Picked up my 2018 iS350 Fsport 3 Last Wednesday. White w Red Interior. Mark Levinson system is a beast!!! I have never had so much fun driving a car in my life. I love it!!! Great vid btw. Cheers!
For real when I came out of the grocery store today. this car was parked next to mine. It looks better in person than it did on the video . this is a sharp car indeed. Enjoyed the video as always
My 2016 IS350 AWD F-Sport is the most comfortable and enjoyable daily driver I've ever owned. The worst part is that the atomic silver paint is so damn good that any scratch drives me insane.
Jon the Pilot I have atomic silver as well on my 17 300 AWD. I can say that the paint scratches very easily. This was true of most of my recent Lexus cars.
Super review Drew !! I'm loving the 2018 Lexus IS 350 F Sport one powerhouse of car .. thank you as always buddy that's why I love your channel Jose P.
As always, spectacular review, Drew! Lexus' IS sure is a very bold, mature and sleek looking sedan with perfect proportions. Also, I like how you included a pros and cons section in your video. It definitely adds another dimension to your review. Well done! Like always, DriveAndBeDriven will be staying gold! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
getting mine soon! glad to see she doesn’t delay & I’m sure an nice exhaust will help with the ideology of horsepower :,) thanks sending you all blessings #2021
Carlos Sanchez he’s taking a state board exam idiot, so most likely he majored In something that pays good money and will be able to handle both payments, mind your dam business trying to come at him.
Carlos Sanchez thanks for your concern. Once you get back pain and neck pain you know who to call. Your payment to me will be going toward this car. thank you in advanced. ;)
Although they have made some improvements, Lexus really need to get a V6 Turbo option. Bmws 340 with the inline 6 turbo and Infiniti Q50 with the 3.0T engine is way more fun to drive. I think the is350s 0-60 time is some what of a joke. Although they did a great job with the interior etc, they need to step up the performance in order to compete.
I make $105k a year. I know I’m not rich- far from it- but I know I make more than most people do in this country. With that said, it’s beyond my understanding how those who make less than me- the majority- somehow fit these expensive cars into their monthly budget. Do they own a home, do they save for their kids, save for their retirement etc?
Ben V people someone who makes 1M a year may drive less expensive car than you do and be thinking the same thing about yourself from his perspective. So who cares?
Who cares? The reason why we care is because of all the national debt this country carries. Living well beyond one’s means and we see that from household to household. From massive credit debt, college loans, defaulting on housing and the list goes on. All for the sake to pretend to be something we’re not and by driving something, for example, that we shouldn’t. All of this debt carries a price and it’s not just one or two of us. One or two of us isnt the reason we’re trillions in debt combined. That’s why we care. If there’s a millionaire out here who drives something cheaper than I do- then good for him or her- because he or she understands priority. They care. To throw your hands up and simply say who cares just add to the economic issues this country continues to face and fixes nothing. But hey, keep driving this Lexus you can barely afford to impress people who don’t give two shits about you and enjoy renting for the rest of your life.
Get out your feelings in your bias opinion , everyone has their own dreams & aspirations some own expensive cars some own cheap cars DO WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY !
Nitpicking the front fascia.. but the headlights just remind me of the Scion tC.. and the "L" shape led light shouldn't be that separated from the main headlight cluster
I was suprised getting walked by one of these, from 3rd through 5th gear on the freeway he always pulled on the top end hard, passed me both times at about 110, as I shift into 5th, I pulled away away in 3rd slightly, but he reeled me in, 2 good runs though, 98 hatchback full jdm type r swap b18c.
I would not say eco gets you better gas mileage at cruising speed. I have a GS Fsport and drive for work. Multiples times I’ve done 10 mile stretches on highway and no difference when cruising. It regulates the throttle so your only going to save gas when taking off or pushing pedal. I LOVE my Lexus and watching this because I’m think of an IS rather than my GS. Bigger guy and family of 4 so I don’t think I reduce the cabin space.. 👍🏼👍🏼
I want this car so bad now! I currently drive a 2015 Toyota Camry XSE V6 that I bought new in 2015 which I love & has been super reliable as expected, but this car would be a nice improvement & have been wanting a Lexus for a good time now. I would defiantly get the Mark Levinson Audio as I always listen to music in the car & want the best sound quality possible. The audio quality in my Camry sounds OK at best, but wished it sounded better. I also really want cooled seats, I have heated seats in my Camry, but tried out the cooled seats in a couple of Lexus' at an auto show I went to last year & they're amazing! Saw one of these cars in person the other day & they look better in person. I'm not sure if I'll ever buy one or not, but it's currently the only new car I'm interested in.
