Is the 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance a sport sedan WORTH the PRICE?

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  • Опубликовано: 9 сен 2021
  • The updated IS 500 F Sport Performance is here to drive and Lexus has brought the V8 power. Under the hood is a 5.0L V8 that is churning out 472HP & is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. On the outside you will notice a power bulge hood, 19in Enkei wheels, and stacked exhaust. On the inside you will discover high level materials, and updated infotainment screen, and digital gauge cluster. Is the 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance a sport sedan WORTH the PRICE?
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  • @RaitisRides
    @RaitisRides  2 года назад +131

    Good morning everyone! Hold on tight for the ON THROTTLE action!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +4

      @@ishmaelshakurworldwide2380 we love our fans to the north! Thanks for being so supportive!

    • @deshawnlovell4872
      @deshawnlovell4872 2 года назад +1

      Ok see you then

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +2

      @@deshawnlovell4872 sounds good!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +2

      @@ishmaelshakurworldwide2380 😎👍🏻

    • @rzemos
      @rzemos 2 года назад +1

      Good morning joe!
      This is the moment that I've been waiting for 🤤

  • @efraingarcia5596
    @efraingarcia5596 2 года назад +447

    I’d pick Lexus all day instead of those other brands because it has a naturally aspirated v8 and the reliability that comes with these cars is insane!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +32

      That make some bullet prof engines for sure!

    • @rahimi4762
      @rahimi4762 2 года назад +20

      It looks old

    • @OneProN00B
      @OneProN00B 2 года назад +6

      Ct4 blackwing

    • @ftr911drvr
      @ftr911drvr 2 года назад +7

      Lol people say that and yet the RCF doesn't sell well.....I guess that's just true on RUclips 🤷

    • @ftr911drvr
      @ftr911drvr 2 года назад +8

      @@OneProN00B yeah at this price it's hard not to look at something like the CT4VB.

  • @hamzasyed5774
    @hamzasyed5774 2 года назад +223

    I'll always go for a lexus. Just a different feeling to be in a naturally aspirated v8 and the reliability

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +15

      It really brings it all!

    • @treyhale8063
      @treyhale8063 2 года назад

      @@RaitisRides LS series

    • @alexr4739
      @alexr4739 2 года назад

      I agree I love my 06 Lexus gs430 and I have new cars but I find myself driving that one

    • @hamzasyed5774
      @hamzasyed5774 2 года назад

      Yup can't do it without my 2016 GX 460

    • @TeeWadeG
      @TeeWadeG 2 года назад +1

      how many other sport sedans have you driven???
      Reliability is overrated from what I have seen. Shit I made a Dodge Charger RT reliable and go look at the reliability ratings of that thing.

  • @neilaltschuler6064
    @neilaltschuler6064 2 года назад +24

    I'm old school. V8 no turbo anxiety. Simple right to the point. Went to the top of my list. Four door goodness, reliability. Good investment. Seems to check all the boxes. Has the power when I need it. Just need a great stereo. Great enthusiastic review. Thanks a bunch Joe . You are the best.

  • @AZlivingFF
    @AZlivingFF 2 года назад +128

    This is THE MOST fun I’ve ever seen you have behind the wheel before! Based on that I’ll take the Lexus

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +19

      Thanks for letting me take you on throttle.

    • @geddon436
      @geddon436 2 года назад +1

      Check out his Nissan GTR video. It tops this one.

    • @juliekavanaugh4993
      @juliekavanaugh4993 2 года назад +1

      Check out his Acura NSX video.. He’s pretty pumped up on that video as well!

    • @ARentz07
      @ARentz07 Год назад

      @@juliekavanaugh4993 That is some good company for the Lexus. 😁

  • @tylerxaysana
    @tylerxaysana Год назад +7

    You know a car is too good when the reviewer is having this much fun driving it

  • @MrPugheaven
    @MrPugheaven 2 года назад +124

    Other than the track pad nonsense, I love the interior and don't think it's dated at all, I think it's contemporary... really love this, inside and outside, stunning cars built properly to last! No silly turbos, all NA and will last 3250k miles no problem! Loving the on throttle action, once of the best...

    • @omg_a_hoe
      @omg_a_hoe 2 года назад +7

      Would’ve been cool if they replaced the track pad with a wireless charger since there’s already a touchscreen

    • @juliofernandez8871
      @juliofernandez8871 Год назад

      Your mileage number looks weird! 3250k miles???

