Picked up mine 2 weeks ago, same color as the vehicle you tested. Initial impression- one of the most fun cars I've purchased. Fast enough, sound is intoxicating, comfortable, killer sound system, and for those who want more power, there are mods for RCF that will be adapted to this car.
Stopped taking MT's Jonny seriously ever since he compared the LFA with the first gen NSX and was constantly complaining about how scary the LFA is to drive and therefore Lexus should've put more effort into making it better.. Lol
Well, maybe because the first gen NSX was one of the easiest and best-handling cars to drive (and half the power of the LFA), so by comparison, maybe he was right.
Man Toyota can sometimes really surprise us in amazing ways like building the LFA, GR Yaris and this new IS500. But they can sometimes also completely drop the ball like having BMW make the new Supra and pulling the Land Cruiser from the US market.
The last 2 are dropping the ball though. The new Supra is Fantastic. Having it be built by BMW was a wonderful choice. The Land Cruiser doesn’t sell well in the US, so pulling it was also a good decision. The Lexus version will still be on sale so it’s not like the platform is disappearing.
@@PranavRakkappan yeah but the thing is that people who want a land cruiser are outdoorsy types usually who take their SUV’s camping & off-roading. Nobody takes a new Lexus SUV off-roading no matter how good they are at doing it. Their front end clearance isn’t high enough to take it off-road without damaging it.
Yea I respectfully gotta disagree with the Supra comment, BMW is has been building turbo straight sixes for close to 20 years now. The engine in that supra is and will continue to be a tuners wet dream. The only draw back is the fact it still hasn’t had a 6 speed put in it and a targa version(fingers crossed Toyota goes this route in the future models). The land cruiser in the US makes absolutely no sense, why pay nearly 100k for an outdated and outclassed luxury SUV. Especially when the LX is just the better option. I believe their is a market for a land cruiser but one focused solely on off-roading. If they went and released a stripped down full balls to the wall TRD land cruiser, with triple locking diffs and the whole TRD treatment in a 2 or 4 door configuration similar to the new bronco/ land cruisers from the Middle East and Australia they would sell out every single one. Lastly the IS500 is really such an awesome car Im so glad it’s being made, wish it was a bit more crazy and a bit more enthusiasts oriented(6 speed or the love of god). But it’s a looking like Akio Toyoda is making good on his promise for no more boring cars.
I guess but I think most people who get a land cruiser, in the us at least, would be more likely to just drive it around as a big luxurious SUV. The land cruiser isn’t/wasn’t exactly cheap at $85,665.
472 horsepower - IS 500 Lexus 2022 - Resell value is higher too. The IS 500 has a maximum output of 472 horsepower at 7,100 rpm and 395 lb. -ft. of peak torque at 4,800 rpm.
@@KoolieBhai yeah, they patented a v8 twin turbo design a year or 2 ago. Plus Akio Toyoda promised that he was going to move away from creating boring cars and back to innovating more. I think the new slate of “F sport performance” badging is starting to show that. I think the new category of trim level will be similar to dodge having the scatpack & hellcat trim levels. If this isn’t a true F car but puts up the same specs as the GSF & RCF, I can imagine the next iteration of F cars will be extremely competitive with M series & AMG. Motor1 said that the engine they’re developing is rated at 661 hp & 480 lb-ft of torque. I’m really excited because Lexus doesn’t implement new technology until they’ve worked out the kinks & know that it will uphold their standard of reliability. Mercedes & BMW are in for a big surprise pretty soon lol
I own a 1998 Lexus GS400, which has over 250K miles and which has been a joy to drive (will keep it in storage)! Since the V8 GSF was discontinued, I just bought the IS 500 Launch Edition. LOVE IT! The power is incredible and OK another 250K miles (or more) in possibly that LAST V8 Lexus will produce! GREAT CAR. Feels like I'm driving a race car, which is faster than my 2nd car I ever owned, a 1974 2-Door Chevelle Malibu Classic which had a 454!
We got our son the is250 awd, and that is an awesome car! (We have a review of it on our channel too) ...I think mom and I found the next lexus we want when he moves out!