I'm probably gonna end up buying a used 2017 IS200t f-sport in gray with the red leather. I might get it as early as next week if it's still available. I've been seeing quite a few on Autotrader well equipped for under $30k with low miles & my brothers probably gonna buy my Camry which works out perfectly cause he needs a new car.
@@rex-bb6nb Yes I did back in September 2018, but replaced it 21 months later in June 2020 with a white on red 2016 GS350 F-Sport. My IS was a great car & the turbo 4 was quiet & powerful enough, but needed to go back to a bigger car. I sometimes miss my IS, but I love the GS a lot more than I thought I would. I see very few of them compared to the IS since they were a slow seller sadly. The GS is much more luxurious with over 30 more features than my IS with a better ride & even better handling & the V6 is a huge improvement over the turbo 4. My IS had the standard audio system which sounded good enough, my GS has the Mark Levinson which sounds noticeably better.
It's definitely an awesome car, the design and shape of the car are excellent, the driving dynamics are on point and it's definitely an eyecatcher, *BUT, there are also some negative aspects* like *...WHAT IN THE BORING INTERIOR COCKPIT DESIGNER IS GOIN ON...* with these *"NOKIA 3310/3410" like BUTTONS AND GREEN LIGHTS WHICH DOESN'T EVEN FIT AT ALL.* The cockpit console at the center doesn't fit to the outer design in my opinion. I'm an interior design student beside architecture and interior design and I would have designed the console or the cockpit in general differently, more chic and elegant so that it matches the outer design of the car as well. It doesn't look as futuristic as the car looks from the outside. *Another aspect...* is the GPS- or navigation system.. I mean come on. It's a bother to look down, while being busy and keeping attention to the surrounding area, for a better view of the direction you're driving or want to drive. *The association for car and driver safety recommended as an advanced safety precaution* , that it would have been better, if the viewing way from the windscreen to the gps/ navigation system, would not be too long. Even looking down, could cost a life. That's why many car companies developed the tablet look alike gps/ navigation system and the virtual gps/navi system behind the steering wheel, to not even move your head to the left or right side (depends in which country and which side you drive a car). *In addition to that point,* I would also note that the material of the cockpit are rather *cheap looking.* *I mean you put so much effort for the majestic interior design of the LC model* *(even though you forgot to add a car assistant (male or female voice)* *who welcomes you when you get into the car or get out of the car or a voice and face recognition system for increased theft protection, but that's another story and another feedback I'll give when I've more time))* The black cheap plastic looking cockpit can't even be changed if you choose another interior color of your seats, that's so old school and not futuristic at all I mean you could have put more effort and envelop the cockpit in leather with some changable wood or carbon looking highlights (customers choice if he wanna have some wood or carbon looking highlights). *LAST BUT NOT LEAST.... THE IS CRASHTEST WAS HORRIBLE IT DIDN'T EVEN MADE IT IN THE LIST OF THE SAFEST CAR. WE DON'T JUST NEED A FUTURISTIC LOOK BUT ALSO A CAR WITH A FUTURISTIC SAFETY SYSTEM IN GENERAL... DAMN* *I love LEXUS you are great, but it can get from being "GREAT" to being "THE BEST" and to become a "WORLD CLASS LEADER"* *I'M ONE OF THE STRICT REVIEWER, LEXUS OWNER, BUYER AND CUSTOMER YOU NEED TO IMPROVE AND TO DO BETTER.*
Chris Herrera i had a 2016 Honda Accord touring, which is the same identical car as the 2017, and I recently traded it in for a 2018 is350 F Sport. The accords transmission is very sluggish and lazy. Shifts way to slow and Honda purposely has it set up to shift hard just to give you a sporty feel to it. Which it doesn’t. If anything it’s annoying. The Accord also has a horrible turning radius, the android Garmin system becomes really slow and laggy over time and let’s not get into how easily that shiny interior scratches up. I loved my Accord but that transmission was a massive softy.