  • @stevenchoi9968
    @stevenchoi9968 2 года назад +5

    Lexus all day for me too baby! I just got the 2022 IS 350 Fsport a couple of weeks ago and I absolutely LOVE it. Now this IS 500 with the N/A V8 472 HP!!! WOW. Must be an absolute thrill ride to drive. Love your videos and N/A energy that you bring! 😄😆

  • @afacto
    @afacto 2 года назад +100

    Joe drove this car more for than 14 minutes! I can tell that he really likes it.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +15

      You better believe it!

    • @DnRprodxIL
      @DnRprodxIL 2 года назад +1

      You can take the man out of the muscle car, but you can't take the muscle car out of the man. He loves that NA V8!!!

  • @davidwolf226
    @davidwolf226 2 года назад +73

    Joe, as a long-time Lexus owner and a previous owner of a 2008 IS250 (cough, cough), I would most definitely go for one of these IS500's any day over any German product. The main reason would be because of the overall reliability of this product. I really got a kick out of this full-throttle review, too.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +6

      You are so very right about that David! Hands down!

    • @alicemccree
      @alicemccree 2 года назад +6

      2008 IS250 was my dad's first Lexus! He currently has the 2014 IS350 and passed the 2012 CT200 h down to me. We're a Lexus loving family! It's super reliable, lovely drive, and all around beautiful brand.

    • @tygervoods8358
      @tygervoods8358 2 года назад +6

      @@alicemccree same here, made the mistake of going German for my first car last year and it became riddled with problems, got tired of it and sold the merc and bought an is350. Now all 3 cars my family has are Toyota’s with two of them being with us for 6 and 12 years not a single major problem just peace of mind. You can trash Lexus all you want but you’re gonna be regretting when your car breaks down every other week lol learnt anxiety the hard way.

  • @agronjonuzi2585
    @agronjonuzi2585 2 года назад +9

    Joe you’re having way too much fun and I’m super jealous. Always been a big fan of Lexus because of their comfort and reliability and I think they did an amazing job with this IS. Great review!

  • @Peter-rq4xn
    @Peter-rq4xn 2 года назад +6

    Love the review Joe! This car is a keeper!! Thanks to Lori for the great camera work as well!

  • @mordymitrani4187
    @mordymitrani4187 2 года назад +16

    It is clear Joe that you love what you do Keep up the good work, you're the best out there!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +1

      Thanks for letting me share my passion with you!

  • @shawnkwil
    @shawnkwil 2 года назад +3

    Great review Raiti! I’m excited to see this Lexus can can out perform the new Acura TLX S sport. You’ve made my day!

  • @nicholashammond544
    @nicholashammond544 2 года назад +13

    Wow that thing is sweet, refined, sporty, historically reliable, and sounds awesome. I think I just found my daily driver after you posted the base prices because that is right in line. Was totally expecting a higher tag with that V8 and leather in there.

  • @reggiey1232
    @reggiey1232 2 года назад +43

    Guys let me tell you something. This car is one of the most fast selling cars in the market right now. I had to wait two months just to receive my Lexus IS 350 DHP. Imagine trying to get your hands on the IS 500 LOL Goodluck. I don’t feel like the interior is outdated at all. The fit and finish is nice and the cabin is comfortable and sporty.

    • @wileecoyote5749
      @wileecoyote5749 2 года назад +5

      RUclips and real life are 2 different things

    • @AnatolyKhalizev
      @AnatolyKhalizev 2 года назад +5

      yes, I don't see any IS in our Minnesota dealerships. Disappointing.

    • @inosurrender8327
      @inosurrender8327 2 года назад +5

      The dealer mark ups are going to be insane

    • @reggiey1232
      @reggiey1232 2 года назад +9

      @@wileecoyote5749 yeah a lot of people talk out of their ass when it comes to this car. When you see this car in person right in front you, I promise you’ll be itching to buy it.

    • @reggiey1232
      @reggiey1232 2 года назад +2

      @@AnatolyKhalizev I’m in Toronto, Canada and I had to buy the car with the specific trim that I wanted in another state/province and have it brought to a local dealer in my area. That’s how hard it is too find this car in any dealership right now. They’re are selling extremely fast

  • @carlcameron3524
    @carlcameron3524 2 года назад +20

    I’ve been waiting for this review 💯💯

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +5

      Trust me I’ve been waiting to bring you the ON THROTTLE action

  • @rf_v6
    @rf_v6 2 года назад +3

    hey joe, im off today from work, and i would say what a day to start my long weekend with you and lori’s content as always on 🔥🔥🔥

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад

      That is so awesome Ryan! I hope you have a great weekend.