I just watched your video. I'm impressed, how many miles does it have on it? I'm debating giving our son our Q50 rwd or getting the IS250 AWD. You guys definitely get more snow than me
@@timw2083 hey thanks! We bought it back in January 2021 w/216k on it... it now has 240k. Still drives and performs Great just like the day we picked it up. It's not as fast as the is350, but the awd system is flawless! Thanks for watching!
Lexus has gone full on marketing with the IS500 but it’s almost the same thing as the IS350. Thanks for the V8 but this time it’s about profit not about proving a point as in the ‘08-14.
Ya. I better buy one while I can. All this electrical drive cars are really upsetting to me. It seem like manufacturers are making ridiculous gas powered performance vehicles before the government starts to really ring our necks with strangling the gas industry. Forcing a population to do something that the majority doesn't want typically doesn't end well. Regardless, I feel it's my last few years to be able to get a dream V8 car that I want.
Lexus has NEVER recreated the awesomeness that was the OG IS300. They always seem to f things up. No manual and outdated or lack or new tech. In a old car they keep putting new bumpers on. LC500 is the real Supra. Not the Toyota emblem on a BMW. Stop it the bs already Lexus.
they have, But journalist see that it's lexus and disregard it and give it a pat on the back at best... The 98-04 gen GS 400 ran circles around the Eclass and bmw 540 of the time, the LS400 at lunch was faster and more powerful than its competition, And still put out better power numbers in the late 90s fitness competition if not equivalent or slightly behind it by a few horsepower... and IS300 was better than c class for sure journalist will grab lexus and say it's not an AMG
i don't get the logic of saying "passion = gas" ...it seems to now sound like holding onto something that was never real. Passion is speed, cornering, break and acceleration...not gas.
For motor trend I would give this video a C. No stats or specs, but you did have a pro drivers opinion. He basically said it was a little slow but sounded good though.
Check out Raiti’s rides, he did a review of this car & he was a professional race car driver for a couple of years. He gave a really in depth review of this car
They’re the same speed. F80 0-60 in 4.3 & the fastest time this car got was 4.37. If you put bigger performance tires on the rear wheels you can definitely get this down to 4.2 at least
This is why mags and RUclips reviews don't matter for cars they're just advertisements very few are honest and can be bought if the car is so good... it wouldn't need paid for reviews...the reviewers that aren't bought and give honest reviews would be claiming how good it is and they're not 🤷
It's a 2022 car. What do you want them to review? They probabyl got the car to try it out and advertise it. They will make a video of it when it actually out.
So that Jordan Maron guy is famous and wealthy because he PLAYS VIDEO GAMES?!? 🤦🏻♂️ Jesus, this world is crazy. But seriously, why was he even in this video? They’re acting like he’s Jay Leno or something ..... the guy just learned how to drive stick shift like a year ago 🤣
Beautiful transmission cooler in the front grill - Nice job Lexus! If COOPER is reading these comments, if you can shove a V8 into an IS, couldn't you find a black colored transmission cooler?!?! Seriously...embarrassing!
Hey the rcf trans cooler bolts right up to the is500! Will be an easy swap with no cutting or anything any frustration! That will be my first “mod” along with a big brake kit!
This is a great car and all but 16 mpg when gas is nearing $6/gallon and the whole West Coast is on fire every year because of global warming is going to start feeling really out of touch really soon.
It’s the last of its kind, but electric cars are dope though. I liked the Tesla I drove for a week but ended up canceling my model Y performance order shortly after living with a Tesla. They are so close to being what I want them to be but as for now not quite! The excitement really wore off after 4-5 days. And interior quality wasn’t that good. Plus a lot of small issues I only found out about after joining Tesla owner groups.
@@Nate-Aims Honestly, I'm not a fan of Tesla's quality (although I appreciate what the company has done for electric car technology). But, I absolutely love the Model S Plaid.
It's uncomfortable to me that the car don't have any sound. Maybe in the future when SJWs completely kill V8 and other engines with actual sound or diesel to travel longer. Sadly I'm not into them at all. Especially when they are overpriced.
I was lucky enough to spend a week with a GSF. I never imagined how much I was going to like that car.
GSF amazing car have one for around 3 years
@@freddiemack1285 what colour is it?
I love that F blue, GSF blue with black trim is a really good looking car to me
@@mrg-ghx8052 got it red
@@doughboy5858 it's my favourite too 👍. The one I borrowed was white with the red trim. It was real nice.
Welcome to a 10 minute advertisement that spends a surprising amount of time talking about things other than the IS 500.
10 minutes Image packaging
typical MT nowadays smh
@@Coolhand69 What's wrong with advertising about V8?
@@ytsux9259 watch any old motor trend vid where they didn’t advertise a car and actually reviewed it
And Hildebrand talking about himself..
This answers the ever asked question: "What would Jesus drive?"
Jesus has like 5 different lexus's atleast
Yeah right. He obviously drives a Prius or Smart car.
model 3
Jesus definitely love Lexus ! Thats why we have LFA and GSF RCF LC500 and this small with big heart! God bless Lexus makers !!
Something that doesn’t break down
Omg that v8 sounds amazing i love the sound of a natural aspirared v8
Motortrend used to make awesome videos. This was legit horrible. Almost nothing about the specifics of the car. 100 percent pure marketing.
This IS500 should be a big hit for those that want a V8... me, I want a V8.
I want a V10.
Enjoy paying for the MPG that comes with it
@@user-zm7de9fc9x I know I will. This one isn't meant to be practical.
@@user-zm7de9fc9xI can live with 20 but that’s about as low as I would go.
@@timw2083Still,all things being considered. It’s still more than fairly practical and balanced I think with a tangible Jekyl and Hyde quality to it.
It's nice to see MotorTrend diversifying their revenue sources outside of obviously paid Rivian content.
Picked up mine 2 weeks ago, same color as the vehicle you tested. Initial impression- one of the most fun cars I've purchased. Fast enough, sound is intoxicating, comfortable, killer sound system, and for those who want more power, there are mods for RCF that will be adapted to this car.
Just asking what do you do? , I’m 17 and looking what to after high school.
@@javiertorres3372 I'm a doctor.
Good decision. I wish I had your car...
I love the new IS loook, now with a v8 I definitely want one
This is a 10 min ad! Nice job MT/Lexus! Didn't know MT mean click bait!!!
Miss the old Jason, Jonny, and Randy trifecta.
The most beautiful video clip I have ever seen of your Lexus car. This is the video clip. Everyone has a wonderful creativity
Lexus IS launching a new sports car.
Jonny: Let’s talk about American V8’s lol
They talk about V8 and its brief history and other famous cars with V8s. Now, I want a V8! So, I guess they are effective at talking about V8s. 🤪
Lexus ain't even American
Stopped taking MT's Jonny seriously ever since he compared the LFA with the first gen NSX and was constantly complaining about how scary the LFA is to drive and therefore Lexus should've put more effort into making it better.. Lol
Well, maybe because the first gen NSX was one of the easiest and best-handling cars to drive (and half the power of the LFA), so by comparison, maybe he was right.
@@ytsux9259 😒
@@ytsux9259 actually wasn’t easy to handle, had lots of snap oversteer and steering ratio was slow and heavy so wasn’t easy to catch
right😂😂
Really AWESOME CAR, GSF Lexus. That driveline is spot on, awesome. Let's hope, that it's not the end for our beloved naturally aspirated V8's.
I just purchased a 2008 Lexus IsF Special Build 05/50 and I love it 😍
I love mine!
Correction** the engine noise is actually amplified through the speakers
V8 Engine with that performance is fun to drive! Worth the money!
Owner of a 2003 gx470 and I’ll give my hats off to Toyota/Lexus for continuing v8 s
Thanks, man! That was a fun ride. I had a Pontiac G8 GXP. It made a nasty noise too.
Enjoyed the Presentation. Good luck in the Future!
