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Does everything right and it's a Luxury car you can trust

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Purchased in December 2021.



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TransmissionAutomatic
BoughtNew
Year2018
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John M.

John M.Greater Melbourne (Outer), VIC

  • 2 reviews

A luxury like no other

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You can see the luxury before you sit in it. And once you sit in it, you can feel it. It's an amazing drive. I've own it for two years now and will definitely upgrade to the next model.

Purchased in January 2021.

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TransmissionAutomatic
BoughtUsed
Year2013
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Richard

RichardCanberra

  • 7 reviews
  • 3 likes

Excellent workmanship, great value for money

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After not a particularly good experience with a Mercedes C class I decided to see if the legendary reliability of Lexus is justifiable. Bought the IS 200t basic luxury model for a very good price and after one year and 20,000 km am happy to say that the car is performing extremely well. Some standard features such as the refrigerated seats are very handy on hot days, but this basic model doesn't have other potentially useful options so paying more for the upgrade is worth considering. The service is very good and they provide a complimentary car.

BadgeIS200
LineLuxury
BodySedan
Engine Size2.0
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedNov 2018
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Good Man

Good Man

  • 2 reviews

Luxury car with sub-standard parts, don't get trapped!

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I purchased brand new IS 300H F Sports and after driving around 22000 KMS, disk rotors need machining/replacing and break shoes were 90% remaining. Contacted Lexus Australia and I have been advised that this is normal wear and tear and they can't do anything about this. I have been given quote to replace the rotors and breaks for $880 including labour. I am driving cars from past 25 years and never had to replace/machine the rotors before 80000 KM. I own 2 Lexus's and if I knew this before hand would have not recommended this car to any of my family & friends.
I got trapped and so are my family & friends, writing this review to save people their hard earned money.

BadgeIS300h
LineF Sport
BodySedan
Engine Size2.5
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedJun 2014
Kahchi

Kahchi

  • 3 reviews

Most reliable car ever

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Great design, good handling. Also the most reliable car ever. nice color and interior room is good.
Very classy dashboard and great service after sales and pre sales service from Lexus.
Fuel consumption is slightly above average.
Backseat legroom is good.
Boot space is huge and wide for this size sedan.

BadgeIS300
LineF Sport
BodySedan
Engine Size2.0
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedApr 2018
Evelyn

EvelynNarre Warren

  • 5 reviews

IS300 in red looks amazing

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Clearly we opted for red because it goes faster!

Anyway, the car is very smooth and quiet to drive. The active cruise control is also a wonder in peak hour. Heated AND cooled leather seats are fantastic in the middle of winter, or just when you want to keep your food warm. The back seats are a little too cramped for space, though. The front is spacious, it's just the back could use some redesigning.

It is expensive to run with the current prices of fuel as well, given that it takes 98, but 95 only if you HAVE to. It runs on between 7-9/100km

BadgeIS300
LineLuxury
BodySedan
Engine Size2.0
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedMar 2018
Old Patto

Old PattoSydney

  • 5 reviews
  • 1 like

Very Good Car Could be Better.

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BadgeIS350
LineF Sport
BodySedan
Engine Size3.5
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedNov 2013
HCq

HCqBrisbane

  • 2 reviews

Can't complain

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I like how smooth I can handle this car. I have got a second hand but thanks to the previous owner it was maintained beautifully. The biggest difference to me between budget car and premium car is stability on high way. No matter how fast I go, mine just goes smooth as if nothing happens. I would upgrade to a new Lexus when it gets old, I am a huge Lexus lover now!

BadgeIS250
LineF Sport
BodyConvertible
Engine Size2.0
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedMar 2016
SLiu

SLiu

  • 6 reviews
  • 1 like

Modern and Good Quality Car

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Easy to drive, fuel efficient and excellent service. Driving experience is excellent: the handling is smooth and responsive. The car performs very well in a surburban setting, and is very low noise. The interior design is sleek, with an intuitive dashboard and plenty of leg room.
The car is reliable and overall would recommend.

