Used 2012 Lexus IS 350 Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2012 IS 350, so we've included reviews for other years of the IS 350 since its last redesign.
For the young at heart, no matter your age.
J. Morgan Chapman, 02/02/2017
2011 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
It has the f-sport package
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sport :( or luxury :)
lxhxr, 02/02/2009
2009 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Coming from a 2002 BMW 330ci, the Lexus IS 350 leaves a lot to desire. My main concern is the transmission, first of all they don't even make a manual transmission for the car, second of all, the "manual" shifts with paddle shifters are horribly delayed, it's at least 1.5 seconds when I am driving hard, this defeats the purpose of a high performance car. Even the 02 bmw had faster steptronic shifts. I agree with the quick acceleration and engine smoothness. My second concern is the handling, the car feels heavy when taking turns at +/- 25mph speed. Suspension must be improved a little bit. Aside of those two things I think the car looks great and its got a really nice "classy" interior.
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Should have gone with the 335i
MPS ISO, 02/20/2008
2008 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
I test drove the 335i, G35, G37, Acura TL, and A4. The BMW was easily the best driving car in every aspect, more refined, fluid, and precise by far. I went with the IS because of the reliability for my wife, plus she liked the interior. So far the IS has been in the shop four times for squeaks & rattles. The car handles like a Buick compared to the BMW. The suspension is harsh and the car has needless understeer, always pushing and sliding the front end beyond the intended arc. There really is no feel in the controls (steering, throttle, and brakes). If your near retirment age and want a melow driving exp this car is great. Fit and finish are great and the car does have a strong engine.
So Nice
CoolLJ, 03/12/2009
2009 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This was my second IS 350 purchase. I leased a 2006 IS350 for three years and liked it so much I just bought a new one after looking at BMW, Acura and the GS350. Just can't find a car as nice with both style and performance. It may not be the best in class in one particular aspect but it really is the best all round luxury sports car, hands down.
Fast sporty sedan
Eddy, 02/26/2008
2008 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I came from driving a highly modified Toyota MR2 turbo. I miss the stick, but the smooth powerful acceleration more than makes up for it. The car is quiet, sometimes too quiet and the ride is firm, but smooth. I have around 2000 miles on so far and enjoy every mile of driving this car. I feel so grown up driving this car too!
This Car Rocks!
EbbyLexi, 07/13/2009
2009 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Test drove MB C350, Caddy CTS, Infiniti G37, M35X, Jag XF. All great cars however for me the IS 350 had the most bang for the buck. It is very fast, (5.1 secs 0-60), handling and quality are awesome and Smokey Granite Mica paint with light gray interior is absolutely gorgeous IMO. The ride is a little harsher as the suspension was returned for 2009, however the handling makes up for it and is never too harsh. AND Ive been averaging 25 MPG about 50/50% city/hwy driving. My Infiniti G35C only Avg 21 MPG... I made the right decision, a lot of car for the money!
Best Bang for your Buck!
Ray, 11/25/2009
2009 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I switched from an 03 BMW 530i. Yes I gave up a lot of interior room; but thats it! I gained so much more when I purchased this vehicle. It's faster, more reliable, better looking, fit and finish is worlds apart from BMW. Did I mention more reliable; so long to numerous trips to the repair shop. I am really enjoying this ride!
I love my IS 350!
Kelly's IS350, 11/02/2007
2008 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love this car! It's so much fun, I love the power! I had a 2002 Celica GT before this, with like 140 HP and now I have 309 HP and omg, it's awesome! My Celica was a manual and unfortunately the IS 350 only comes in automatic, which I don't like at all, but the paddle shifter's are ok. I'd still prefer a manual though. The interior of the car is was sold me! I love everything about it! The outside could be more aggressive, but they make body kit's now, so that's what I'm getting. Overall the car is so awesome... so much fun!!
Best little Lexus in town.
Marilyn, 03/03/2024
2009 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have been driving the car since April 2012 I have never had any mechanical problem, I have had 3 accidents 2 my fault but only body damage. Once in the rear, left front, right front so it has a practically new body. $29,000.00 total. It has by far been the best car I have owned. Just turned over 80,000 miles
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2008 IS 350 is awesome!
n8236, 11/18/2007
2008 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The car is Lexus, what else needs to be said. While people complain about the car being too tame, it's no more than an excuse because all the vehicle control systems can be disabled easily with the press of a button. Once that's done, the car is fun as Hell! People who know quality know Lexus is top notch. To love a car is to love the detail, and detail is one thing Lexus pays attention to in every car.