Lexus doesn't need ambient lighting and things that do nothing. Lexus buyers sign deals for reliability, comfort, and lastly resale value. Lexus is all about balance and being humble.
Lexus needs to update the Interior! ES 350 interior with ambient lighting and updated infotainment with power folding mirrors and puddle lamps would be godsent
Thank you so much for doing this video! We need more RUclipsrs to be as in-depth as you! Appreciate you! 🫶🏽 May your channel grow and prosper! ☺️ Stay Blessed Burtha! 🫡
I bought my IS500 and couldn't be happier. I also have a 2021 Camry XSE V6 that has some options that I wish the IS had. Like a HUD, ambient lighting. Love Toyota/Lexus
Just got mine two days ago,white exterior and black interior. Test drive it a minute and turn around the sale person ask me is there something wrong, I reply yes its really bad extremely addictive and I am buying it,everything is perfect for me love the sound system don't care much about the infotainment stuff, just focus on driving and the engine sound. It's expensive but no regrets
Just a quick note, the prices listed in this episode include all fees as stated by Lexus. Lexus doesn't list their shipping and handling fees (at least I could not find them for the 2023 IS). Hope you enjoy the episode and thanks for watching!
I had a 2007 IS… then bought five other BMWs. 5 series and 6 series. My 2022 IS350 Fsport is the best of them all! Would get an IS500. But in Boston I need AWD don’t want to have to swap rubber
Do any of the 2023 IS 350's come with the BBS forged wheels? Im seeing many 2022 IS's with the BBS wheels but all the new 2023's have the gloss metallic ones. If you have any insight that would be great, thanks!
Yes, the 19in. BBS wheels are available as optional wheels for the IS 350 F Sport and both IS 500s. For the IS 350 F Sport I believe you have to add the Handling pack as well so you're looking at about ~$3,220 to add the wheels. For the IS500s they are ~$2,450 to add the wheels. Thanks for the question. Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
HELLO. PLS ASSIST. I WANT TO BUY A 2023 LEXUS IS350 F SPORT, AND THE DEALER IS INCLUDING A PACKAGE BECAUSE THAT IS HOW IT WAS MANUFACTURED . HOW MUCH WOULD U PAY FOR THIS LEXUS OUT OF THE DOOR? WOULD U RECOMMEND NOT PAYING MORE THAN 50K ? ANY SUGGESTION HOWMUCH IS TOO MUCH TO PAY
I’m trying to confirm I got f sport and not f sport design. When I put the Vin in Kelly blue book, it comes up as design. But the build sheet says f sport and I have only features that come in f sport - vented seats, metal foot plates, heated steering wheel, etc. The build sheet makes no mention of f sport design.
@@cidlopez Definitely sounds to me from what you listed that you have an F SPORT. There might have been a mistake when the car was registered. You might have to go back the dealer or the DMV to see if it can get corrected. Hope you get it figured out!
Hey, my man! I'm honestly undecided between the 2023 IS F Sport and F Sport Design [Both RWD]. I've been looking into both trim, and honestly, one has plenty more features than the other but looking at the power aspect is nothing different unless I add the tuned suspension and exhaust for the F Sport. Don't really care much for it but still undecided. Hopefully this weekend I can see the major difference in person.
You didn’t cover the IS 300 AWD F Sport 1 and 2. We ended up going with the F sport 2 300 AWD vs 350F, as didn’t feel much different when punching it. With budget savings vs 350F, we got the Lexus sport exhaust. Our wheels are staggered as well.
I believe those are specific to Canada (Correct me if I'm wrong). I only covered the US trims. Congrats on the new IS! Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
In my checking... I would say with 95% certainty that yes they are they same thing. I think the 2GR is the internal Toyota engine series name. If anyone would like to chime in please do. Thank you for the question. Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
@@cloudypacis there much of a difference with have the sport + on the handling package and just having the Lexus without the handling package without the sport + one?
