2000 Lexus IS200 SE review from Germany
"What a joke - the worst car Lexus ever built"
General comments?
Just rented this car for a week, because it's hard to get an American class car that would cost less than an airplane here in Germany.
The car was listed as full size, but in reality it's just a compact sedan with small stiff seats, small trunk, and small interior.
The instrumental panel crammed with gauges is the worst I've ever seen, but I guess you can get used to that.
But the most disappointing is the engine performance. The acceleration is so anemic, and the engine is so noisy, I hated this car after 5 minutes of driving.
The wind noise at high speeds and the engine noise are terrible. You certainly cannot call that comfortable driving.
The car doesn't feel stable above 80 mph.
Engine is weak, so forget about high-speed maneuvers.
Recommended Reviews:
  | Good, but too many problems |
| It is the class of the field |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 gas Automatic |
| Performance marks | 0/10 |
| Reliability marks | |
| Comfort marks | 0/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 0 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Intrepid |
| Date of Entry | 11th April, 2001 |