riccccccardo that funny. I almost bought an Audi over the IS 350. Called a few VW / Audi mechanics. All said the Audi will be in the shop frequently and be speedy to service and repair.
joel cleare long story I bought two #Audi b7 2.0 TFSI cars both around 80 to 88,000 miles and both had oil chain/follower pump failures setting me back £20.000 and years of debt I’m still paying for now I’m soooo angry if only I knew about Lexus back then like I know now. blackstar4000.wordpress.com/2017/03/20/audi-oil-chain-pump-failure-resulting-in-engine-death-twice-audi-a4-tfsi-2-0t-b7-model-issues-since-2015-to-2017/
>This will likely be my last ever Audi vehicle maybe Bro...if I were you, I would have sworn off Audi and all of VW group products forever after the first oil chain pump failure. You went back for a 2nd time and got burned again, and now you're saying you'll "likely" and "maybe" never buy another Audi again. I think it should be more like "never" and "never" and "absolutely never" buy another VW or Audi again, LOL. Now you understand why the greatest luxury is a car that doesn't fuck you over like the Audi did.
Fluctuation something like this I want if I had the money I just found a great car on Auto Trader: www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201805216715976
I have a 2015 IS350 F-Sport in this same color and I love it. However, it needs a DCT, he says it shifts fast but I've had it for 2 years, and there is a noticeable amount of shift lag. Other than that it is great, I'm glad they made the display a little bit wider in this model! Lastly, he is right everything in the car is so quiet which is awesome, have the defrost on full blast and you cant hear it.
TheMalachi9495 got same car. It need more torque or to lose 3-400 pounds... quick and real fun to drive though. It’s made exact same power since 2006 so kinda lame in that sense. But I love it.
Hi, I'm stuck between a 2018 c300 benz or lexus IS300 F sport, which do you believe would be the right decision? test drove both and still can't decide.
I have a 2016 C Class and might be moving to the IS 350...or 300. I love the benz but the seats are tiny....and I'm only 5.4. My issue with both is the trunk size. The technology on the radio on the benz is awful....there isn't even a scan button for the radio! lol
If this were a BMW, which one do you think the IS350 AWD F-Sport most resembles in terms of power and performance? I know it's not as powerful as a 340i (the B58 is a beast of an engine), but is it sort of halfway between the 330i and the 340i?
elusivellama you need to test drive both. They drive remarkably different. I bought the Lexus over the BMW due to ride quality. Lexus IS smooth as silk. The BMW is a rougher ride.
the IS350 competed with the 335i when it was out before they bumped the power for the 340i, if you want power on demand go for the 340i, if you want the best handling the IS350 would be the way to go. imo you can supercharge the IS350 and it becomes as fast as the M3/M4
Thanks for your review! I drive 2014 Lexus IS 350 F Sport and it is one of the most comfortable car I have ever had a chance to drive :) ruclips.net/video/a0Q4fOWlxwg/видео.html
ian dubria Acura TLX is a rebranded last gen Accord with the option of SH-AWD. It's still FWD setup with a transverse V6 that hasn't really been updated in a while. In other words, it's an old econobox family sedan with outdated tech and a slightly nicer interior. The A-Spec model is pure profit, it's just some fake exhaust tips, extra badging, new wheels and some other shit. Honda thanks you for wasting your money on an Acura. The Lexus IS350 may be in need of an update, but at least it's still RWD architecture. The V6 engine actually got a significant update for 2018 (switched from the 2GR-FSE to 2GR-FKS) with dual injectors, integrated exhaust manifold, upgraded oil sump, lower friction pistons and some other stuff. RWD models get a limited slip differential.
The 2018 IS350 F sport GCC spec in Dubai from Al Futtaim has LEDs in the interior. Same thing with my 2015 LX570 Sport Titanium DA Plus, however some '15 LXs don't have them.
blazegamefame yah that’s true I don’t really like how they did the front for the new ones that’s why I chose the 14 I think it looks way better the only think I regret is that the 14 doesn’t have that big display like the new ones do
Lexus will give you better styling, better reliability & decent performance and Audi will give you better performance and better AWD system for comparison.
It would be a great looking car if it weren't for that ugly hideous grille. I'm surprised Toyota hasn't made the whole fucken hood a grille. I was going to trade my 2012 for a new one but I can't stand to see the fugly grille.
Picked up my 2018 iS350 Fsport 3 Last Wednesday. White w Red Interior. Mark Levinson system is a beast!!! I have never had so much fun driving a car in my life. I love it!!! Great vid btw. Cheers!
How much did you pay
yea the mark levinson system is amazing one of the best in my opinion
Fsport 3?
Experience update?
One of the best non bias reviews man. Most of these people complain. This guy actually talks about the car. Crazy!
For real when I came out of the grocery store today. this car was parked next to mine. It looks better in person than it did on the video . this is a sharp car indeed. Enjoyed the video as always
unjaded2 ya my friend picks me up in this car all the time it’s amazing
Not much has changed with the IS 350. Great vehicle, fast enough, the interior and ride quality is great!!
Just took my 2nd generation IS to dealer, and they had a gorgeous new IS in black. They are definitely much better looking in person than on film.
I’m still driving my 2008 is350. These cars are just fun! A great daily driver. With that being said watch out for potholes 🤣
Nice naturally aspirated option with 2.0 turbo increasingly prevalent. Pros and cons a nice addition.
My 2016 IS350 AWD F-Sport is the most comfortable and enjoyable daily driver I've ever owned. The worst part is that the atomic silver paint is so damn good that any scratch drives me insane.
Jon the Pilot I have atomic silver as well on my 17 300 AWD. I can say that the paint scratches very easily. This was true of most of my recent Lexus cars.
Is the maintenance and repair cost expensive? I’m thinking about getting a Lexus or Infiniti
Danny Wood what maintenance? Ur talkin top 5 most reliable cars
Darren Chen so Lexus cars rarely have any issues?
Danny Wood until like 300k at least same for infiniti
Boi had Lil Wayne bumping through those speakers 💯
Props to Lexus for squeezing out an extra whopping 5 horsepower out of this engine.
Super review Drew !! I'm loving the 2018 Lexus IS 350 F Sport one powerhouse of car .. thank you as always buddy that's why I love your channel
Jose P.
As always, appreciate the support Jose!
Great Review! Lexus is definitely my favorite manufacturer as of right now. They make so many awesome cars like the LC500 and the RCF.
Isaiah Martinez its crazy how that wasnt always the case, lexus has made a very noticeable improvement over the last couple years
Isaiah Martinez lexus is great but they need to make a twin turbo v6 for their smaller vehicles instead of stickin in camry engines
As always, spectacular review, Drew! Lexus' IS sure is a very bold, mature and sleek looking sedan with perfect proportions.
Also, I like how you included a pros and cons section in your video. It definitely adds another dimension to your review. Well done! Like always, DriveAndBeDriven will be staying gold! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Thanks!
getting mine soon! glad to see she doesn’t delay & I’m sure an nice exhaust will help with the ideology of horsepower :,) thanks sending you all blessings #2021
The rear cam is really crisp. Nice one.
One of, of not the most, well designed Sedan in it's class. Highly thinking this to be my first car to purchase once I pass State Boards.
dbnoche2 same
dbnoche2 you should pay your student loans first lmao
Carlos Sanchez he’s taking a state board exam idiot, so most likely he majored In something that pays good money and will be able to handle both payments, mind your dam business trying to come at him.
Carlos Sanchez thanks for your concern. Once you get back pain and neck pain you know who to call. Your payment to me will be going toward this car. thank you in advanced. ;)
Pretty new to your channel. I like all the different shots you take and how well you present. You got a new sub! Keep up the good work and stay gold 👊
Thanks!
Really good review my guy sh*t it’s hard to find a good review of the is your doing good man do more 🙂
Thanks!
Very detailed review thanks!
Although they have made some improvements, Lexus really need to get a V6 Turbo option. Bmws 340 with the inline 6 turbo and Infiniti Q50 with the 3.0T engine is way more fun to drive. I think the is350s 0-60 time is some what of a joke. Although they did a great job with the interior etc, they need to step up the performance in order to compete.