  • @axelfoley1406
    @axelfoley1406 2 года назад

    All of your videos are consistently awesome! Thanks for the reviews!

  • @duanen2337
    @duanen2337 2 года назад

    I love how you made the price and everything appear on the screen. Excellent work!!!!!!

  • @browningchannel
    @browningchannel 2 года назад +5

    A great review Joe! The Lexus predator grille looks fantastic on the cars, it's the CUVs and SUVs where it gets stretched and looking a little wonky.

  • @samk1686
    @samk1686 2 года назад +4

    I can't wait till I can pick up mine this coming up week!!! So excited!

  • @ryanluna8121
    @ryanluna8121 2 года назад +1

    great review raiti! always love the enthusiasm!!!

  • @user-gp1ht6my5x
    @user-gp1ht6my5x 8 месяцев назад

    Thanks. Enjoyed the Presentation!

  • @jmr7river401
    @jmr7river401 2 года назад +10

    Red seats, V8, having a red glass of vino Rosso, on throttle, on throttle… just found my next car. Two years ago you convinced me to get the Toyota Highlander, loving it - no regrets but my wife will be inheriting my Highlander. Lexus With theV8 engine will be my next car. I can only imagine how much this car will be worth in a few years from now. Phenomenal review and thank you!!!

  • @CamdenBoggio
    @CamdenBoggio 2 года назад +82

    Absolutely incredible. If they made this AWD, this would be the only car I’d ever need!

    • @clamcrewcarclub6017
      @clamcrewcarclub6017 2 года назад +5

      RWD may not have the launch and traction prowess of AWD, but don’t you want to do burnouts or donuts every now and then 🤔 maybe the Clam Crew are all just reckless hoodlums

    • @Cynical496
      @Cynical496 2 года назад +22

      @@clamcrewcarclub6017 I’d rather have a safe, fully traction drive experience then a screechy vroom-vroom.

    • @Ecuador006
      @Ecuador006 2 года назад +1

      I would get the urus instead

    • @CamdenBoggio
      @CamdenBoggio 2 года назад +3

      @@clamcrewcarclub6017 I need something cool to drive everyday regardless of the weather and terrain

    • @clamcrewcarclub6017
      @clamcrewcarclub6017 2 года назад +7

      @@Cynical496 fake car enthusiast spotted 😂

  • @joetomasso495
    @joetomasso495 2 года назад

    Awesome review and great angles with the camera work !!

  • @christianwhalen2565
    @christianwhalen2565 2 года назад

    Love your reviews dude👍👍. Keep up the awesome work

  • @IamJay02
    @IamJay02 2 года назад +52

    This car has something the other brands don't. A naturally aspirated V8 that sounds absolutely insane.

    • @fp5495
      @fp5495 2 года назад +3

      A supercharged V8 Blackwing Caddy begs to seriously differ and makes Lexus' V8 kinda sound more like a V6.

    • @zhila5958
      @zhila5958 2 года назад

      @@fp5495 it doesn’t make the IS500 sound like a V6. however that CT5-V Blackwing is my favorite Caddy alongside the first gen CTS-V

    • @fp5495
      @fp5495 2 года назад

      @@zhila5958 Yup, I noticed that too. Not sure why Toyota didn't make it sound the same for this.

    • @zhila5958
      @zhila5958 2 года назад

      @@fp5495 wish it wasn’t that quiet. hopefully the next year they are going to do some tweaking

    • @fp5495
      @fp5495 2 года назад

      @@zhila5958 If there is a next year. Watch them make this a one-time one-off.

  • @Irishmanbikes
    @Irishmanbikes 2 года назад +22

    This is a fair price for this car, $61,000 I would like one too

    • @brandonhughes401
      @brandonhughes401 2 года назад +4

      Especially with all the stuff that comes with it as standard compared to the competition that you have to add on. This price is hard to beat.

    • @viper9857
      @viper9857 2 года назад +2

      Actual base price is going to 56.5k which is pretty good.

  • @LT-gc6ow
    @LT-gc6ow 2 года назад

    Awesome seeing Raiti in the is500, thanks for this one buddy

  • @dominickirkwood
    @dominickirkwood 2 года назад

    I love it my boy Joe keep up the work and I love the video lot real true this morning 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

  • @gazg00
    @gazg00 2 года назад +6

    Nice one Mr Raiti!!! Love that styling!!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +4

      Thanks Gary! They even gave it some bulge in the hood!

