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Lexus IS 2014-2020 (XE30)
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- Price
- $36,550–$44,500
- MPG
- 26
- Watch-out: Poor cargo & utility
- Watch-out: Poor running costs
How it scores for you10 scores
Bulletproof dependability in a genuinely agile compact sport sedan, though a cramped rear seat, modest pace and dated tech betray its age.
Recalled about half as often as cars of the same model years; 2 of its 4 recalls were serious. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted +10 points for its wider reputation.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $3,100 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 28% of cars we track.
13.8 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 12% of other sedans we track.
One of the tightest rear seats in the compact luxury class.
Willing chassis with real balance; base engines are underpowered, IS 350 respectable.
Remote Touch interface and small display aged poorly against rivals.
Firm sport-sedan ride, excellent build; rear ingress tight.
Luxury brands like Lexus tend to lose value faster than average.
No published tow rating; all- or four-wheel drive available.
Safety & recalls8 recalls
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
8 recalls across 2015–2019
- Recall — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump (2019)
- Recall — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump (2019)
- Recall — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump (2018)
2020
No recorded issues.
2019
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V012000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300,
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V682000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 20
2018
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V012000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300,
2017
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V012000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300,
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V682000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 20
2016
No recorded issues.
2015
- RecallAirbags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module19V005000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Toyota 4Runner, 2014-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, and 2014-2017 Lexus GX460 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louis
- RecallAirbags: frontal: driver side: inflator module; air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module19V741000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F, 2007-2012 Yaris and Lexus ES350, 2010-2017 Lexus GX4
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V012000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300,
Cost to own$29,500 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$36,550–$44,500
Estimated used price, by model year
$3,100/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
22
Highway MPG
32
Combined MPG
26
Horsepower
306 hp
Doors
4
Cargo volume
13.8 cu ft
Limited data — dimensions unavailable.
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