I just test drove an IS 350 AWD and immediately noticed that the accelerator pedal felt noticeably heavier than the pedals in other cars I've owned. It seemed to require more force to get the car moving. It doesn't really bother me, but I'm curious if this is normal for the IS 350 or if it could be specific to that car.

Also, what options would you consider must-haves?

So far, I'm looking at:

• F SPORT Handling Package
• Performance exhaust
• Panoramic View Monitor (360-degree surround-view camera)
• Triple-beam LED headlights

Are there any other options you'd recommend based on your experience as a current or previous owner?

Lastly, what do you think of the Wind and Iridium exterior colors? Im leaning towards Wind. I'm also curious about the white interior. Most of the IS 350s in stock near me have it, but I'm not a big fan of white interiors. For those who have one, how does it hold up over time in terms of dirt, staining, and maintenance?

Appreciate any input!

Wheel alignment is essentially perfect. No cross caster, no cross camber.

Whenever I drive over uneven and grooved roads my steering wheel just wants to dart right. When I brake it heavily darts right 90 degrees and sometimes left but it favours the right.

Got figs lca bushings to fix this but it essentially had no impact. When I accelerate hard the steering wheel will immediately shift right 5 degrees and stop.

My mechanic checked for play and bends in the entire suspension and found nothing. That’s all he did and told me my car was fine and it’s just getting old now and there’s nothing I can do.

Car has 120k miles.

Tires have been ruled out.

Literally have no idea and I hate driving my car like this.

On the highway the steering wheel will get so heavy and hurt my hand to just hold it straight.

I also would like to ask any 3is owners if they feel like the cars steering lacks a distinctive on-center feel. Like my friends car which is a 2018 drives straight with the steering wheel relaxed but for me on center feels busy and reactive. I hate it so much.

I’ve been looking at buying this car for over a year, and I rarely find ones close by in this color. I test drove this one today, but it has a couple of problems on the front bumper (paint defects and separating on the passenger side).

It’s a 2021 with 73k miles and listed for 35k. It does have the Mark Levinson sound system and 10 inch display in the interior and I think a few other upgraded features. I’m not sure if the pros outweigh the cons though.

I know that front bumper separation problem is a huge pain to fix, and might ultimately cost another $1000-2000 to replace/paint. But I’m worried about passing this one up hoping a better deal will come along.

Do y’all think it’s still a good deal or should I let this one go?

Anyone got any tips to make some room for clearance in the front bumper

I’m helping a friend try and clear a clogged ac drain that’s overflowing into the blower motor and creating water buildup in the passenger floor. Is there any way to get it from the inside? All i see is the HVAC/blower motor housing and the evap. I’ve cleared the sunroof drain and the cabin filter isn’t wet.

Hi everyone,
I own a 2015 Lexus IS 250 with the 2.5L V6 4GR-FSE engine. The car currently has around 235,000 km (146,000 miles).
I recently checked the engine oil after approximately 8,000 km (5,000 miles) since the last oil change, and I would appreciate your opinions.
A few details:
● Oil consumption: The oil level dropped from MAX to around ~ 1/2 on the dipstick. im using 5w30 Motul Eco-nergy
● Estimated oil consumption: Approximately 0.5l per 8,000 km.
● Oil condition: The oil is quite dark after 8,000 km. I’ve also noticed a slight smell of gasoline on the dipstick.
●PCV valve: I replaced it previously, and oil consumption initially decreased, but the engine still consumes some oil.
● Exhaust smoke: I haven’t noticed any visible blue smoke.

Does this amount of oil consumption seem normal for this engine at this mileage?

21 IS350 RWD Ultra White

I told them its going to need spark plugs as its hitting the 80k mile mark to try to shed some cost off and they only said $200 but im pushing for more lol.

And I love every damn second of it. A lot of the lights r cuz of the abs sensor in the back im getting a new one. Dont worry the tire pressure sensor is permanently on too😉

I’m looking at a 2014 is350 with 147k miles and 16k is that a good choice and what should I be aware of looking at it in person

More specifically on 2007 is250. I’ve had my light on for a while and it turns off every so often but comes back up again. I scanned it and it said something like driver side knee airbag squib circuit open or something. Just wondering if this was a common issue or if this is something the dealer should deal with. Thank you!

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I've been driving a 2024 Tundra for the past few years, and while I enjoy the interior space and having a truck bed when I need to haul stuff, I sometimes miss the driving dynamics of a smaller car. (All my previous vehicles before this truck were mostly sporty cars like MYP, WRX, S4, S5 SB and such)

Now that my SO has a full-size SUV for hauling the family around, I'm considering switching to a Lexus IS 350. Some of the biggest draws are better long-term reliability, saving hundreds on monthly payments and gas, and, of course, enjoying the driving experience more.

Has anyone here made the switch from a truck or SUV to a Lexus IS? Do you regret it, or are you happy with the decision? I'd love to hear about your experience and whether you miss having a bigger vehicle.

Hej, borykam się od nie dawna z problemem. Gdy jadę w korku i się toczę i dodam gaz to obroty idą delikatnie do góry i dopiero po chwili auto zaczyna przyspieszać. Gdy puszczam gaz i dodaje go z powrotem to nie jest to płynne a po prostu jakby szarpie bo obroty idą do góry i po chwili dopiero łapie.

Is 250 rwd automat 2011

I was looking into getting one for my 2007 is350 as it is coming up on 190k miles and saw that the RR racing air oil separator looked like a good option compared to a traditional catch can because of the increased blow by vapors on higher mileage engines that don’t get caught in the simple filters. Looking for opinions from those who already have catch cans and how straightforward the installation process was

Hello I wanted advice from you all for my car I need new front tires but not rears I have continental extremecontact dws06 so for the front would I absolutely have to get those same for the front or could I get a used pair of continentals and use those in the front just worried about messing up the awd system on accident its an Is350 2022 fsport

went to check out the damage today.
hurt to see but that’s reality and ig I’m posting to see if this is actually totaled or not?

Triple Beams and 360 Surround^^

original post -> https://www.reddit.com/r/LexusIS/s/ZpX2avtO7P

edit: video somewhere in comments

edit 2: Geico says it’s repairable and damages are at $11.5k so far. we’ll see how it goes.

I purchased a 2026 Lexus IS350 in May 2026. The car currently has 1,003 miles on it.

The battery has died twice on a brand new car with barely 1,000 miles.

• First failure: August 7, 2026 — approximately 800 miles on the odometer. Dealer replaced the battery and said it was defective.
• Second failure: October 10, 2026 — only 7 days after last driving it on October 3rd.

Dealer & Lexus Response:

• Dealer says nothing is wrong and I should “drive it more”
• Lexus Corporate sided with the dealer and gave the same advice
• Was told specifically that a week without driving it will cause the battery to die to a point it will not start.
• Most recent suggestion is that my keys being too close to the vehicle may be causing the drain

My argument:
When asked if I was to travel and park at the Port or Airport for longer than a week is the expectation that I should jump my car? Also, if i was to leave for a week or longer is the expectation that someone will have to come and start/drive my car to keep the battery charged. To which they said Yes. I have owned quite a few cars. I have gone 4-5 weeks without starting them and they usually fire right up. Is this exclusive to Lexus?

My Questions:

1. Has anyone experienced similar battery drain issues with the IS350 or other Lexus models?
2. Is the key proximity explanation legitimate or a deflection?
3. Is anyone having similar experience?

This is my 1st Lexus. I was told these cars a very reliable. Kind of lost.

Trying to replace my damaged front bumper and fog lights (deer jumped out in front of a family member while driving), but not sure what my options are for fog lights (including light and housing). I've been looking and it seem yellow/amber is the way to go, but are there options? Any some go to brands or style. Was looking at oems at they were like 2-300$ for a single one? TIA