    • @gazg00
      @gazg00 2 года назад +3

      @@RaitisRides 🤣🤣🐐

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +2

      @@gazg00 😉👍🏻

  • @natnut2008
    @natnut2008 2 года назад +3

    Some reviewer said that it reminds them of an E90 M3 : RWD NA V8 ,smooth riding but a blast to drive on the street. Seems like a future classic to me.

  • @pabloescobar7679
    @pabloescobar7679 2 года назад +1

    Most underrated channel on youtube
    Really appreciate your reviews

  • @incognitoguitars9999
    @incognitoguitars9999 2 года назад

    Great job as always guys!

  • @afacto
    @afacto 2 года назад +61

    This has become one of my favorite cars! Love the naturally aspirated power and great work :)

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +8

      You have great taste!

    • @afacto
      @afacto 2 года назад +1

      @@RaitisRides Thanks!

    • @afacto
      @afacto 2 года назад +3

      @@RaitisRides A fun fact: when I first started watching you, you have 472K subscribers, which is the same number as this car’s horsepower.

  • @brandonhughes401
    @brandonhughes401 2 года назад +3

    2 more weeks and this beauty will be mine!!! Been waiting forever ♥️

  • @410Governor
    @410Governor 2 года назад

    Great driving review, Joe. Superb videography Lori❣️I’ve got a 2021 RX350, great car, very well built, super on interstates but not very fun to drive. I’m a performance sports sedan guy I guess!

  • @Gsrfieldballs
    @Gsrfieldballs 2 года назад

    Best review ever! Thanks!!

  • @universalenergy2311
    @universalenergy2311 2 года назад +24

    MAAAANNN! You had me thinking the price was going to be $90,000. It was the way you were describing the car and the things you get that cost extra. That’s not bad at all. That’s a great sales tactic as well. You got me!

    • @zacharyv1756
      @zacharyv1756 2 года назад +1

      For real I almost feel like it’s to cheap thought it was going to be a high 80s thousand dollar car

    • @stevenkhemraj
      @stevenkhemraj 2 года назад +1

      They are in the high 80s right now

    • @christinar8419
      @christinar8419 2 года назад +1

      They are after stealership markup

    • @user-sp3jc9ho6o
      @user-sp3jc9ho6o 2 месяца назад

      I just bought one 2024 68k

  • @abelhernandez3814
    @abelhernandez3814 2 года назад +55

    Sooo many on throttles. You’re like a kid In a candy store. Amazing!!!!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +7

      Heck yeah Abel! I wanted to make sure you are getting your money’s worth!

    • @abelhernandez3814
      @abelhernandez3814 2 года назад +5

      @@RaitisRides I definitely got my money’s worth plus a whole bag of pop rocks with that engine!! Can’t wait to see it in the driveway!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +2

      @@abelhernandez3814 heck yeah man!

  • @davidbechtold3877
    @davidbechtold3877 2 года назад

    Forget the subscriptions to CAR & DRIVER, MOTORTREND, AUTOWEEK...... all you need are Joe Raiti's reviews. Very through, crisp summary... between the Twinky storage space observations and the ON-THROTTLE blips.....the reviews are always a blast! Keep the performance car reviews coming. Great job Joe! Is there an on-line library archive of past reviews? Sure I can search, however, did not know if you have a list for subscribers. Thanks!

  • @icelandview4392
    @icelandview4392 Год назад

    Thanks for your review!

  • @seaneckhart9914
    @seaneckhart9914 2 года назад +14

    This car is gonna keep its value like crazy. It might even go up when everything is electric in a few years

    • @ndfind
      @ndfind 2 года назад

      I sure hope so

    • @h3cz_
      @h3cz_ 10 месяцев назад

      Facts. It will.

  • @veradrummond9002
    @veradrummond9002 2 года назад +6

    2 big macs and a bottle of syrup for the doors. The Japanese were really thinking about the Mericans

  • @conwayleaf9021
    @conwayleaf9021 Год назад +2

    Your IS500 reviews are always so fun to watch. Seems like one heck of a sporty daily driver.

  • @gafire25
    @gafire25 2 года назад +1

    great review! love that car and sound! Lori great job as always!!!! is this a v8 toyota has made? hope toyota puts one in a sedan not just a truck! great one!