Great vid! I just purchased one in Cali (Silver/white combo) and am having it shipped to Austin TX. I can't wait for it to arrive!
I'm loving the V8 y'all drove on! Spectacular 🥰
I am confused to what this episode is about. v8? Or Lexus?
An F sport Lexus IS the pinnacle of reliable entertainment
I am watching this and getting ads for the same episode
Man Toyota can sometimes really surprise us in amazing ways like building the LFA, GR Yaris and this new IS500. But they can sometimes also completely drop the ball like having BMW make the new Supra and pulling the Land Cruiser from the US market.
The last 2 are dropping the ball though. The new Supra is Fantastic. Having it be built by BMW was a wonderful choice. The Land Cruiser doesn’t sell well in the US, so pulling it was also a good decision. The Lexus version will still be on sale so it’s not like the platform is disappearing.
@@PranavRakkappan yeah but the thing is that people who want a land cruiser are outdoorsy types usually who take their SUV’s camping & off-roading. Nobody takes a new Lexus SUV off-roading no matter how good they are at doing it. Their front end clearance isn’t high enough to take it off-road without damaging it.
Yea I respectfully gotta disagree with the Supra comment, BMW is has been building turbo straight sixes for close to 20 years now. The engine in that supra is and will continue to be a tuners wet dream. The only draw back is the fact it still hasn’t had a 6 speed put in it and a targa version(fingers crossed Toyota goes this route in the future models). The land cruiser in the US makes absolutely no sense, why pay nearly 100k for an outdated and outclassed luxury SUV. Especially when the LX is just the better option. I believe their is a market for a land cruiser but one focused solely on off-roading. If they went and released a stripped down full balls to the wall TRD land cruiser, with triple locking diffs and the whole TRD treatment in a 2 or 4 door configuration similar to the new bronco/ land cruisers from the Middle East and Australia they would sell out every single one. Lastly the IS500 is really such an awesome car Im so glad it’s being made, wish it was a bit more crazy and a bit more enthusiasts oriented(6 speed or the love of god). But it’s a looking like Akio Toyoda is making good on his promise for no more boring cars.
@@PabsEscobar exactly
I guess but I think most people who get a land cruiser, in the us at least, would be more likely to just drive it around as a big luxurious SUV. The land cruiser isn’t/wasn’t exactly cheap at $85,665.
I'm glad that artificial performance sounds weren't added to the sound system.
472 horsepower - IS 500 Lexus 2022 - Resell value is higher too.
The IS 500 has a maximum output of 472 horsepower at 7,100 rpm and 395 lb. -ft. of peak torque at 4,800 rpm.
I actually really like this so much
Very cool middle and end also.👍
We need the ISF
Supposedly an LSF, LCF & ISF are in development with possibly a twin turbo v8
@@doughboy5858 no way really?
@@KoolieBhai yeah, they patented a v8 twin turbo design a year or 2 ago. Plus Akio Toyoda promised that he was going to move away from creating boring cars and back to innovating more. I think the new slate of “F sport performance” badging is starting to show that. I think the new category of trim level will be similar to dodge having the scatpack & hellcat trim levels. If this isn’t a true F car but puts up the same specs as the GSF & RCF, I can imagine the next iteration of F cars will be extremely competitive with M series & AMG. Motor1 said that the engine they’re developing is rated at 661 hp & 480 lb-ft of torque. I’m really excited because Lexus doesn’t implement new technology until they’ve worked out the kinks & know that it will uphold their standard of reliability. Mercedes & BMW are in for a big surprise pretty soon lol
@@doughboy5858 really hoping to get some more info on this in November, supposedly that’s when I heard there would be more info.
It will not have the same numbers as the Germans but it has soul and loads of reliability
I'm not even surprised this channel has 6.66 million subscribers.
I own a 1998 Lexus GS400, which has over 250K miles and which has been a joy to drive (will keep it in storage)! Since the V8 GSF was discontinued, I just bought the IS 500 Launch Edition. LOVE IT! The power is incredible and OK another 250K miles (or more) in possibly that LAST V8 Lexus will produce! GREAT CAR. Feels like I'm driving a race car, which is faster than my 2nd car I ever owned, a 1974 2-Door Chevelle Malibu Classic which had a 454!
Have you noticed any more quickness or flat out over spec with the Launch Edition?
Proof that most people that can talk about cars can be a car reviewer
Cool commercial.
Wow weak advertisement
Nice paid ad thanks to Lexus
We got our son the is250 awd, and that is an awesome car! (We have a review of it on our channel too)
...I think mom and I found the next lexus we want when he moves out!
I just watched your video. I'm impressed, how many miles does it have on it? I'm debating giving our son our Q50 rwd or getting the IS250 AWD. You guys definitely get more snow than me
@@timw2083 hey thanks! We bought it back in January 2021 w/216k on it... it now has 240k. Still drives and performs Great just like the day we picked it up.
It's not as fast as the is350, but the awd system is flawless!
Thanks for watching!
bruh what captain sparkles is in this video? unexpected but definitely welcomed.
Best car review video I’ve seen hundreds Merc owner
Thank you Johnny! You’re a real one!
Great stuff. That was entertaining viewing. Cheers.
Think they do pipe in the V8. Tho. Not just the raw v8 of old. But piped in too.
Yeah but it’s not piped in through the speakers like other manufacturers & they have the option to turn that sound off completely.
@@doughboy5858 cheers. Hope we get one UK
@@zzhughesd sorry to tell you brother but this car is only being sold in North America, UK won’t be getting it
@@doughboy5858 Did think this be the case, get your own back not getting RS6 previous gen
OK. Lexus says available late fall 2021....where are they?
The All New BMW, from Lexus!
Unlike a bmw this will run until it rusts
I kept looking for the skip ad button congratulations to motor trend for ruining the last vestiges of their integrity
Wasn’t raw enough bro! More action, more tire smoke, less talk!!!
Hope we get one in UK. If we get it ???? Former ISF Musa red owner
They’re not gonna make IS500 next year? Thanks
Lexus has gone full on marketing with the IS500 but it’s almost the same thing as the IS350. Thanks for the V8 but this time it’s about profit not about proving a point as in the ‘08-14.
What a strange, under produced video given Motor Trend's (and Jonny's) pedigree of Top Gear level art videos on cars.
Wheres the isf review that was on there before
An ISF would be the best of both worlds .
Bila lah boleh mampu miliki kereta macam ini...
Did he just say unmatched Legacy 😂😂😂
Bonnie and Clyde!
Ya. I better buy one while I can. All this electrical drive cars are really upsetting to me. It seem like manufacturers are making ridiculous gas powered performance vehicles before the government starts to really ring our necks with strangling the gas industry. Forcing a population to do something that the majority doesn't want typically doesn't end well. Regardless, I feel it's my last few years to be able to get a dream V8 car that I want.
Can I have a right hand drive IS500 ?
Wow
Lexus has NEVER recreated the awesomeness that was the OG IS300. They always seem to f things up. No manual and outdated or lack or new tech. In a old car they keep putting new bumpers on. LC500 is the real Supra. Not the Toyota emblem on a BMW.
Stop it the bs already Lexus.
they have, But journalist see that it's lexus and disregard it and give it a pat on the back at best... The 98-04 gen GS 400 ran circles around the Eclass and bmw 540 of the time, the LS400 at lunch was faster and more powerful than its competition, And still put out better power numbers in the late 90s fitness competition if not equivalent or slightly behind it by a few horsepower... and IS300 was better than c class for sure journalist will grab lexus and say it's not an AMG
This the v8 that should've been in the new tundra just sayin
I feel there may be an IS500 convertible in the near future
nahh,, LC500 fills the void. And they have different plans for the IS anyways
IS200 got 4bangers,IS300 got JZ,and now this
Beams banger*
I have an ISF and it's a great car... but this video is straight up marketing. Disappointing considering what MT used to be like.