BadgeIS300h
LineF Sport
BodySedan
Engine Size2.5
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedAug 2016
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Alana

AlanaBaulkham Hills

  • 2 reviews
  • 2 likes

love driving

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I really enjoy this car. beautiful to drive. I always wanted a Lexus and I worked so hard to be able to purchase it. Its exactly how I expected it to be! Just Awesome

I would definitely class not as a luxury vehicle and the interior is beautiful. Mine is caramel coloured and I have noticed its hard to keep clean. I wish I got black as it would be less cleaning but the caramel does look more luxurious

BadgeIS200
LineLuxury
BodySedan
Engine Size2.5
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedJul 2017
Ada

Ada

  • 5 reviews
  • 1 like

Perfect

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Luxury, quite and cheap on petrol. It's just Toyota and it's really reliable. The best thing is that if won't cost you lots when you go the service. The interior looks good and the heated seat is awesome for winter. Cannot live without it now. Over all it is a great car.

BadgeIS250
LinePrestige
BodySedan
Engine Size2.0
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedSep 2016
Lofty House

Lofty HouseMelbourne

  • 5 reviews

Prestige Prowess without Petrol Paralysis

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My IS300h hybrid is one of the best looking, economical and reliable vehicles on the road. As an Uber Black vehicle you couldn't pick a better match. Performance and handling from a rear wheel drive that is whisper quiet, great turning circle and super economical real world figures of 5.9 litres per 100 kms, it is hard to beat. I love it and you would too.

BadgeIS300h
LineF Sport
BodySedan
Engine Size2.5
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedDec 2016
grandman

grandmanSouth East Queensland, QLD

  • 5 reviews
  • 3 likes

IS350 Sport Luxury has all the bells and whistles

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The IS 350 has all the power you will ever need, all the safety features and a styling you either love or hate. The dash is at best functional without being flashy but the reliability is unquestionable wit Lexus consistently topping the global J D Power reliability ratings. The only criticism is the suspension that can be little jumpy on uneven road surfaces. Put it in sports + mode and it comes alive. Blipping on the downshift the 8 speed gearbox works to perfection. This is my third Lexus and would not choose anything else!

BadgeIS350
LineSports Luxury
BodySedan
Engine Size3.5
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedApr 2016
White123

White123queensland

Not worth the Money

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Purchased a Lexus IS 250 F sport, first week I had it my heater core went, 3 months later the sat Nav stopped working. I also had issues of the car not starting. Lexus could not find the fault. 6 months later the cooling fan in the seats was eating the foam had to have two new front seats. Mirrors would not fold in after this issue. Then my sat Nav went again.. traded the car in after 10 months later got $34,000 for it.. While trading my lexus in my sensors stopped working. Will never buy another Lexus again. Dealer was not helpful.

BadgeIS250
LineF Sport
BodySedan
TransmissionAutomatic
jamesmelb

jamesmelbGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC

  • 10 reviews
  • 6 likes

Dream Car!

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BadgeIS350
LineF Sport
BodySedan
TransmissionAutomatic
Engine Size3.5L
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Very high quality but squeezy

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The car drives well..it's unfussy but doesn't feel particularly premium . Lexus service is fabulous of course and the car dead reliable. Boot is too small. I am quite happy with it but not delirious .
I went into the Lexus after 20 years of driving Jaguars...weird but pleasant ..easy car to live with

BadgeIS300h
LineLuxury
BodySedan
TransmissionAutomatic
Engine Size2.5 l

Lexus answer to their direct competitors

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This inner beast of a car has been a joy to drive! The grunt gives it a performance driving yet still luxury feeling experience. The only thing I worry about it is the interior, it feels abit 'cheap' in terms of pricing and direct competitors but nothing too much to complain about.

BadgeIS300h
LineLuxury
BodySedan
TransmissionAutomatic
Marko

MarkoPerth

One great car

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BadgeIS250
Bassett

Bassett

  • 26 reviews

Happy mother, no worries

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Engine Size2.5 V6
TransmissionAutomatic
BadgeIS250
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