  • @alv4475
    @alv4475 2 года назад +4

    The IS series just has those beautiful classic Lexus lines that I love. The transmission is the only thing holding this car back from being a true competitor performance wise to its German counterparts.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +1

      That is an excellent perspective on the transmission.

  • @racebannon2332
    @racebannon2332 2 года назад +37

    If you want better performance than purchase the M3, Mercedes c63(s) or Audi RS4. The Lexus IS a normally aspirated V8 with adequate performance for most but the utmost in craftsmanship and reliability. If it had AWD it would be more ideal, but having owned a BMW M3, M5 and M6 I can attest these vehicles have crazy performance but chronic unreliability. I’ll take the Lexus

    • @alh06
      @alh06 2 года назад +6

      This is far less expensive though, at an M340i or C43 price point

    • @OnyxVenator
      @OnyxVenator 2 года назад +2

      I'll take Race Bannon's word over some german marketing team any day LOL

    • @Katiemtz099
      @Katiemtz099 2 года назад +1

      I’ll take the m3 over Audi & Mercedes

    • @jonathannavarro6679
      @jonathannavarro6679 2 года назад

      Even the M440i and M340i outperform this lexus and they are reliable and less than an M3 and M5 would be.

    • @alh06
      @alh06 2 года назад +2

      @@jonathannavarro6679 They are not reliable.

  • @IamJay02
    @IamJay02 2 года назад

    Been waiting for this!

  • @dylantoussaintinnocent5920
    @dylantoussaintinnocent5920 2 года назад +2

    Sorry Joe if I wasn’t commenting your videos Has you can school in my country has started but I always love your videos this Lexus is amazing 🤩

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +1

      I totally understand Dylan! I appreciate you tuning in whenever you can.

  • @toddwatkins9666
    @toddwatkins9666 2 года назад +6

    Lexus does an AWESOME job with those sport sedans..I DEFINITELY think you get a lot of bang for your buck!!!

  • @ConfirmedPatriot
    @ConfirmedPatriot 2 года назад +3

    I can only imagine the sound with a cold air intake, as it sounds like it has one already. I like it most cause its such a sleeper car.

  • @hid4us
    @hid4us 2 года назад

    I enjoyed this video as much as Joe enjoyed driving it 😀

  • @zyou8er
    @zyou8er 2 года назад +1

    My last GS300 had over 200k miles all original, not a single issue! Now I have a supercharged GS-f and I LOVE it!!!

  • @yes8032
    @yes8032 2 года назад +24

    I’m impressed with this ISF Sport 🔥🔥

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад

      I’m so glad that I can share it with you George!

    • @Toyota4Life
      @Toyota4Life 2 года назад +5

      F Sport performance **** let’s get the name right

    • @yes8032
      @yes8032 2 года назад

      @@RaitisRides 👍🏽

    • @yes8032
      @yes8032 2 года назад

      @@Toyota4Life oh yes my bad sir 👍🏽

  • @robstyles2675
    @robstyles2675 2 года назад +3

    As a ISF owner i approve this message

  • @OniTheWolf
    @OniTheWolf 2 года назад

    Great review Raiti! Considering an Audi S4 and M340i as choices for my next car when my 2019 Volvo S60 lease ends. Will definitely have to check this one out! Also going to add the S60 T8 Polestar Engineered to the list. That’s one you should check out if you haven’t already as an alternative to the German and Japanese mid-tier sport sedans.

  • @ProIlluzionz
    @ProIlluzionz 2 года назад +1

    Wooo! Waited for this one !

  • @iamnoone9299
    @iamnoone9299 2 года назад +7

    if this is gonna be the last of it's kind in terms of engine specification before everything goes hybrid or EV I hope I can save up and buy this. my dream car truly. coz you can use it everyday.

    • @eleanormassaro5195
      @eleanormassaro5195 2 года назад

      Me too!

    • @doughboy5858
      @doughboy5858 2 года назад

      Supposedly there will be a full on IS F with a twin turbo v8 in the next year or 2. Once that’s released bmw & Mercedes fanboys head’s will explode lol

  • @tomdrummy4984
    @tomdrummy4984 2 года назад +5

    On throttle !! Engine sounds awesome 👍

  • @richroggio
    @richroggio 2 года назад +2

    Joe I love that new Lexus IS 500. the styling blows me away and the interior is beautiful. the dash is not dated and I like the touchscreen.