Heavily scripted advertisement. Cringe AF.
i don't get the logic of saying "passion = gas" ...it seems to now sound like holding onto something that was never real. Passion is speed, cornering, break and acceleration...not gas.
Do not like where ut goes. Video is pure advertisment, zero journalism at all. Car would probably defend it self among entusiasts either wat.
F***. Yes. 😍
My words exactly 😂
@@Nate-Aims LOL!!! I know it’s a puff press release, but lordy it got my pulse going.
Lexus must have paid a lot of money for this
For motor trend I would give this video a C. No stats or specs, but you did have a pro drivers opinion. He basically said it was a little slow but sounded good though.
Check out Raiti’s rides, he did a review of this car & he was a professional race car driver for a couple of years. He gave a really in depth review of this car
Take a shot every time he says v8
Hah….good luck finding one with demand and chip shortage. Car production down $10 million worldwide this year. I see normality in 2-3 years if that…..
And of course there is no picture of the engine.
Awesome looking design except for the rear.... What a mistake.... They should issue a recall to fix that ugliness
Can it beat old BMW F80 though ⁉️😅
They’re the same speed. F80 0-60 in 4.3 & the fastest time this car got was 4.37. If you put bigger performance tires on the rear wheels you can definitely get this down to 4.2 at least
This is why mags and RUclips reviews don't matter for cars they're just advertisements very few are honest and can be bought if the car is so good... it wouldn't need paid for reviews...the reviewers that aren't bought and give honest reviews would be claiming how good it is and they're not 🤷
It's a 2022 car. What do you want them to review? They probabyl got the car to try it out and advertise it. They will make a video of it when it actually out.
So that Jordan Maron guy is famous and wealthy because he PLAYS VIDEO GAMES?!? 🤦🏻♂️
Jesus, this world is crazy. But seriously, why was he even in this video? They’re acting like he’s Jay Leno or something ..... the guy just learned how to drive stick shift like a year ago 🤣
👍👍👍
Beautiful transmission cooler in the front grill - Nice job Lexus! If COOPER is reading these comments, if you can shove a V8 into an IS, couldn't you find a black colored transmission cooler?!?! Seriously...embarrassing!
Hey the rcf trans cooler bolts right up to the is500! Will be an easy swap with no cutting or anything any frustration! That will be my first “mod” along with a big brake kit!
great video but comes across too much like a paid advert
Because that’s what it is
The car could use a firmer suspension setup; it seems a little too soft.
👌😎👍
RUclipsrs are a thing now? 😄
Wow this review sucks. You guys call this journalism?
This or Toyota Camry TRD
Bad review! I watched it thrice (3x)
just kiddin...
This is a great car and all but 16 mpg when gas is nearing $6/gallon and the whole West Coast is on fire every year because of global warming is going to start feeling really out of touch really soon.
no problem... buy the IS 300 or 350 it looks almost identical... case closed
Great car, but what a disappointing video.
Driving while using cell phone, no one is noticing by me yes?
Nice. But I don't car for it. I'm more into electric cars. I'd take a Model S Plaid, Taycan Turbo S, or Audi eTron GT instead.
It’s the last of its kind, but electric cars are dope though. I liked the Tesla I drove for a week but ended up canceling my model Y performance order shortly after living with a Tesla. They are so close to being what I want them to be but as for now not quite! The excitement really wore off after 4-5 days. And interior quality wasn’t that good. Plus a lot of small issues I only found out about after joining Tesla owner groups.
@@Nate-Aims
Honestly, I'm not a fan of Tesla's quality (although I appreciate what the company has done for electric car technology). But, I absolutely love the Model S Plaid.
It's uncomfortable to me that the car don't have any sound. Maybe in the future when SJWs completely kill V8 and other engines with actual sound or diesel to travel longer. Sadly I'm not into them at all. Especially when they are overpriced.
@@Nate-Aims I work at tesla and should wait other companies like lucid, merc
WOULD SOMEBODY CHANGE THE SUPER GAUDY FRONT GRILLS ON THESE CARS.....YUCK
It’s like a dead feeling, muffled V8 “muscle car”