2002 Lexus IS300 review from North America
"A truly outstanding luxury sports sedan"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing has gone with this car. I love it, and I would recommend it to anyone. I have been breaking it in slowly so I have been driving mainly in the city. Gas milage has been OK, I get around 16-19 MPG.
General comments?
My IS300 is a 2002 model and I was put on a waiting list to get it. I'm glad I got a 2002 model because the factory rear spoiler I got with it looks a lot better than the after market one. I was thinking about the navigation system, but $2000 is a bit too much. So instead I'm thinking of putting a flip-up TV in that spot, to give my car a custom feel. The problem is that I can't find such a TV.
I was looking at BMW 330 and Mercedes C-class, but those cars seem "bland" and everyone has one. The IS300 is an eye-catcher and looks much sportier than the competition.
Recommended Reviews:
  | Best sports sedan for the money |
| Great balance between sport, and luxury without having one around every corner (like the BM 3 series |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 8 miles |
| Most recent distance | 600 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan 240SX |
| Date of Entry | 1st October, 2001 |