Lexus IS Saloon 2.0 Sport 4d (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Competitivly priced against BMW 3-series, very easy to specify options (there are only two, everything else is standard).
Costs
6-cylinder. Engine uses more fuel than rival BMW 3 Series 4-cylinder engines.
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On the road
Driving
Very enjoyable and versatile saloon, steering and brakes particularly good. A driver's car that's also easy round town. Low profile tyres a little noisy on motorways.
Performance
Very rewarding in the right environment. Chassis and suspension very well sorted, engine responsive. Would love to try IS300.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems experienced. Very well made and you can feel it.
Image
Well styled exterior. Interior also stylish, but doesn't quite achieve the feel of a BMW 325.
Comfort
Would benefit from memory in driver's seat, otherwise very happy.
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Security and Service
Security
Ideal.
Service
Nothing noteworthy.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
CD skipped once on a bumpy road.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes