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2014 Lexus IS 250 review

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Lexus IS 250 highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Luxurious interior
  • Comfortable ride
  • Sporty styling

Cons

  • Small trunk with convertible trim
  • Less engine performance than rivals
  • Competitors have better fuel economy

Mileage (EPA estimate)

20 city, 27 highway, 23 combined

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A sporty luxury car with plenty of style

If you're looking for a luxury car that doesn't compromise on style, the 2014 IS 250 is it. Whether you're picking up friends for a weekend hike or you're all dressed up for date night, the IS 250 will look great getting you there. Choose the sedan for a five-seat stunner with plenty of room for the entire pickleball gang, or opt for the two-door, four-passenger convertible trim to get some fresh air when the game is over. With standard 17-inch wheels and a sleek profile, you'll ride in style no matter where you go with the 2014 IS 250.

All Lexus IS 250 years

What is new for the 2014 Lexus IS 250?

  • IS 250 trims have been upgraded with Leatherette Seats as standard equipment this year.
  • Automated Parking, Blind Spot Monitor, Heated Steering Wheel, and Lane Departure Warning features are now available as options on select trims.

5 reasons to buy the 2014 Lexus IS 250

1. Drive confidently  

The IS 250 uses a 2.5L engine to generate 204 horsepower and send it to the rear wheels. But if you need extra traction in challenging weather conditions, you can shop an IS 250 with available all-wheel drive. Not only will it have more confidence on the road, but the AWD trim also adds heated front seats for those cold morning commutes. 

2. Luxury ride 

The IS 250's long wheelbase gives you a comfortable ride you'll appreciate every time you get into the cabin. The standard leatherette seats welcome each passenger, and available leather seats take the luxury to another level. A standard dual-zone climate control system keeps you comfortable in any weather. Shop for the F Sport package for sport-tuned suspension and 18-inch wheels that stand out from the crowd. 

3. Get some fresh air 

You'll get a great look at the world around you with the IS 250's standard sunroof on sedan models. But if you want to let your hair down, shop for the two-door convertible trim. You'll sacrifice a little trunk space, but you'll get an all-weather hard-top convertible that will make summer trips to the beach unforgettable. 

4. Features the way you want  

The IS 250 offers plenty of standard goodies, like keyless entry, heated mirrors, and eight-way power front seats.

But you can find even more features by shopping for IS 250's with available options, including a navigation system, blind-spot monitoring, and parking sensors.
With the IS 250, finding the right combination of luxury and available features is easy.  

5. It comes connected  

Connect to the IS 250 with a standard USB connection and Bluetooth® integration to pump on the jams through your device. Or turn on the available satellite radio through the eight-speaker sound system and view it all on the seven-inch infotainment display.

With IS 250, you'll bring the party wherever you go. 

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

The 2014 Lexus IS 250 is a car that is fun to drive, corners well, and has plenty of get-up-and-go. Customers say the car has a beautiful interior and has a stylish, sporty exterior.
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Excellent

RepairPal gave the Lexus IS 250 an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Lexus IS 250 7th out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.

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Lexus IS 250 features and specs

Base 2WD 2D Convertible

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cruise Control
  • Hard Top
  • Leather Seats
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control
  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automated Parking
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leather Seats
  • Mark Levinson Sound
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Navigation System
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Parking Sensors
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.5L

Horsepower

204

Torque (ft-lbs)

185

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

17.2

Wheelbase

107.5"

Overall length

182.5"

Width

70.9"

Height

55.7"

Leg room

F 44.1"/R 25.9"

Head room

F 38.3"/R 36.1"

Front tires

P225/45VR17

Rear tires

P245/45VR17

Seating capacity

4

Transmission

Automatic

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