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    Lexus IS

    Lexus IS

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    Debuting in Australia in 1999, the Lexus IS is a mid-sized rear-wheel drive medium-sized sedan pitting the luxury Japanese brand into a battle with the likes of the BMW's 3 Series and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

    Over the years it has remained true to its rear-drive roots, offering four-cylinder, hybrid and fire-breathing naturally aspirated V8 versions. The range extends from IS IS300 Luxury at $59,340 up to the IS IS350 Sports Luxury at $83,142.

    The second generation car debuted in Australia in 2006, with the V8-powered F not landing until 2009. The third version of Lexus's most popular model landed locally in 2013, with the model's first turbocharged engine arriving two years later.

    Lexus IS Reviews

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    Lexus IS200t F Sport 2017 review

    Lexus IS200t F Sport 2017 review

    13 Feb 2017 by Peter Anderson
    Peter Anderson road tests and reviews the new Lexus IS200t F Sport with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more
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    Lexus IS350 Sport Luxury 2017 review

    Lexus IS350 Sport Luxury 2017 review

    10 Feb 2017 by Peter Anderson
    Peter Anderson road tests and reviews the Lexus IS350 Sport Luxury with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more
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    Lexus IS200t Luxury 2017 review

    Lexus IS200t Luxury 2017 review

    19 Jan 2017 by Richard Berry
    Richard Berry road tests and reviews the new Lexus IS200t Luxury with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more
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    Lexus IS350 2016 review: snapshot

    Lexus IS350 2016 review: snapshot

    23 Nov 2016 by Tim Robson
    The $65,390 Lexus IS350 was updated in November 2016 with a mid-life facelift that added safety technology and a new front bumper bar, along with minor suspension changes. Read more
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    Lexus IS300h 2016 review: snapshot

    Lexus IS300h 2016 review: snapshot

    23 Nov 2016 by Tim Robson
    The $61,890 Lexus IS300h was updated in November 2016 with a mid-life facelift that added safety technology and a new front bumper bar, along with minor suspension changes. Read more
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    Lexus IS 2016 review

    Lexus IS 2016 review

    23 Nov 2016 by Tim Robson
    Tim Robson road tests and reviews the updated Lexus IS200t and IS350 with specs fuel consumption and verdict at its Australian launch. Read more
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    Lexus IS200t 2015 review

    Lexus IS200t 2015 review

    25 Sep 2015 by Craig Duff
    Craig Duff road tests and reviews the Lexus IS200t with specs, fuel consumption and verdict at its Australian launch. Read more
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    Used Lexus IS review: 1999-2014

    Used Lexus IS review: 1999-2014

    21 Apr 2015 by Ewan Kennedy
    The Lexus IS range of sports sedans was aimed squarely at the BMW 3-series when launched in Australia in 1999. Later, the Mercedes C-Class was also in Lexus’s sights as Mercedes quietly moved it from... Read more
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    Lexus IS F 2014 Review

    Lexus IS F 2014 Review

    10 Sep 2014 by Peter Anderson
    Peter Anderson road tests and reviews the 2014 Lexus IS F, with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more
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    Lexus IS250 Sports 2014 Review

    Lexus IS250 Sports 2014 Review

    19 Feb 2014 by Ewan Kennedy
    Lexus has launched the third generation of its IS sedan range and has gone way out in styling. Read more
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    Lexus IS250 2014 Review

    Lexus IS250 2014 Review

    20 Jan 2014 by Keith Didham
    Lexus is no longer the geeky new kid in the fiercely fought sub-luxury car fight. Read more
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    Lexus IS350 2014 Review

    Lexus IS350 2014 Review

    26 Dec 2013 by Joshua Dowling
    The Lexus IS sedan is the Japanese maker's rival to the biggest sellers among the three German luxury brands, Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz. Read more
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    Used Lexus ISF review: 2008-2013

