Lexus IS Saloon 2.0 SE 4d (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
All the gadgets are great, luxury car feel to the interior.
Costs
Servicing & parts very dear. Drinks fuel.
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On the road
Driving
A little to much body roll on cornering. Scarey on roundabouts in the wet.
Performance
It's Japanese - You have to rev it to make it perform. But picks up very well on motorways and overtaking etc.
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Living with it
Reliability
6 CD questionable operation. Fuel gauge intermittent. Knocks from front end suspension.
Image
I like it, sleek and stylish, it's individual and unique.
Comfort
Bucket seats are a bit narrow to be comfortable on long journeys.
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Security and Service
Security
Never tested (touch wood)
Service
60,000 mile is a very expensive service!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Runs very hot, smell of hot exhaust after long drive.
Other
x6 CD player, fuel gauge, front end knocks all dodgey.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes