Lexus IS Saloon 2.0 SE 4d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good value given the equipment level and when compared with e.g. BMW.
Costs
Servicing costs appear reasonable but mpg is not so good.
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On the road
Driving
Smooth and comfortable, with good levels of grip.
Performance
Needs more torque low down, otherwise good.
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Living with it
Reliability
New car, but the only fault so far is slight creak from the sunroof.
Image
Have been accused of driving a "pipe and slippers" car - opinion changes when the car is seen!
Comfort
Legroom is poor in the back; front seats could be better.
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Security and Service
Security
Very good, so it seems.
Service
Dealer has been very good so far (Canterbury).
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Creak from sunroof, Small patches of corrsion on rear wheel hubs.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes