just got my 2024 f sport in caviar with black interior. puts a huge smile on my face as i walk up to it and it’s definitely a head turner ! 100% recommend
Just picked up my '24 IS350 AWD F-Sport 3 yesterday! It's really hard to walk away from this car without turning around and staring at it. Mine is Iridium with the Circuit Red interior!
You forgot to highlight the most important change on this appearance package, at least in my opinion, which is the black out window trim and mirror caps. One could only get this feature in the 500. And even that one still had some chrome on the mirror caps, except for this year’s blue vector especial edition. Anyway, congrats and enjoy!
@@amaurypineda1834 Very good point, although I did go by the build sheet and that part was left out. Perhaps it’s standard on these ‘24 models or depending which country it’s going to?
@@braxtoncruz9212 That depends on where you’re located and what you put down and if there’s any special deals. It can range from maybe $500-$1000 a month all depends.
Weird. You don't get wood on the top part of the steering wheel? In the U.S. we get that on the 2021+ IS350 F-Sport. Also, it's not a keypad, it's a touchpad. And it's not a touchless screen, it's a touch screen. lol
@@DodgerBlueRobert We get different packages here in Canada so maybe that’s why. Wow I didn’t even realize lol that’s what I meant to say! Thanks for that!
The wood was part of the dynamic handling package in 2021/2022. I think for 2024 the US is 350's dont do that anymore. still get the forged bbs wheels tho
@@lsrfmkev Yea could be right for the US market, but here I think it was different. Countries get different packages or whatever comes standard I guess all the time.
It barely compares to the QV from a performance aspect. The QV has like explosive power and crisp handling etc, different league really. But interior size is similar, quality I’d say is better from Lexus. I was thinking of doing a comparison video of the two. It’s more for daily use, until my GRC arrives again lol
im planning on ordering a new 2024 is350 f sport 3 incognito in november! i want to trade my 2024 nx 350h i just got last year, have to wait till november because of penalties.. :(
I was torn between this Cloudburst or the Incognito color, part of me wishes I went with Incognito. What penalty do you mean, are you leasing? Not sure where you’re located, but it can take a few months at least from time of ordering to arrive.
Very nice. If I were living in Canada, I would definitely be buying the AWD version as well. Of course, I would hate to drive in salt-covered roads. I'd probably by an AWD RAV4 as a family/winter car.
@@seethingsclearlyawaken3424 We use the 4Runner mostly for winter duties which is excellent. The awd IS is very good as well though especially mated with winter tires.
Thank you and yes I agree, they could have easily got more power out of this motor and used the 8 speed transmission. They like to play it safe I guess.
Thank you! Yes the QV is hard to beat lol Lexus still uses the V6 and V8 but will soon be phased out for more EV’s and Hybrids unfortunately like most other brands.
@@i.d.6492 Aren’t they priced similar or even more? Main reason for the IS is that it still uses NA engine, instead of having turbos/superchargers so overall should last much longer and easier maintenance. I’m sure the G70 is probably faster though.
@@chasinglimits oh its way faster. It's even faster than TLX Type S. It has 365 hp, but lots of torque. With simple tune, spark plugs and intakes you'll be at 430whp
@@chasinglimits the G70 3.3T is practically same as stinger, build on the same platform it's just lighter, slightly smaller and more agile, also more premium interior
The front is absolutely gorgeous! The rear is pretty meh, and the interior looks like my 2016 IS350 F-Sport AWD that I owned for about 4 months before going to another GS350.
@@chasinglimits - To be fair, the 3.5 is bulletproof and I've been satisfied with mine, but yeah. I still think the front looks killer, but the IS was a little cramped for me after driving a GS.
@@industrialdrummer44 I’ve had previous gens of IS before but I find the new ones more cramped for some reason. Agreed the 3.5 is bulletproof and proved itself, just wish they bumped up the power a bit to match its aggressive front end.
Power delivery for NA motors are more linear and no lag obviously. I have both types of cars, each application is great, depending what you want out of your car and how you use it.
@@chasinglimits it is a fact the turbo four cylinders are quicker than the 3.5 six in the Lexus. I agree each has different strengths and weakness, but in a Sports Sedan 0-60 speed is important and this Lexus IS slow!
@@paulevans240 This is true, performance wise it would for sure improve the 0-60 times. Just look at the GR Corolla, 3 cylinders and still quicker but then again it’s a lot less weight too. I think the next gen IS may feature a turbo or hybrid of some sort. Hope the V8 stays though.
@@chasinglimits Yes: they need to update the V-6 (and the transmission). Personally, I love the 3.0 six turbos now offered by Mercedes and BMW. Great performance and MPG. Lexus has fallen behind with their drivetrains, but I understand people buy them for reliability.
@@paulevans240 Agreed, both Lexus and Toyota are more than capable of coming up with much better and efficient powertrains. But again, it’s the whole reliability thing that comes to play, and that’s why people keep coming back to them, as you mentioned.
just got my 2024 f sport in caviar with black interior. puts a huge smile on my face as i walk up to it and it’s definitely a head turner ! 100% recommend
For sure, it’s a striking exterior design. Congrats on your ride!
@@chasinglimits I would strongly argue that its the nicest exterior design ever on a 4 door sedan.
@@axebeard7677 I would easily agree with that statement, more you look at it, more you love it.
Nothing beats this for reliability. 👍
Should last a very very long time!
even though my 2003 Lexus runs perfectly I'm going to spring for a new IS350. I love it.
@@Richard_Fouts That's awesome to hear that.
Great car. Does this car have the bump in the driver side? Is it only AWD that have to bump or does rear wheel drive also have the bump? Thanks
@@geraldguerrero4800 Yes and I’m pretty sure only the awd models have the hump. It’s not too much of a big deal, you get used to it being there.
Sharp looking, love those headlights
They do look great especially at night.
Just picked up my '24 IS350 AWD F-Sport 3 yesterday! It's really hard to walk away from this car without turning around and staring at it. Mine is Iridium with the Circuit Red interior!
@@elusivellama Awesome Congrats! Yes it really is haha same interior too 👍 Enjoy it to the fullest!
Great car and review 👍👍
@@LubaK-z1v Thank you 👍
You forgot to highlight the most important change on this appearance package, at least in my opinion, which is the black out window trim and mirror caps. One could only get this feature in the 500. And even that one still had some chrome on the mirror caps, except for this year’s blue vector especial edition. Anyway, congrats and enjoy!
@@amaurypineda1834 Very good point, although I did go by the build sheet and that part was left out. Perhaps it’s standard on these ‘24 models or depending which country it’s going to?
how much is this going to be? I have a 760 credit score. What is the cost per month?
@@braxtoncruz9212 That depends on where you’re located and what you put down and if there’s any special deals. It can range from maybe $500-$1000 a month all depends.
Weird. You don't get wood on the top part of the steering wheel? In the U.S. we get that on the 2021+ IS350 F-Sport.
Also, it's not a keypad, it's a touchpad. And it's not a touchless screen, it's a touch screen. lol
@@DodgerBlueRobert We get different packages here in Canada so maybe that’s why.
Wow I didn’t even realize lol that’s what I meant to say! Thanks for that!
The wood was part of the dynamic handling package in 2021/2022. I think for 2024 the US is 350's dont do that anymore. still get the forged bbs wheels tho
@@lsrfmkev Yea could be right for the US market, but here I think it was different. Countries get different packages or whatever comes standard I guess all the time.
Gotta ask and think I know the answer but how does it compare to the QV? Is this going to be your winter car?
It barely compares to the QV from a performance aspect. The QV has like explosive power and crisp handling etc, different league really. But interior size is similar, quality I’d say is better from Lexus. I was thinking of doing a comparison video of the two.
It’s more for daily use, until my GRC arrives again lol
@@chasinglimits makes sense. I’m looking for a winter car while I store my QV and have been considering an IS.
@@AP-cc1uw oh it’s perfect for winter. AWD is great, and splits to 50/50 when needed. Very reliable too, no matter what year you go for.
I just bought the 2024 BASE IS350 F-Sport in "INCOGNITO", or battle-ship gray, but a rear drive version.
@@seethingsclearlyawaken3424 Congrats! Always loved the Incognito color, looks great on the IS.
It's actually the 2015 engine. It's from the 2015 RX350 It's the 2GR-FKS Not The 2GR-FSE
@@UNKBEASTxx Good point there. The 3rd gen IS used the 2GR-FkS as well which is used in current models. The 2nd gen IS used the 2GR-FSE.
im planning on ordering a new 2024 is350 f sport 3 incognito in november! i want to trade my 2024 nx 350h i just got last year, have to wait till november because of penalties.. :(
I was torn between this Cloudburst or the Incognito color, part of me wishes I went with Incognito. What penalty do you mean, are you leasing? Not sure where you’re located, but it can take a few months at least from time of ordering to arrive.
dont do it. order a used rcf
@@bigdaddyslick4961 why a used RCF and not say an IS500?
Go for broke and order the incognito is500
@@rutgershouses I ordered the IS500 in Vector blue appearance package, very hard to land that here.
Very nice. If I were living in Canada, I would definitely be buying the AWD version as well. Of course, I would hate to drive in salt-covered roads. I'd probably by an AWD RAV4 as a family/winter car.
@@seethingsclearlyawaken3424 We use the 4Runner mostly for winter duties which is excellent. The awd IS is very good as well though especially mated with winter tires.
@@chasinglimits Most definitely. I referred to the RAV4 AWD because I'm cheap! ;o)
Very sharp looking car, if only its performance was heightened abit more. Great stuff 👍
Thank you and yes I agree, they could have easily got more power out of this motor and used the 8 speed transmission. They like to play it safe I guess.
@@chasinglimits The IS500 fits that bill better I think, and crazy they fit it in such a car.
@@tonybellos9524 yes no kidding, those are hard to come by here, takes forever to land one.
