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Lexus IS Saloon boot space, practicality and safety

1999 - 2005 (change model)
Practicality rating: 2.5 out of 52.5

Written by Parkers Published: 6 June 2019 Updated: 6 June 2019

There’s no Euro NCAP crash test rating, but IS a solid and fairly modern design. All models have driver, passenger and side airbags plus ABS. It’s a very secure car – consistently topping break-in tests – with strong locks and a standard alarm. Some owners may also have fitted a tracking system.

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.

Euro NCAP rating

Ratings for this model not available

Equipment and options

Each trim level will have different equipment offerings.
Basic equipment (14)
  • 3x3 point rear seat belts
  • ABS
  • CD
  • Climate control
  • Driver`s airbag
  • Front electric windows
  • Front fog lights
  • PAS
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Rear electric windows
  • Remote locking
  • Side airbags
  • Steering wheel reach adjustment
  • Traction control
Standard Equipment
Optional Equipment
Standard Trim Standard Equipment (9)
  • Alarm
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • CD Multichanger
  • Electric mirrors
  • Headlight washers
  • Heated mirrors
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Lumbar support
Standard Trim Optional Equipment (11)
  • Alloy wheels
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Cruise control
  • Electric driver`s seat
  • Electric passenger`s seat
  • Electric sunroof
  • Full size spare wheel
  • Heated seats
  • Leather seat trim
  • Parking sensors
  • Sat Nav
Limited Edition Standard Equipment (16)
  • Alloy wheels
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • CD Multichanger
  • Electric driver`s seat
  • Electric mirrors
  • Electric passenger`s seat
  • Electric sunroof
  • Full size spare wheel
  • Headlight washers
  • Heated mirrors
  • Heated seats
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Leather seat trim
  • Lumbar support
  • Metallic Paint
Limited Edition Optional Equipment (7)
  • Alarm
  • Audio remote
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Cruise control
  • Parking sensors
  • Partial leather seat trim
  • Sat Nav
S Standard Equipment (2)
  • Alarm
  • Cloth seat trim
S Optional Equipment (3)
  • Cruise control
  • Metallic Paint
  • Sat Nav
SE Standard Equipment (12)
  • Alarm
  • CD Multichanger
  • Electric driver`s seat
  • Electric mirrors
  • Electric passenger`s seat
  • Electric sunroof
  • Headlight washers
  • Heated mirrors
  • Heated seats
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Leather seat trim
SE Optional Equipment (9)
  • Alloy wheels
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • Cruise control
  • Full size spare wheel
  • Lumbar support
  • Metallic Paint
  • Parking sensors
  • Partial leather seat trim
  • Sat Nav
SE Limited Edition Standard Equipment (17)
  • Alarm
  • Alloy wheels
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • CD Multichanger
  • Electric driver`s seat
  • Electric mirrors
  • Electric passenger`s seat
  • Electric sunroof
  • Full size spare wheel
  • Headlight washers
  • Heated mirrors
  • Heated seats
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Leather seat trim
  • Lumbar support
  • Sat Nav
SE Limited Edition Optional Equipment (4)
  • Cruise control
  • Metallic Paint
  • Parking sensors
  • Partial leather seat trim
Sport Standard Equipment (12)
  • Alarm
  • CD Multichanger
  • Electric driver`s seat
  • Electric mirrors
  • Electric passenger`s seat
  • Electric sunroof
  • Headlight washers
  • Heated mirrors
  • Heated seats
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Leather seat trim
Sport Optional Equipment (9)
  • Alloy wheels
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • Cruise control
  • Full size spare wheel
  • Lumbar support
  • Metallic Paint
  • Parking sensors
  • Partial leather seat trim
  • Sat Nav
Styling Standard Equipment (14)
  • Alarm
  • Alloy wheels
  • CD Multichanger
  • Cruise control
  • Electric driver`s seat
  • Electric mirrors
  • Electric passenger`s seat
  • Electric sunroof
  • Headlight washers
  • Heated mirrors
  • Heated seats
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Leather seat trim
Styling Optional Equipment (2)
  • Full size spare wheel
  • Sat Nav

Dimensions

Length 4400mm
Width 1720mm - 1725mm
Height 1405mm - 1420mm
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