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Used 2012 Lexus IS 350 Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

First Impressions

Sport Sedaner, 10/20/2010
2010 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

I just picked up my new IS 350 with Nav and 18" wheels. Love the exterior styling. Tons of options are standard and fully loaded comes in considerably under the competition (328i, A4 and G37). Drove all three, driver feedback seemed to rank out with the BMW and Audi with a very slight edge the G37 was comparable in driving feel. All 4 were nice and decision was tough. It came down to bang for the buck, reliability, and maintenance costs and the Lexus was the clear winner in these vital areas. For the record 2nd choice, BMW 328 or 335i but cost for comparably equipped car was not realistic for me.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

It's a rocket

mathiase70, 04/18/2009
2009 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

I have owned the is350 for 14 days approx... Ok it's a fun car to drive, the paddle shifters are a bit slow, faster on the 335i beemer twin turbo. I test drove these vehicles, CTS, ISF, IS350, BMW335i, Audi S4, C 63 AMG. Like them all. Ended up with IS350 and it's a good practical choice. Fuel economy is above average, comfort is good. Fit n finish this car is an excellent value, picked up the 09' for 7k less than asking price, car is fully loaded, plus 3m invisible shield, tint, nav. No question about it, great value, fit n finish is...? Well let's just say it's a Lexus.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Great Car

Mike, 08/31/2009
2008 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Bottom Line- Ultimate compromise between sport and luxury. Very quick, smooth, glides over nicks and crannies in the road. I spend plenty of time on the road- love the silent ride! On the contrary, when the pedal hits the mat, the engine makes an extremely defined roar. Comfortable as hell up front, not so in the back. If I was at the track every day, 335i would be my choice. If I needed a car that would accommodate my daily driving with comfort and performance- no brainer- IS350. Excellent Audio.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

IS 350

moznick, 01/04/2008
2008 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

Have only put 500 miles on our new black with cashmere interior. Initial observataions: build quality excellent, power dramatic. Interior very comfortable for two in the front seats; I think the back seats are for children only. The placement of the driver's power window buttons is odd and uncomfortable to access, otherwise interior layout is good. Despite the large engine, I have so far averaged 26 mpg for mostly highway driving. That is outstanding! Test drove one with the sport suspension; the wife thought it was much too harsh - there really is quite a difference so you should try both.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

2010 Lexus IS 350

ualboy2, 02/04/2010
2010 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

I just received my Lexus IS 350 that I had special ordered with the Luxury PKG. This car is incredible. It's like driving a high performance cloud. It's so smooth and quiet, but yet you don't have to press the gas pedal very hard to make the car take off like a rocket. The build quality is fantastic, and everything is put together nicely. The interior is high quality. I have to say it's the best car I have ever owned.

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