Lexus IS Saloon (1999-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Good value given the equipment level and when compared with e.g. BMW.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Servicing costs appear reasonable but mpg is not so good.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Smooth and comfortable, with good levels of grip.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Needs more torque low down, otherwise good.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    New car, but the only fault so far is slight creak from the sunroof.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have been accused of driving a "pipe and slippers" car - opinion changes when the car is seen!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Legroom is poor in the back; front seats could be better.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very good, so it seems.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Dealer has been very good so far (Canterbury).

  • 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