    Used Lexus ISF review: 2008-2013

    31 Oct 2014 by Graham Smith
    Mr Zo is interested in buying a used Lexus ISF, but because they are quite expensive he wants to be careful and know what he's getting into. He wants to know about common problems, servicing expenses... Read more
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    Lexus IS-F and LFA 2013 Review

    Lexus IS-F and LFA 2013 Review

    4 Dec 2013 by Philip King
    People imagine being a motoring writer involves nothing more than stepping out of one Ferrari and into another. Read more
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    Lexus IS250 2013 review

    Lexus IS250 2013 review

    23 Sep 2013 by Keith Didham
    The premium offshoot of Toyota is now well established in this country and this third generation IS range has plenty of appeal enough for its European rivals to be worried. Read more
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    Lexus IS250 2013 review: snap shot

    Lexus IS250 2013 review: snap shot

    16 Sep 2013 by Peter Barnwell
    It's been the best looking Lexus for a long time and the new model IS continues that trend with its sporty, sexy lines and striking front and rear styling. Read more
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    Lexus IS350 2013 review

    Lexus IS350 2013 review

    20 Aug 2013 by Nick Dalton
    The third-generation IS range is very good and will be causing quite a bit of worry at Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi. It is unfair to suggest that Lexus is simply a luxurious Toyota. The brand stands... Read more
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    Lexus IS 2013 review

    Lexus IS 2013 review

    10 Jul 2013 by Bill Buys
    A hybrid, running on electric power, with a throaty V8 growl? It’s one of a bagful of features in the Lexus IS 300h, the luxury brand’s first hybrid in its sports IS range, newly uprated to give its... Read more
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    Lexus IS350 Sports Luxury 2013 review

    Lexus IS350 Sports Luxury 2013 review

    14 Feb 2013 by Nick Dalton
    I believe this is the Japanese marque's best-kept secret, a delight to drive, both hard and easy, to own and to keep. Alas, I had to return the test car, but the 350 proved to me how enticing and... Read more
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    Lexus IS250C 2013 Review

    Lexus IS250C 2013 Review

    16 Jan 2013 by Peter Anderson
    The Lexus IS 250C has been with us for a long, long time and the convertible is due for a reboot soon along with the rest of the range, heralded by the new model unveiled at Detroit motor show this... Read more
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    Pricing Guides

    $71,241
    Based on Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)
    Lowest Price
    $59,340
    Highest Price
    $83,142
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    Range and Specs

    VehicleSpecsPrice*
    IS350 F Sport 3.5L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO $75,522 2019 Lexus IS IS350 F Sport Pricing and Specs
    IS300h F Sport Hybrid 2.5L, Hyb/PULP, CVT AUTO $70,130 2019 Lexus IS IS300h F Sport Hybrid Pricing and Specs
    IS350 Luxury 3.5L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO $65,100 2019 Lexus IS IS350 Luxury Pricing and Specs
    IS300h Luxury Hybrid 2.5L, Hyb/PULP, CVT AUTO $61,890 2019 Lexus IS IS300h Luxury Hybrid Pricing and Specs
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    * Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

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    Lexus IS News

    Mazda and Lexus buddy up for new luxury models

    Mazda and Lexus buddy up for new luxury models

    21 Jun 2019 by Jake Williams
    Lexus Australia launches EOFY sales offers

    Lexus Australia launches EOFY sales offers

    28 May 2019 by Jake Williams
    Takata airbag recalls extend to Lexus

    Takata airbag recalls extend to Lexus

    17 Jan 2017 by Robbie Wallis
    Lexus IS 2016 | new car sales price

    Lexus IS 2016 | new car sales price

    28 Nov 2016 by Derek Ogden
    Luxury starts at $40,000 for Lexus

    Luxury starts at $40,000 for Lexus

    2 Oct 2015 by Craig Duff
    ANCAP gives 5 stars to Polo, CT200h and Lexus IS

    ANCAP gives 5 stars to Polo, CT200h and Lexus IS

    22 Aug 2014 by Stuart Martin
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