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Used 2012 Lexus IS 350 Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Still strong at 232,000 Miles!

Montague, 08/13/2022
2008 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I have owned some great cars but this car is the best of them all. I am also impressed with Lexus dealerships. Great over the top service! It is so fun to drive that I look for reasons to travel. I am heading to the rocky mountains tomorrow.

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5 out of 5 stars

Hard to beat the whole package

subdsgnr, 05/01/2012
2009 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This car is the best I've ever owned overall. The only thing I would trade would be a BMW sport suspension, but it's not worth all the frustration I've had with my 535i ($20k more than the IS!). I've had both the 250 and 350. I stuck with the IS350 because I value the acceleration, but the IS250 is really great and sporty with good mileage. The rear wheel drive platform has very precise steering with a firm suspension that still soaks up bumps pretty well. If you like a cushy, quiet ride, go with the ES. BMW, Acura, and Infiniti don't hold a candle to the overall combination of performance, reliability, and dealer experience. There is no better service department than that of Lexus.

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4 out of 5 stars

IS350 better stronger faster!

Richard, 12/07/2019
2008 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

is350 is nice i have owned for 9 months now put 6000 miles on the car I love it!!. Its better than my older 2002 is300 in every way looks,performance, comfort everything.Handles good but has very good pick up i have surprised a few cars on the road with it. My S2000 handled a lot better but they are very different cars... IS350 fun, nice daily driver!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great power, great comfort

Brandon Polk, 11/24/2008
2009 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Bought the 2009 Lexus IS 350 after considering the Infiniti G35, Acura TL, and Nissan Maxima. Loved the quick, agile Lexus and the smooth powertrain. Exterior is a beauty in the Tungston Pearl (silver). Interior has all the comfort of a luxury car with lots of performance and power. I never was much of a driving enthusiast but this car has me looking for windy roads to have some fun. I was on the verge of getting the new Acura but felt the Lexus was more fun to drive.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

My IS-350

Stix1951, 01/15/2009
2008 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love my IS-350. It is fun to drive, comfortable, great looking and handles nicely. The prompt response when needed or wanted is awesome when slipping into manual trans mode. Nav system is to be desired. It has some good points and I used it on several occasions to find my way but the voice recognition is worthless. Audio system is OK but it would be nice to see the track name and not just a number on CDs. Limited rear seat leg room could be a problem but I seldom use it so I deal with it. Memory front seats should be standard, after all, this is a Lexus.

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