Are you sure the 2018 lexus is350 f sport a limited slip differential?
Great Review
I make $105k a year. I know I’m not rich- far from it- but I know I make more than most people do in this country. With that said, it’s beyond my understanding how those who make less than me- the majority- somehow fit these expensive cars into their monthly budget. Do they own a home, do they save for their kids, save for their retirement etc?
Ben V people someone who makes 1M a year may drive less expensive car than you do and be thinking the same thing about yourself from his perspective. So who cares?
Who cares? The reason why we care is because of all the national debt this country carries. Living well beyond one’s means and we see that from household to household. From massive credit debt, college loans, defaulting on housing and the list goes on. All for the sake to pretend to be something we’re not and by driving something, for example, that we shouldn’t. All of this debt carries a price and it’s not just one or two of us. One or two of us isnt the reason we’re trillions in debt combined. That’s why we care. If there’s a millionaire out here who drives something cheaper than I do- then good for him or her- because he or she understands priority. They care. To throw your hands up and simply say who cares just add to the economic issues this country continues to face and fixes nothing. But hey, keep driving this Lexus you can barely afford to impress people who don’t give two shits about you and enjoy renting for the rest of your life.
Get out your feelings in your bias opinion , everyone has their own dreams & aspirations some own expensive cars some own cheap cars DO WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY !
You make more than most people in the country? Lmfaoo stop my stomach is cramping up
you're saving for their retirement...profundity...
Nitpicking the front fascia.. but the headlights just remind me of the Scion tC.. and the "L" shape led light shouldn't be that separated from the main headlight cluster
Cool review. Spot on.
Thanks!
I was suprised getting walked by one of these, from 3rd through 5th gear on the freeway he always pulled on the top end hard, passed me both times at about 110, as I shift into 5th, I pulled away away in 3rd slightly, but he reeled me in, 2 good runs though, 98 hatchback full jdm type r swap b18c.
Grow up
@@Mike-cz2yw😂
I would not say eco gets you better gas mileage at cruising speed. I have a GS Fsport and drive for work. Multiples times I’ve done 10 mile stretches on highway and no difference when cruising. It regulates the throttle so your only going to save gas when taking off or pushing pedal. I LOVE my Lexus and watching this because I’m think of an IS rather than my GS. Bigger guy and family of 4 so I don’t think I reduce the cabin space.. 👍🏼👍🏼
great review sir.
Thanks!
I want this car so bad now! I currently drive a 2015 Toyota Camry XSE V6 that I bought new in 2015 which I love & has been super reliable as expected, but this car would be a nice improvement & have been wanting a Lexus for a good time now. I would defiantly get the Mark Levinson Audio as I always listen to music in the car & want the best sound quality possible. The audio quality in my Camry sounds OK at best, but wished it sounded better. I also really want cooled seats, I have heated seats in my Camry, but tried out the cooled seats in a couple of Lexus' at an auto show I went to last year & they're amazing! Saw one of these cars in person the other day & they look better in person. I'm not sure if I'll ever buy one or not, but it's currently the only new car I'm interested in.
I have a 2015 Lexus IS250 f-sport and white I purchase new I looked at the Camry's they are very nice but I'm way happy with my Lexus
I'm probably gonna end up buying a used 2017 IS200t f-sport in gray with the red leather. I might get it as early as next week if it's still available. I've been seeing quite a few on Autotrader well equipped for under $30k with low miles & my brothers probably gonna buy my Camry which works out perfectly cause he needs a new car.
@@DisneyMusicVideos did you end up getting it?😂
@@rex-bb6nb Yes I did back in September 2018, but replaced it 21 months later in June 2020 with a white on red 2016 GS350 F-Sport. My IS was a great car & the turbo 4 was quiet & powerful enough, but needed to go back to a bigger car. I sometimes miss my IS, but I love the GS a lot more than I thought I would. I see very few of them compared to the IS since they were a slow seller sadly. The GS is much more luxurious with over 30 more features than my IS with a better ride & even better handling & the V6 is a huge improvement over the turbo 4. My IS had the standard audio system which sounded good enough, my GS has the Mark Levinson which sounds noticeably better.