  • @Timalannovotny
    @Timalannovotny 2 года назад

    Thanks Lori for the hard work
    Thanks joe for the review and humor!
    I would take the ES ultra luxury series though

  • @sierra283blue5
    @sierra283blue5 2 года назад +5

    No replacement for displacement!!!!! Definitely I have a love for horsepower and a damn good exhaust note. Not a fan of the EV market or impressed with the lack of true driving experience you get from a gasoline engine.

  • @D.N.R.911
    @D.N.R.911 2 года назад +8

    Thanks Joe, I would purchase it for the V8 alone :)

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +2

      You are so very welcome! You have great taste!

  • @astudentpilotlife
    @astudentpilotlife Год назад +1

    Beside it just look very similar to my 2017 Lexus IS200t both the outside and inside. It still look like a actual car unlike those newer one rely on touch screen and boring internior look.

  • @vincemeier6180
    @vincemeier6180 2 года назад

    Nice car & lines red leather is spot on that will be my next interior color in a sport sedan ! As far as the dash yes not bad kind of retroish vents from a space movie. I’ll be watching the next review for on throttle of course so I can see how it compares to the others and Joe I’m hoping you can take a few ticks of the 4.6 time you mentioned !!

  • @PhilLayshioh
    @PhilLayshioh 2 года назад +4

    Im pleasantly surprised at the price. I was expecting $75k-80k from rumors I’d been hearing.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +1

      It is very competitive to the competition.

  • @tomdrummy4984
    @tomdrummy4984 2 года назад +5

    Ah, breakfast with the Raiti’s again 😊
    It’s worth the $ because of Lexus reliability and build quality

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +1

      Great way to start your day! ON THROTTLE!

  • @JulioTRD
    @JulioTRD 2 года назад +1

    That Toyota V8 sounds AMAZING!!! and those twisty bits... best road in the area, I love it!

  • @josereta2321
    @josereta2321 2 года назад

    Awesome review

  • @HOV4N
    @HOV4N 2 года назад +11

    Please bring out the ISF! Hoping it comes boosted

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +4

      Will be interesting to see what happens.

    • @inosurrender8327
      @inosurrender8327 2 года назад +4

      Rumors have it that it will have a TT V8

  • @subienorris
    @subienorris 2 года назад +4

    This is a beautiful car!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад

      I totally feel the same with you!

  • @fleuger99
    @fleuger99 10 месяцев назад

    The wheels are pronounced as En Kay. LOL! Good review. I just bought a 2023 model and absolutely love it!

  • @arvinraedelacruz5567
    @arvinraedelacruz5567 2 года назад +1

    i love your videos man! keep it up! 💯

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад

      That means so very much!

    • @arvinraedelacruz5567
      @arvinraedelacruz5567 2 года назад

      @@RaitisRides I watched your video about the 2022 Kia Stinger GT, and now I own one😂

  • @Itzallgoood
    @Itzallgoood 2 года назад +14

    I like the price. Love the V8. As for the lack of tech. No prob. The sound of the V8 engine does it for me.

    • @Cynical496
      @Cynical496 2 года назад

      And that’s the name of this car lol

    • @el1teman
      @el1teman 2 года назад +2

      which tech you missing in this?

    • @brandonhughes401
      @brandonhughes401 2 года назад

      @@el1teman that's what I'm trying to figure out. It has everything (or at least 95%) the BMW's, Mercedes, Audis and etc has

    • @Cynical496
      @Cynical496 2 года назад

      @@el1teman an interior that doesn’t look like it’s from 2014.

    • @el1teman
      @el1teman 2 года назад

      @@Cynical496 ah so it's an old interior that hasn't been updated in a long time? Thanks!

  • @geoffm3031
    @geoffm3031 2 года назад +5

    I love the all the on throttle performance. But if Lexus IS 500 is gonna have a big brother I'll wait for that one. And Thanks Laurie!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +1

      They say it is coming Geoff! Thanks for showing Lori some love!

  • @Spadoodles
    @Spadoodles 2 года назад +2

    GMORNING JOE WOOOOOO BEEN WAITING FOR THIS!!!!!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +1

      Morning! I know it’s been a long time coming!

  • @John.Christopher
    @John.Christopher 2 года назад +1

    Sounds amazing!!!

  • @OleMisss
    @OleMisss 2 года назад +8

    This surely will take customers away from bmw, audi, & mercedes. This is the hottest sedan of the year.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +2

      I totally agree with you!