@@mansmooth255 I honestly don't know because I have not driven the IS350 without the handling package. But my guess is because of adaptive suspensions it should drive a little smoother in the handling package version
No, not all 2023 IS models are equipped with the ML system. The ONLY one that gets its standard is the IS 500 F Sport Performance Premium. The ML system is available as a $2750 option for the IS 300 models and the IS 350 F Sport models (does not include F Sport Design models). I hope this answers your question. Appreciate the question!
I really enjoyed this video. Originally I wanted a 350 but now I’m in the market for a 500. I have yet to find one with the exact specs i’m looking for. I might have to order one and we all know how that goes.. 😩
Thanks for the feedback! I hope you're able to find the IS 500 you want! Let me know what you end up with. Good luck! Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
I had to place an order for my IS500 last year in October. Was able to get the exact exterior and interior color I wanted . Just got my IS500 a few weeks ago. I love it! Worth the wait
The biggest difference is going to be the engine. The IS 350 gets the uprated V6 with 311HP/280lb-ft. The IS 300 does get a V6 but it only has 260HP/236lb-ft and the IS 300 also has an inline 4 available. Then, yes there are a lot of similarities. Both have and F Sport design trim and F Sport trim both are available with either RWD or AWD. I hope that helps. Thank you for the question. Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
I'm surprised they don't either but I think Lexus may skip the hybrid and go straight to full EV. I could be wrong though. Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
It should be, but unfortunately they typically arent and are listed as dealer installed options. Its how dealers make more money. You should feel free to try and negotiate those to be no cost or significantly lower. Good luck! Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
I’m sure the 3.5V6 isn’t lazy . If ur asking if u get a surge of torque off idle due to small turbo ? I’m sure the answer is no. However , the natural aspirated V6 has plenty power Down low but I’m sure as you rev it out it has solid power. Also be sure u put it in sport mode and allow gearbox and engine to be at operating temp.
haha when I went to the Lexus dealership they wanted to sell me an IS350 when I wanted to order the IS500. Love my IS500. I already have a top trim V6 Camry as a daily
Lexus doesn't need ambient lighting and things that do nothing. Lexus buyers sign deals for reliability, comfort, and lastly resale value. Lexus is all about balance and being humble.
I appreciate the simple interior. Classy. Classic.
Appreciate your thoughts. Thank you for dropping in and commenting!
Lexus needs to update the Interior! ES 350 interior with ambient lighting and updated infotainment with power folding mirrors and puddle lamps would be godsent
I completely agree, the interior does need to be updated! Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
Wait the 300 does not have folding mirrors - even as an option or in a package? Bummer if true. And for the ventilated seats then need the 350F?
thank you for this!!
You're welcome! Hope you found it helpful. Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
Thank you so much for doing this video! We need more RUclipsrs to be as in-depth as you! Appreciate you! 🫶🏽 May your channel grow and prosper! ☺️ Stay Blessed Burtha! 🫡
Appreciate the kind words, thank you! Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
Great video. Thanks!
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Lexus does it with all da trim levels 😍😍💯
Thanks for your video.
Thank you for watching it! Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
I bought my IS500 and couldn't be happier. I also have a 2021 Camry XSE V6 that has some options that I wish the IS had. Like a HUD, ambient lighting. Love Toyota/Lexus
Appreciate your thoughts. Thank you for dropping in and commenting!
Great video thank you for posting this. I bought a certified pre owned 2022 with 5.8k miles. Has ultra white exterior with white nuluxe interior.
Thank you for the kind words. Congrats on the 2022, very nice! Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
I am waiting on my 2023 IS 500 Premium. Thank you for all your info.
Congrats on the IS 500! You're welcome, thank you for drpping in and commenting!
