Specs for all generations of Lexus IS

Fuel consumption of Internal combustion engine Lexus IS vehicles is between 7 l/100 km (33.6 mpg) (Lexus IS III (XE30) 200t (245 Hp) Automatic) and 12.8 l/100 km (18.38 mpg) (Lexus IS III (XE30, facelift 2016) 300 V6 (260 Hp) AWD ECT; Lexus IS III (XE30, facelift 2016) 350 V6 (311 Hp) AWD ECT). In its third generation, the range also offers two Full hybrid variants, where fuel consumption drops down to 4.3 /100 km (54.7 mpg) - 4.6 l/100 km (51.13 mpg).

Yes, most Lexus IS vehicles are rear-wheel-drive. All-wheel-drive options are also available in generations from two to four.

Since Lexus is a Toyota brand, great quality and reliability are expected as standard. And, according to owners, the Lexus IV is no exception and no major issues have been reported.

Lexus is a luxury brand and that combined with the reliability and durability of the Lexus IS vehicles leads to the higher purchase price and the slow depreciation. Buyers, however, receive great value for their money, so high price is justified.

Owners say that parts and repairs of their Lexus IS vehicles are, indeed, more expensive than those of cars in lower classes, but the quality of these vehicles is so high, that they rarely need to be taken to a mechanic. So, apart from expenses for the usual check-ups, done as recommended by the manufacturer, other maintenance costs are rare.