transmission work so well together that the IS 250 is deceptively quick and very responsive. So far, I don't miss my TL. I chose the Atomic Silver with the Red interior and it is definitely one of the best color combinations Lexus has to offer. Based on how I drove my TL, the IS 250 F Sport has plenty of 'real world' power. The IS 350 is nice but the additional 102 hp not necessary to enjoy the features of this sports sedan. 1/13/17 Update - my IS is still rock solid. I now have 26k miles and is a joy to drive everyday. I replaced the tires at 19k miles with Michelin Pilot Super Sports and it handles much better than when I 1st purchased it.
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Is the 2015 Lexus Is-250 safe?
The 2015 Lexus Is-250 earned a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA and "GOOD" ratings from the IIHS in the following caregories: Side Impact Test, Moderate Overlap Front Test Results, and a JD POWER overall quality rating of 2.5 out of 5. Among Edmunds' many tools and resources for finding your perfect car are detailed safety ratings and analysis from NHTSA, IIHS, and JD Power, including overall ratings, frontal barrier crash ratings, side impact tests and crash ratings, rollover test results, roof strength tests, rear crash protection and head restraint ratings, side barrier ratings, combined side barrier and pole ratings, and more.
What options are available on the 2015 Lexus IS 250?
Available Lexus IS 250 2015 Submodel Types: Sedan
Available Trims: Base, Crafted Line
Exterior Colors: Obsidian, Starfire Pearl, Matador Red Mica, Nebula Gray Pearl, Atomic Silver, Breakwater Blue Metallic, Smoky Granite Mica, Ultra White, Black Sapphire Pearl, Tungsten Pearl, Silver Lining Metallic, Black Onyx, Deep Sea Mica, Truffle Mica, Cerulean Blue Metallic, Glacier Frost Mica, Crystal White, Desert Sage Metallic
Interior Colors: Black leather, Black leatherette, Black premium leather, Flaxen leather, Parchment leather, Ecru premium leather, Rioja Red leather, Sterling leather, Stratus Gray leatherette, Ecru leather, Light Gray leatherette, Cashmere leather, Light Gray leather, Black/Scarlet leatherette, Light Gray premium leather, Flaxen leatherette
Popular Features: Alarm, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Auto Climate Control, Aux Audio Inputs, Multi-Zone Climate Control, Power Driver Seat, Rear Bench Seats, Stability Control, Sunroof/Moonroof, Tire Pressure Warning, Trip Computer, Heated seats, AWD/4WD, Bluetooth, Post-collision safety system, USB Inputs, Leather Seats, Upgraded Headlights, Fold Flat Rear Seats, Keyless Entry/Start, Cooled Seats, Back-up camera, Navigation, Blind Spot Monitoring, Parking sensors, Remote Start
Engine/Mechanics: 6 cylinders
Transmission: AUTOMATIC, MANUAL
Fuel Types: premium unleaded (required)
Drivetrains: all wheel drive, rear wheel drive
