2016
Lexus IS 300

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$39,700
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Notable features

Five-seat sport sedan
Choice of turbo four-cylinder or V-6 engine
Rear- or all-wheel drive
F Sport Package available

The good & the bad

The good

IS 350 acceleration
Ride composure
Steering and brakes
Backseat room

The bad

Some body lean
Relatively nose-heavy handling
Gas mileage with AWD

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Safety review

Based on the 2016 Lexus IS 300 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
5/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
9.7%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
9.7%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Maintenance
1 years / 10,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
2 years / unlimited miles from your certified vehicle date of purchase.
Basic
2 years / unlimited miles from your certified vehicle date of purchase. Coverage begins after completion of the 4-year / 50,000 new vehicle Basic Warranty.
Dealer certification
161-point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.8 / 5
Based on 20 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.8
Value 4.6
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 4.8

Most recent

Great car, not so great MPG.

Im a married guy with no kids. The car is unbelievably well, drives so smooth and fantastic in all seasons. DEFINITELY go for this instead of the German or American competitors. Unbelievably gorgeous exterior with great interior, however the german counterparts do have better interior. The engine sounds amazing and it is a Naturally Aspirated Engine. It does consume a ton of fuel, thats the negative I would add.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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Great sports sedan daily driver

Great small sports sedan, handling is great for a daily driver if you have high performance all season sports tires. Great for road trips, I'm young and single so it's great for someone like me or someone with a girlfriend/wife. May not be as practical for a family as the back seat is kind of small. Reliability has been great. This is a great buy if you want sporty handling, great design, value for money and reliability!
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Lexus IS 300?

The 2016 Lexus IS 300 is available in 1 trim level:

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What is the MPG of the 2016 Lexus IS 300?

The 2016 Lexus IS 300 offers up to 19 MPG in city driving and 26 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2016 Lexus IS 300 reliable?

The 2016 Lexus IS 300 has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Lexus IS 300 owners.

Is the 2016 Lexus IS 300 a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Lexus IS 300. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 20 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.8
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 5.0
  • Reliability: 4.8

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