    • @inosurrender8327
      @inosurrender8327 2 года назад +3

      No kidding I contacted my local Lexus dealer & all the IS 500 models except for the higher priced launch edition have already been pre purchased w a deposit

  • @brandonhughes401
    @brandonhughes401 2 года назад +4

    I told folks it's would be around $56k 🙄. Those who said $70k for MSRP looking hella stupid

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +2

      They definitely couldn’t price themselves out of the market.

    • @kyoakland
      @kyoakland 2 года назад

      Hella?? Must be from the bay but I'll be getting one used fasho my bay brother

  • @POVIEWS
    @POVIEWS Год назад +1

    In love with my IS500, it will be in my garage for a long time to come.

  • @ExtraSync
    @ExtraSync Год назад +1

    I was customizing a all black one on their website and ngl I might consider one of these in all black. Right now my top 3 for cars are Corvette, and the mustang/is500. Still got a lot of time left to decide, happy I finally decided on 3 cars tho. Shooting for next summer or spring

  • @MJ-fg5hr
    @MJ-fg5hr 2 года назад +15

    I have never seen Joe so excited about any car. The IS500 must be the sweet spot. I purchased the new IS350 and love it, so the V8 must take the experience to another level. I am curious to know how the IS500 compares to the Giulia QV.

    • @tri3pleagent
      @tri3pleagent 2 года назад

      You must not have seen his CT5-V Blackwing videos. Go watch those.

    • @seshalex949
      @seshalex949 2 года назад

      Sad

    • @ARentz07
      @ARentz07 Год назад

      I had a 2021 IS 350 and traded it on an IS 500. It was the best dumb decision I have ever made. I am in love.

    • @EugeneLopez-tp5hb
      @EugeneLopez-tp5hb 7 месяцев назад

      Really? I guess you haven’t watched any of his videos. He acts goofy on all of them.

  • @freshdotholla
    @freshdotholla 2 года назад +10

    im a huge lexus fan boy even with a v8 i find 67,400 in this market with no discounts kinda steep, i paid 82,500 for a LC inspiration during lockdown, guess ill keep enjoying that for now

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +3

      You definitely got a very good deal on the LC.

    • @normt430
      @normt430 2 года назад +3

      Even the 400 lb-ft of torque CT5-V 3.0TT is in the $50's!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +1

      @@normt430 you are so very right Norm!

    • @brianb7844
      @brianb7844 2 года назад +6

      @@normt430 Then go buy the Cadillac. The Lexus, in V8 form, will be worth more years from now and more reliable.

    • @redzoom7857
      @redzoom7857 2 года назад +1

      Most people aren’t buying the launch edition (only 500), so nowhere near $67k. Thusly most will fall in the $56-$61k range.

  • @whoarie
    @whoarie 2 года назад

    Solid Rai Rai, Solid.

  • @Mark-de4hj
    @Mark-de4hj Год назад

    Great job showcasing this sexy beautiful car! You put a smile on my face vicariously enjoying the ride and the sound this hot car makes.

  • @luckysarai2122
    @luckysarai2122 2 года назад +19

    I’ve been going back and forth on this and an M3. Short term M3 hands down, but long term IS500. The reliability factor and lower price point is what is drawing me to the 500.

    • @MrEliteLolz
      @MrEliteLolz 2 года назад +1

      If your leasing the M3 would be better, but if your buying and planning to keep it the lexus would be better. Both cars will have good resale value, you can always sell it.

    • @TRD_Nate
      @TRD_Nate 2 года назад +2

      I’m in the same boat! Really really thought about a new m3 or m340i, I’m just scared long term. I just can’t put my money down on a car id be worried about long term, it just doesn’t make sense to me and scares me.

    • @ZeerXX
      @ZeerXX 2 года назад +3

      @@TRD_Nate If it scares you that means you can't afford it so why even put it on your list.

    • @TRD_Nate
      @TRD_Nate 2 года назад +10

      @@ZeerXX Nah man. I can afford to buy one outright cash, just don’t want to deal with issues later on. I value quality and longevity.

    • @MrEliteLolz
      @MrEliteLolz 2 года назад

      @@TRD_Nate Both cars are sick af bro

  • @adityaranjit
    @adityaranjit 2 года назад +3

    I'm so early Joe hasn't even gotten to the door panels

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад

      I appreciate you making it to this one!😎👍🏻

  • @joely3439
    @joely3439 2 года назад

    Great car! Great review. Lori keeps working her magic too.

