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2018 Lexus IS 350 review

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Pros

  • All-wheel drive availability
  • Lots of standard features
  • Powerful engine 

Cons

  • Trunk is a bit small
  • Rivals may have better handling
  • Infotainment system can be difficult

Mileage (EPA estimate)

19 city, 26 highway, 22 combined

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A sporty luxury sedan with power 

If you're looking for a well-rounded luxury sports sedan, you can stop your search now. The 2018 Lexus IS 350 is well-equipped with standard luxury features, including a sunroof and keyless entry, and has enough exterior styling to cause any passersby to do a double take.1 If you're looking for a little bit of fun at the end of a long day, the IS 350 delivers on that, too. A 3.5L six-cylinder engine gives you a thrill ride on your evening commute, and the available all-wheel drive option will get you where you're going, even in the most challenging weather conditions.

All Lexus IS 350 years

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What is new for the 2018 Lexus IS 350?

  • The IS 350 is available in a new trim called the F-Sport.
  • IS 350 trims have been upgraded with Rear View Camera, A/C Seat(s), Parking Sensors, and Navigation System as standard equipment this year.

2018 Lexus IS 350 trims

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Base:

  • 311-hp, 277-lb-ft of torque 3.5L
  • Cruise Control
  • Rear View Camera
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seats
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F-Sport:

5 reasons to buy the 2018 Lexus IS 350

1. Performance at the pedal 

Every 2018 IS 350 comes with a standard 3.5L six-cylinder engine that generates an impressive 311 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. You'll get where you're going in a jiffy, with the rear-wheel drive trim reaching zero-to-60 in 5.6 seconds and the all-wheel drive achieving it in 5.7 seconds. Grocery runs were never meant to be this much fun. 

2. Traction under your control 

Traction and stability control both come standard on the IS 350, giving you plenty of confidence powering the sedan's rear-wheel drive. Dial up the IS 350's capabilities by shopping for an AWD trim that sends power to the front and rear axles and automatically adjusts the power balance when needed. Backroad trips in inclement weather will never be the same. 

3. Drive with peace of mind 

You'll drive easy knowing the IS 350 comes standard with lane departure warning and lane-keep assist, forward collision warning, and adaptive cruise control. A standard rearview camera makes backing into parking spaces a breeze. Shop for an IS 350 with the available comfort package to add blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. 

4. Luxury at the ready  

You'll appreciate the IS 350's taste for the finer things, including the sedan's standard eight-way power front seats, heated side mirrors, and sunroof. Getting into the car and starting it up is a breeze, too, with keyless entry and ignition.

Shop for the AWD trim for standard heated front seats. With so many features available, you're sure to find an IS 350 tailored to you. 

5. Tech that's in tune with you 

Each 2018 IS 350 comes with Bluetooth® connectivity and a USB port so you can hop in the car and start playing your favorite music through the 10-speaker sound system. A seven-inch display gives you all the infotainment details, or you can shop for an IS 350 with an optional navigation system that increases the display size to 10.3 inches.

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Ratings & reliability

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RepairPal reliability rating

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RepairPal gave the Lexus IS 350 an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Lexus IS 350 11th out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.

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Lexus IS 350 features and specs

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Base 2WD 4D Sedan

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Navigation System
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Mark Levinson Sound
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Parking Sensors
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Rear View Camera

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.5L

Horsepower

311

Torque (ft-lbs)

277

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

17.4

Wheelbase

110.2"

Overall length

184.3"

Width

71.3"

Height

56.3"

Leg room

F 44.8"/R 32.2"

Head room

F 38.2"/R 36.9"

Front tires

P225/40VR18

Rear tires

P255/35VR18

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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