You increase the performance more, you sacrifice reliability.
@@seethingsclearlyawaken3424 Did not know that, thanks.
Nothing is faster than a speeding ticket. I just order mine. Hope it is as reliable as my 2016 GX460.
I’m sure it will be although the GX460 is super reliable.
Whats the best part is?
It’s the best part pal!
Beautiful car very sharp shape…but I prefer the QV…😉 thought that Lexus have only hybrids and ev’s…:):)
Thank you! Yes the QV is hard to beat lol Lexus still uses the V6 and V8 but will soon be phased out for more EV’s and Hybrids unfortunately like most other brands.
Beautiful car, but I'd get G70 3.3T sport prestige. More potential and better value for money as well as 3.3T engine is very reliable
@@i.d.6492 Aren’t they priced similar or even more? Main reason for the IS is that it still uses NA engine, instead of having turbos/superchargers so overall should last much longer and easier maintenance. I’m sure the G70 is probably faster though.
@@chasinglimits oh its way faster. It's even faster than TLX Type S. It has 365 hp, but lots of torque. With simple tune, spark plugs and intakes you'll be at 430whp
@@i.d.6492 Doesn’t it use the same engine aa in the Stinger?
@@chasinglimits it does. The 3.3T. Very reliable engine
@@chasinglimits the G70 3.3T is practically same as stinger, build on the same platform it's just lighter, slightly smaller and more agile, also more premium interior
Is this actually your car?? 🤔
It’s our fam jam daily cruiser 😜
No i think he rented it
@@eduardopavao8637 hahahaha 🤣
Never be as cool as our Porsche 911 😊😊😊😊
@@arthurmchugh5184 haha I think the 911 is in a totally different league!
I'd choose the ES350 over the IS350 ... and I did.
Curious to know why you went with the ES instead of the IS?
@@chasinglimits Price, comfort, room, and only minor performance differences
@@kerplunk38880 I know it’s much more roomier and comfier, but we really wanted the awd. I think the new gen ES may be awd.
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@@etagged lol 😂
The front is absolutely gorgeous! The rear is pretty meh, and the interior looks like my 2016 IS350 F-Sport AWD that I owned for about 4 months before going to another GS350.
@@industrialdrummer44 Yup you pretty much summed it up nicely. You forgot to mention under the hood is from 2006 lol
@@chasinglimits - To be fair, the 3.5 is bulletproof and I've been satisfied with mine, but yeah. I still think the front looks killer, but the IS was a little cramped for me after driving a GS.
@@industrialdrummer44 I’ve had previous gens of IS before but I find the new ones more cramped for some reason. Agreed the 3.5 is bulletproof and proved itself, just wish they bumped up the power a bit to match its aggressive front end.
@@chasinglimits - Totally agree! Something with a little more balls, but a little less cash than the 500 would have been sweet. Cheers ~ 🤘
4 cylinder turbos are faster than this because they generate more torque at lower RPM…while this 3.5 is spooling up, they are leaving it in the dust.
Power delivery for NA motors are more linear and no lag obviously. I have both types of cars, each application is great, depending what you want out of your car and how you use it.
@@chasinglimits it is a fact the turbo four cylinders are quicker than the 3.5 six in the Lexus. I agree each has different strengths and weakness, but in a Sports Sedan 0-60 speed is important and this Lexus IS slow!
@@paulevans240 This is true, performance wise it would for sure improve the 0-60 times. Just look at the GR Corolla, 3 cylinders and still quicker but then again it’s a lot less weight too. I think the next gen IS may feature a turbo or hybrid of some sort. Hope the V8 stays though.
@@chasinglimits Yes: they need to update the V-6 (and the transmission). Personally, I love the 3.0 six turbos now offered by Mercedes and BMW. Great performance and MPG. Lexus has fallen behind with their drivetrains, but I understand people buy them for reliability.
@@paulevans240 Agreed, both Lexus and Toyota are more than capable of coming up with much better and efficient powertrains. But again, it’s the whole reliability thing that comes to play, and that’s why people keep coming back to them, as you mentioned.
is slow . if is not the IS500 is a waste of money . go get a camry instead .
The IS500 is very hard to get an allocation here, otherwise it would be the better one to get for sure.
Camry is slower, bigger and FWD. That makes no sense at all.
@@phade2990 The ES is more of a luxury upscale Camry. IS doesn’t share much with Camry, good points.
Typical loser comment. This ain’t no Camry. But nice try kid. Don’t be late for your bus.
@@phade2990 FWD has advantages over rear-drivers, that's for sure. But his car is AWD, so he has the ultimate.
Until they change out the ugly ass front grille ,wont even consider it 😂😂
That’s a very controversial topic lol some love it and some hate it, no real in between.
that’s the best looking new grill on any car 😂 crazy
@@PapiChuIo It is pretty intense in your face lol
Best grill in the game. Would you rather the buck tooth look from bmw 😂😂😂
@@fatboynip haha not sure what BMW was thinking with that awful looking grill!