
 
Base Price: $30,855
Price as Tested: $47,810
Why We Drove It: The Lexus IS 350 ranks as the  Most Appealing Entry Premium Vehicle  in our 2008 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study.
 
In surveys that J.D. Power and Associates has conducted with verified owners of the 2008 Lexus IS, the people that actually own and drive one told us:


"I was in a collision in an IS 250
The seats held me in place extremely well. The car was totaled. I bought [the] same car again."


"The handling and performance are awesome! [The Lexus IS is] quick off the line and shifts very quick and smooth."


"[The Lexus IS has] great character lines, great color, and a very aggressive stance."


"The navigation system [has an] easy interface, good lead time for directions, and [a] pleasant voice."


"Very comfortable and visibility is excellent."


"The ride while on the Interstate is amazing, quiet, [and] smooth [with] quick acceleration."


"The interior is beautiful and feels like a race car from the driver s seat."


"The keyless entry and start button are very convenient and work well."


"The leather is so soft. [It] hugs your body and makes for comfortable driving."


"The ride is very smooth; almost like being on a plane. 


"Rear-view camera makes parallel parking a breeze."


"I love the vehicle s interior. It is very luxurious and upscale."


"The responsive steering and sporty stance make driving fun."


Top 3 Things Owners Like About the Lexus IS:
1. Front-end styling
2. Appearance of exterior paint
3. Side profile appearance and styling


Top 3 Owner-Reported Problems with the Lexus IS:
1. Excessive brake dust
2. Hands-Free Communication   Doesn't recognize command
3. Brakes are noisy