Just got mine two days ago,white exterior and black interior. Test drive it a minute and turn around the sale person ask me is there something wrong, I reply yes its really bad extremely addictive and I am buying it,everything is perfect for me love the sound system don't care much about the infotainment stuff, just focus on driving and the engine sound. It's expensive but no regrets
Congrats on the new IS! Appreciate your thoughts. Thank you for dropping in and commenting!
Just a quick note, the prices listed in this episode include all fees as stated by Lexus. Lexus doesn't list their shipping and handling fees (at least I could not find them for the 2023 IS). Hope you enjoy the episode and thanks for watching!
I had a 2007 IS… then bought five other BMWs. 5 series and 6 series. My 2022 IS350 Fsport is the best of them all!
Would get an IS500. But in Boston I need AWD don’t want to have to swap rubber
I need AWD where I am too 👍 Appreciate your thoughts. Thank you for dropping in and commenting!
omg, I am in Boston too and I don't want a suv and this car is one of my top 5 on my list..
Do any of the 2023 IS 350's come with the BBS forged wheels? Im seeing many 2022 IS's with the BBS wheels but all the new 2023's have the gloss metallic ones. If you have any insight that would be great, thanks!
Yes, the 19in. BBS wheels are available as optional wheels for the IS 350 F Sport and both IS 500s. For the IS 350 F Sport I believe you have to add the Handling pack as well so you're looking at about ~$3,220 to add the wheels. For the IS500s they are ~$2,450 to add the wheels. Thanks for the question. Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
Good information I just ordered my 350 fsport
Congrats on the 350 F Sport! Care to your spec? Colors? Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
@@MtnRoads white with red interior 👌
@@100406958 Very nice, congrats again!
@@100406958 I got mine, exactly the same colors. I love it
Too late, I bought the IS500 sport performance premium and I absolutely love it. its a beast!!! Atomic Silver with black 19" rims.
Congrats on the IS500! Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
I need the ISF!!!
Wouldn't mind having one myself. Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
HELLO. PLS ASSIST. I WANT TO BUY A 2023 LEXUS IS350 F SPORT, AND THE DEALER IS INCLUDING A PACKAGE BECAUSE THAT IS HOW IT WAS MANUFACTURED . HOW MUCH WOULD U PAY FOR THIS LEXUS OUT OF THE DOOR? WOULD U RECOMMEND NOT PAYING MORE THAN 50K ? ANY SUGGESTION HOWMUCH IS TOO MUCH TO PAY
This was helpful.
Thank you for the feedback and Im glad it was. Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
@@MtnRoads it was so helpful that I went out and bought an is350. Lol.
@@cidlopez LOL thats awesome! Probably one of the best comments I've ever got! Appreciate the follow up and congrats on the new IS!!
I’m trying to confirm I got f sport and not f sport design. When I put the Vin in Kelly blue book, it comes up as design. But the build sheet says f sport and I have only features that come in f sport - vented seats, metal foot plates, heated steering wheel, etc.
The build sheet makes no mention of f sport design.
@@cidlopez Definitely sounds to me from what you listed that you have an F SPORT. There might have been a mistake when the car was registered. You might have to go back the dealer or the DMV to see if it can get corrected. Hope you get it figured out!
Hey, my man! I'm honestly undecided between the 2023 IS F Sport and F Sport Design [Both RWD]. I've been looking into both trim, and honestly, one has plenty more features than the other but looking at the power aspect is nothing different unless I add the tuned suspension and exhaust for the F Sport. Don't really care much for it but still undecided. Hopefully this weekend I can see the major difference in person.
Sounds like a fun weekend! Hope you'll check back in and let us know what you went with. Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
what did you end up deciding on getting and what differences did you notice?
If you don't know why you'd get the F Sport over the Design already, just get the Design. The mechanical aspects of the Sport will be lost on you.
You didn’t cover the IS 300 AWD F Sport 1 and 2. We ended up going with the F sport 2 300 AWD vs 350F, as didn’t feel much different when punching it. With budget savings vs 350F, we got the Lexus sport exhaust. Our wheels are staggered as well.