@@DisneyMusicVideos wow thanks for the detailed response boss. Wasn’t expecting anything since your original comment was 4 years old!
Great luxury car. Does it have a smoother ride than Mercedes C class?
I love that song! Also Nice video!!
Thanks!
Drew you are funny.
Great review. I appreciate you listing the pros and cons.
Thanks for the review!
Is 350 vs is 250 what’s the difference between the two models?
Great review! Test driving one this week. If it can't fit 2 sets of clubs in the back we might have to move to the ES.
Could you fit the two sets of clubs?
@@suddendeath6594 Thanks but I got another C Class. I asked this over a year ago :-)
The Lexus badge on the steering should be in chrome like the early IS350s.
It's definitely an awesome car, the design and shape of the car are excellent, the driving dynamics are on point and it's definitely an eyecatcher, *BUT, there are also some negative aspects* like
*...WHAT IN THE BORING INTERIOR COCKPIT DESIGNER IS GOIN ON...* with these
*"NOKIA 3310/3410" like BUTTONS AND GREEN LIGHTS WHICH DOESN'T EVEN FIT AT ALL.* The cockpit console at the center doesn't fit to the outer design in my opinion. I'm an interior design student beside architecture and interior design and I would have designed the console or the cockpit in general differently, more chic and elegant so that it matches the outer design of the car as well. It doesn't look as futuristic as the car looks from the outside.
*Another aspect...* is the GPS- or navigation system.. I mean come on. It's a bother to look down, while being busy and keeping attention to the surrounding area, for a better view of the direction you're driving or want to drive.
*The association for car and driver safety recommended as an advanced safety precaution* , that it would have been better, if the viewing way from the windscreen to the gps/ navigation system, would not be too long. Even looking down, could cost a life. That's why many car companies developed the tablet look alike gps/ navigation system and the virtual gps/navi system behind the steering wheel, to not even move your head to the left or right side
(depends in which country and which side you drive a car).
*In addition to that point,* I would also note that the material of the cockpit are rather *cheap looking.*
*I mean you put so much effort for the majestic interior design of the LC model* *(even though you forgot to add a car assistant (male or female voice)* *who welcomes you when you get into the car or get out of the car or a voice and face recognition system for increased theft protection, but that's another story and another feedback I'll give when I've more time))*
The black cheap plastic looking cockpit can't even be changed if you choose another interior color of your seats, that's so old school and not futuristic at all I mean you could have put more effort and envelop the cockpit in leather with some changable wood or carbon looking highlights (customers choice if he wanna have some wood or carbon looking highlights).
*LAST BUT NOT LEAST.... THE IS CRASHTEST WAS HORRIBLE IT DIDN'T EVEN MADE IT IN THE LIST OF THE SAFEST CAR. WE DON'T JUST NEED A FUTURISTIC LOOK BUT ALSO A CAR WITH A FUTURISTIC SAFETY SYSTEM IN GENERAL... DAMN*
*I love LEXUS you are great, but it can get from being "GREAT" to being "THE BEST" and to become a "WORLD CLASS LEADER"*
*I'M ONE OF THE STRICT REVIEWER, LEXUS OWNER, BUYER AND CUSTOMER YOU NEED TO IMPROVE AND TO DO BETTER.*
How much it cost the maintenance comparing a not luxury vehicle?
Damn for $50,000 I can buy two brand new Toyota Camrys
Jason Robbind yea see how many girls compliment your Camry
Nick Caesar the. We Camry interior is pretty amazing seems better than the Lexus
I would rather use my bike than driving a Camry
Wolf 1st world problems & makes you sound like an a$$.... somebody I def want to hang out with. Nah Bro!
Faderificism good joke
Like other commenters are saying, car looks better in person.
I drive the 200T with the 8 speed, hate that transmission! Really want the 6 instead.
Nice,, personally I went with the is300 turbo 2_ lighter, better all around fun, luxury, daily driver mpg :)
Nice, but hard to listen to.
Must you sound like a 60s AM radio DJ?
wtf? the interior is some sort of a joke or something? it cant be an interior of a 2018 car let alone lexus!!
