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Lexus IS Saloon (1999-2005) verdict

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Parkers overall rating: 4 out of 54.0
Lexus IS Saloon (1999-)
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Lexus IS Saloon (1999-)

Written by Parkers Updated: 15 September 2025

Parkers ratings

Performance

2.5 out of 52.5

Handling

3.5 out of 53.5

Behind the wheel

3 out of 53.0

Comfort

2.5 out of 52.5

Running costs

3 out of 53.0

Green credentials

1.5 out of 51.5

Reliability

5 out of 55.0

Equipment

4 out of 54.0

Safety

4 out of 54.0

Practicality

2.5 out of 52.5

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