I believe those are specific to Canada (Correct me if I'm wrong). I only covered the US trims. Congrats on the new IS! Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
@@MtnRoads ok, didn’t think of that … good point sir!
I've seen lexus dealers with the options 2GR and v6 3.5 on the IS 350, but they are the same, aren't they?
In my checking... I would say with 95% certainty that yes they are they same thing. I think the 2GR is the internal Toyota engine series name. If anyone would like to chime in please do. Thank you for the question. Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
Is the handling package with mark levinson worth it for the 350 F sport design?
Yes, I have it and I specially love listening to music with Mark Levinson sound system
@@cloudypacis there much of a difference with have the sport + on the handling package and just having the Lexus without the handling package without the sport + one?
@@mansmooth255 I honestly don't know because I have not driven the IS350 without the handling package. But my guess is because of adaptive suspensions it should drive a little smoother in the handling package version
@@cloudypac thank you.Can you tell a difference as for quickness when you go from sport to sport plus?
wait, so not all the 2023 IS models are equipped with Mark Levinson sound system? or what is it exactly?
No, not all 2023 IS models are equipped with the ML system. The ONLY one that gets its standard is the IS 500 F Sport Performance Premium. The ML system is available as a $2750 option for the IS 300 models and the IS 350 F Sport models (does not include F Sport Design models). I hope this answers your question. Appreciate the question!
I really enjoyed this video. Originally I wanted a 350 but now I’m in the market for a 500. I have yet to find one with the exact specs i’m looking for. I might have to order one and we all know how that goes.. 😩
Thanks for the feedback! I hope you're able to find the IS 500 you want! Let me know what you end up with. Good luck! Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
I had to place an order for my IS500 last year in October. Was able to get the exact exterior and interior color I wanted . Just got my IS500 a few weeks ago. I love it! Worth the wait
@@xochilquetzal18 Congrats on the new IS500!
What is the difference between the IS 300 F sport and the IS 350 F sport ? Are they basically the same vehicle ?
The biggest difference is going to be the engine. The IS 350 gets the uprated V6 with 311HP/280lb-ft. The IS 300 does get a V6 but it only has 260HP/236lb-ft and the IS 300 also has an inline 4 available. Then, yes there are a lot of similarities. Both have and F Sport design trim and F Sport trim both are available with either RWD or AWD. I hope that helps. Thank you for the question. Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
@@MtnRoads Thanks for the explanation 👍
Wish they had a hybrid
I'm surprised they don't either but I think Lexus may skip the hybrid and go straight to full EV. I could be wrong though. Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
The Lexus is Ive seen have huge markups with include something like a coat of paint protection , shouldn’t that be included
It should be, but unfortunately they typically arent and are listed as dealer installed options. Its how dealers make more money. You should feel free to try and negotiate those to be no cost or significantly lower. Good luck! Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
The only mistake was in which models get the mica 2.0. it's the 350 and 500, not the 300.
You are correct. Thank you for the correction and apologies for the oversight. Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
Question is the 3.5 lazy? Compared to the 2.0t ?
What the hell is that supposed to mean?
@@aluisious somebody told me the 3.5 was quite lazy
I’m sure the 3.5V6 isn’t lazy . If ur asking if u get a surge of torque off idle due to small turbo ? I’m sure the answer is no. However , the natural aspirated V6 has plenty power Down low but I’m sure as you rev it out it has solid power. Also be sure u put it in sport mode and allow gearbox and engine to be at operating temp.
No hud cmon Lexus
If the IS survives another a year, hopefully Lexus can add it. Appreciate you dropping in and commenting!
If you buy an IS and you don't get the 500, you're wrong.
haha when I went to the Lexus dealership they wanted to sell me an IS350 when I wanted to order the IS500. Love my IS500. I already have a top trim V6 Camry as a daily
I never see is500 on road. A lot of v6 models though