2017 Honda accord touring 0-60 in 5.7 seconds. Much better fuel economy at a cheaper price. Better looking too!
Chris Herrera i had a 2016 Honda Accord touring, which is the same identical car as the 2017, and I recently traded it in for a 2018 is350 F Sport. The accords transmission is very sluggish and lazy. Shifts way to slow and Honda purposely has it set up to shift hard just to give you a sporty feel to it. Which it doesn’t. If anything it’s annoying. The Accord also has a horrible turning radius, the android Garmin system becomes really slow and laggy over time and let’s not get into how easily that shiny interior scratches up. I loved my Accord but that transmission was a massive softy.
I love this car
That display is set so far back?
When I have money definitely want a Lexus one day hate my Audi nothing but problems
riccccccardo that funny. I almost bought an Audi over the IS 350. Called a few VW / Audi mechanics. All said the Audi will be in the shop frequently and be speedy to service and repair.
joel cleare long story I bought two #Audi b7 2.0 TFSI cars both around 80 to 88,000 miles and both had oil chain/follower pump failures setting me back £20.000 and years of debt I’m still paying for now I’m soooo angry if only I knew about Lexus back then like I know now. blackstar4000.wordpress.com/2017/03/20/audi-oil-chain-pump-failure-resulting-in-engine-death-twice-audi-a4-tfsi-2-0t-b7-model-issues-since-2015-to-2017/
>This will likely be my last ever Audi vehicle maybe
Bro...if I were you, I would have sworn off Audi and all of VW group products forever after the first oil chain pump failure. You went back for a 2nd time and got burned again, and now you're saying you'll "likely" and "maybe" never buy another Audi again. I think it should be more like "never" and "never" and "absolutely never" buy another VW or Audi again, LOL. Now you understand why the greatest luxury is a car that doesn't fuck you over like the Audi did.
Fluctuation something like this I want if I had the money I just found a great car on Auto Trader:
www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201805216715976
Which ones better is300 or is350? Both f sport just stuck between the 4 cylinder turbo or v6
Song Koka v6
I have a 2015 IS350 F-Sport in this same color and I love it. However, it needs a DCT, he says it shifts fast but I've had it for 2 years, and there is a noticeable amount of shift lag. Other than that it is great, I'm glad they made the display a little bit wider in this model! Lastly, he is right everything in the car is so quiet which is awesome, have the defrost on full blast and you cant hear it.
TheMalachi9495 got same car. It need more torque or to lose 3-400 pounds... quick and real fun to drive though. It’s made exact same power since 2006 so kinda lame in that sense. But I love it.
Definitely does not need a DCT, those suck to daily drive. If anything they need to put their new 10 speed in the IS or tune their 8 speed.
I drive the 2016. Thinking of swapping it for this one soon.
Hi, I'm stuck between a 2018 c300 benz or lexus IS300 F sport, which do you believe would be the right decision? test drove both and still can't decide.
I have a 2016 C Class and might be moving to the IS 350...or 300. I love the benz but the seats are tiny....and I'm only 5.4. My issue with both is the trunk size. The technology on the radio on the benz is awful....there isn't even a scan button for the radio! lol
Are these only available in certain countries?
Great video
Thanks!
I missed it, is the screen touch screen?
If this were a BMW, which one do you think the IS350 AWD F-Sport most resembles in terms of power and performance? I know it's not as powerful as a 340i (the B58 is a beast of an engine), but is it sort of halfway between the 330i and the 340i?
elusivellama you need to test drive both. They drive remarkably different. I bought the Lexus over the BMW due to ride quality. Lexus IS smooth as silk. The BMW is a rougher ride.
the IS350 competed with the 335i when it was out before they bumped the power for the 340i, if you want power on demand go for the 340i, if you want the best handling the IS350 would be the way to go. imo you can supercharge the IS350 and it becomes as fast as the M3/M4
GS350 vs IS350?
kingofgames93 IS any day. Trust me I know!
Thanks for your review! I drive 2014 Lexus IS 350 F Sport and it is one of the most comfortable car I have ever had a chance to drive :) ruclips.net/video/a0Q4fOWlxwg/видео.html
The fsport is so ugly now on the 2017 and up is. That plastic in the front is too tacky. The 2014-2016 has the nicest styling.
