Lexus IS Saloon (99-05) - Review Review by Parkers on 01 January 1999 If you fit into Lexus' buyer profile for the IS, you're probably young, affluent and style-conscious. But that was before ex-Rover-driving, sports-casual-wearing Alan Partridge decided to buy one. Image apart, the average buyer opts for IS for its proven reliability and generous equipment. The range was expanded in September 2001 with the addition of the three-litre powerplant and the Sportcross ‘lifestyle estate’ bodystyle. 4 out of 5 Other Lexus reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 2.5 out of 5 Comfort Room in the back for two adults thanks to the transmission tunnel and they won't have loads of room, but those in the front will be fine. Sporting personality means some engine and road noise but this sort of suits it (until you have to do Newbury to Newcastle in one hit). Legroom for rear passengers is a bit tight. View full gallery 2.5 out of 5 Practicality Storage inside is fine, boot is a rather awkward shape and has a relatively small opening affecting ultimate practicality - better to get the Sport Cross estate if that’s what you need. Get a Lexus IS Saloon valuation View full gallery How does the boot space compare? Audi A4 Saloon (00-04) 445 litres Saab 9-3 Saloon (02-11) 425 litres Lexus IS Saloon (99-05) 400 litres BMW 3-Series Saloon (98-05) 300 litres 3 out of 5 Behind the wheel The Lexus stylists didn't hold back when they designed the interior. It's a question of taste: some see it as sporty and dynamic; others find it overblown and a little tacky. Steering wheel doesn't adjust for reach but most can get comfortable and otherwise the driving position is sporty and comfortable. View full gallery Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Lexus IS cars for sale We have 31 models like this for sale. Find Lexus IS cars for sale Previous: Driving & Performance Next: Costs