Lexus IS Saloon (1999-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Equivalent BMW would cost few thousand more.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Thirsty if used in town! Tyres expensive. Needed to replace all tyres due to mis-alignment at only 15k!

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Smooth; never tiring. Silent.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Lacks 'oomph' until 3000 revs; drive it in 5th gear for motorway enjoyment!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems except CD player failure.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Never tiring; only a 4 seater though.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Lexus Octagon Bracknell are ok, except getting my CD fixed took ages!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    CD player as stated; tyres wore out on outer edges at 15k miles due to mis-alignment!

    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