New sub!!!!
Thanks! Appreciate it!
Lmao I went to Bobby rahal I think this is my exact car you reviewed because I kno it was the last one 😂😂
Alim Felix you bought one? How good is it?
Can you compare this to Acura tlx a spec?
ian dubria Acura TLX is a rebranded last gen Accord with the option of SH-AWD. It's still FWD setup with a transverse V6 that hasn't really been updated in a while. In other words, it's an old econobox family sedan with outdated tech and a slightly nicer interior. The A-Spec model is pure profit, it's just some fake exhaust tips, extra badging, new wheels and some other shit. Honda thanks you for wasting your money on an Acura.
The Lexus IS350 may be in need of an update, but at least it's still RWD architecture. The V6 engine actually got a significant update for 2018 (switched from the 2GR-FSE to 2GR-FKS) with dual injectors, integrated exhaust manifold, upgraded oil sump, lower friction pistons and some other stuff. RWD models get a limited slip differential.
It would be so fun to drive this for a day lol😂😂😊it’s a nice car.
Please review the jag xf s
Totally forgot about safety lane assist
kevin quintana technology like that creates terrible drivers.
Robertas S. You must not own one. I do and it's great.
Thank you
$50k for this and the interior lights are not LEDs? Come on Lexus!!!
The 2018 IS350 F sport GCC spec in Dubai from Al Futtaim has LEDs in the interior. Same thing with my 2015 LX570 Sport Titanium DA Plus, however some '15 LXs don't have them.
mlody me yea real deal breaker. Completely negates the fact their the most reliable and gave highest resale value of any used car...
My wife's dream car. I'm more of a Cadillac person. Do you think the IS350 competes more with the ATS, or the CTS?
ATS
The Lexus IS is closer to the size of the Cadillac ATS.
Cool. I wonder if Gold Pony will start to do comparisons in the future, rather than reviews. I don't think anyone has compared the IS and the ATS.
David Nieves Jr., That would be very interesting for him to do! Comparison reviews would be an awesome addition to the Gold Pony RUclips channel.
DriveAndBeDriven Yeah, that would. Then, the question would be which ATS against this Lexus. There's no ATS Vsport, and the ATS- V is another level.
You from socal? You've got the surfbro accent.
I’m from Southern California. What’s surfbro accent. I’ve never heard of this🧐
Everything looks outdated except for the leather seats and digital cockpit.
Nice looking car but for $50k there is a lot better out there in terms of power.
Sounds like you're lugging it alot..
No touch screen? No buy
Man I need to trade my 14 is 350
Nigel Manderson I have a 17 and I'm kinda torn between pre and post face-lift
blazegamefame yah that’s true I don’t really like how they did the front for the new ones that’s why I chose the 14 I think it looks way better the only think I regret is that the 14 doesn’t have that big display like the new ones do
I dont get why lexus refreshed the es but not this wonky looking is first lmao
The ES is based on the Camry. The Camry got a full model change for 2018 with the move to the TNGA platform.
My is250 fsport same shit as this lol all for looks I don't trip on speed ha
boo! bo standard 19's rims like the Infiniti Q50 Silver SPort 3.0T standard with 19's rims staggered
Lexus or Audi? To me the Audi looks very plain and boring.
Lexus will give you better styling, better reliability & decent performance and Audi will give you better performance and better AWD system for comparison.
Buy Germany if you want to spend money on repairing
The Pacman of cars. Not fond of the red interior and wide mouth grill.
I don't like these new ones honestly the best model was the 2008 these new ones are quirky as fuck
Dirty fingers
I can’t wait 8 months if WW3 don’t happen 😭
How I’m feeling 2024 😂
That’s the ugliest interior for a 2019. A Elantra has a better looking interior
It would be a great looking car if it weren't for that ugly hideous grille. I'm surprised Toyota hasn't made the whole fucken hood a grille. I was going to trade my 2012 for a new one but I can't stand to see the fugly grille.
14-16 front is better
lol a camry engine how nice 🙄
driving merds...
I hate that there’s a freaking cd player still in this vehicle. Makes it look old af