  • @tougeruzbay
    @tougeruzbay 2 года назад +2

    3:10 that's actually the transmission cooler. Lexus didn't bother to put in the oil cooler but there's room to put on there so props to Lexus for having the options for modifications to put down on this IS500

  • @deshawnlovell4872
    @deshawnlovell4872 2 года назад +4

    I can't wait for you to do the raptor and the all new chavy zr2

  • @ninchalla_creates
    @ninchalla_creates 2 года назад +7

    I'd take this over the competition

    • @kristians2704
      @kristians2704 2 года назад

      not the m3 though

    • @ninchalla_creates
      @ninchalla_creates 2 года назад

      @@kristians2704 I dont like the m3 front end so I'm definitely taking this. Plus this got a v8

    • @NissanSkylineVR30
      @NissanSkylineVR30 2 года назад

      @@kristians2704 It doesn't compete with the M3. This is why Lexus changed the name to the IS500. They know the car is too slow. The M340i is faster.

    • @Anthony-dk7de
      @Anthony-dk7de 2 года назад

      @@NissanSkylineVR30 Fast isn’t all that matters in a car. The P100D is fast but non-emotional.

    • @NissanSkylineVR30
      @NissanSkylineVR30 2 года назад

      @@Anthony-dk7de But we aren't talking about the P100D. The M340i and M3/M4 are emotional cars. They are fun.

  • @marcosinamo5362
    @marcosinamo5362 2 года назад

    Just found out this channel. You're crazy energy somewhat entertaining to watch 🤣.

  • @sonboogie
    @sonboogie 2 года назад

    That was a blast!

  • @slipknotron1626
    @slipknotron1626 2 года назад +4

    Another great one Joe thank you. Man is anything affordable anymore? I'm in the market for 45k and under. Looking for a comfortable family hauler when my 3 kids and wife are in the car and still turns and takes off when it's just me. Any recommendations?

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад +3

      Prices are out of control! I would say Kia Stinger GT or GT-LINE.

    • @slipknotron1626
      @slipknotron1626 2 года назад +4

      That what I am leaning towards. I test drove a g70 with the 3.3t had a blast but the back seat room is a zonk!!!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 года назад

      @@slipknotron1626 I totally agree with you, plus the cargo space in the Stinger is massive.

    • @slipknotron1626
      @slipknotron1626 2 года назад +1

      @@RaitisRides thanks joe I'm going to check them out 👍

    • @rahimi4762
      @rahimi4762 2 года назад

      @@RaitisRides he means luxury branded

  • @DM72513
    @DM72513 2 года назад +3

    Another dagger in the heart of the Acura TLX Type S at the Base trim ($56k). I wish the car had launch control but I have to assume that 0-60 is better than claimed. This car from a roll is probably much faster.

    • @RaY_77W
      @RaY_77W 2 года назад +2

      Base type s price is 52K u can only get it to 56k if it has every option and accessory available or a dealer mark up. And the car does have launch control it just isn’t bragging about it… yes I agree the car falls short in performance from factory but Honda mobile mechanic did a simple inlet tube upgrade and a Dow pipe and it can now do 13.0 to 12.8/9. Now imagine when a tunes get out? ruclips.net/video/R2UhjamJtrk/видео.html
      Oh and the 0-60 of the is500 is definitely better than claimed. More like 4.3-4.0

    • @doughboy5858
      @doughboy5858 2 года назад

      @@RaY_77W yeah some reviewers have timed it at 4.3 the RC F is at 3.9 & this car isn’t that much heavier

    • @TRD_Nate
      @TRD_Nate 2 года назад +1

      @@doughboy5858 this car is only slower due to a smaller rear tire. I bet it will be on par with the rcf once you put a wider tire on.

    • @doughboy5858
      @doughboy5858 2 года назад

      @@TRD_Nate yeah definitely, I think it can definitely get under 4 seconds with the right tuning as well. Idk if I would add anything aftermarket because it’s pretty great as it is. Not to mention with the rear slip differential it’s a beast at drifting

    • @TRD_Nate
      @TRD_Nate 2 года назад +1

      @@doughboy5858 oh yeah! Probably the most fun you can have in a sedan along side the m3! I think of this as a newer e92 m3!

  • @MarC-ot5gl
    @MarC-ot5gl 2 года назад

    I always enjoyed watching your videos but I have just subscribed to your channel after viewing this particular video. Seeing the way you loved driving it confirmed I made teh right decision. My name is tagged on one and will be a white on white - Keep up the great work!!

  • @LeQuito
    @LeQuito 2 года назад

    I love you guys video's! You didn't Zonk! the faux Carbon engine cover... I really love this car now it has touchscreen