Overview & Reviews
Once a goal is set, Lexus is not a company to dillydally. Witness the 2002 IS 300. After just one year on the fiercely contested entry-level luxury sport sedan battlefield, Lexus has quickly moved to address the IS 300's short list of faults. A five-speed manual transmission is available, and it comes packaged with a sportier suspension than what is offered on the "regular" IS 300. The luxury side of the equation has also been upped. A navigation system and an all-leather interior are optional this year, and the rearview and driver-side mirrors are auto-dimming. Safety is also enhanced with the addition of head-protecting side curtain airbags (in addition to the regular side airbags), a BrakeAssist function and a stability control system. And for all of those golden retrievers out there tired of riding around in numbing RX 300s, take notice that Lexus has expanded the IS 300's lineup with a wagon version.
- Outstanding driving dynamics, slick interior decor, competitive pricing.
- Small rear seat and trunk, not much storage space, styling more suited to baggy-panted masses.
User Reviews:
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Fits like a glove - 2002 Lexus IS 300
By Julie Gaines - February 8 - 10:00 amThis car hugs the road and fits your body like a glove. It is a lot of fun to drive.
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Great Car - 2002 Lexus IS 300
By DnA - November 30 - 10:16 pmExcept for the lame gas mileage and soft paint, this car has been a pleasure. Super fun with the 5-speed and very comfortable on long trips.
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NICE CAR - 2002 Lexus IS 300
By ACKEA - October 25 - 2:00 amWHAT A GREAT CAR
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Yeah baby! - 2002 Lexus IS 300
By lightning - October 14 - 10:00 amThis car is outstanding to drive. Its handling is great, especially when going into a curve. At least once a week I have someone asking me about the vehicle. Get one of these.
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a great deal for the price - 2002 Lexus IS 300
By mmkm - October 7 - 2:00 amIve driven the Mercedes M-class and S-class and the new 7-series BMW at home but these cars dont make me feel the IS any worst. It has a great look and excellent performance in an affordable price. The navigation system is much better than the mercedes and BMWs. However, the only bad thing is the small trunk space and uncomfortable back seats.
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Sporty and Solid - 2002 Lexus IS 300
By jonsey - August 8 - 5:00 pmI compared the sportcross with the BMW wagon and hands down the sportcross was the better deal - not just in terms of price but the performance was excellent. I love this car and disagree with the edmund reviews that this is more suitable for the "baggy pant masses". This is definitely NOT your parents wagon, but its a great car for someone who wants the flexibility/cargo of a wagon without the wagon look.
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Awesome - 2002 Lexus IS 300
By VivaDnA - August 3 - 3:20 amOther than the average fuel economy, everything about this car has met or exceeded our expectations. With the five-speed its a blast to drive!
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Second IS300 - 2002 Lexus IS 300
By cubsfanct - July 6 - 5:41 amThis is my second IS300. I have owned 63 cars in my life (I am 33 and get bored easily). I have owned 12 BMWs and thought myself to be a lifelong BMW addict. The IS300 changed all that. The styling, the responsiveness and dependability won me over. I have never had an issue with either IS300 I have owned. They are the only cars I have kept longer than three months. My current one I am tastefully modifying. Owning a GS300 in between the IS300s I am now a Lexus (2JZ) convert. All around service all my have-to-haves. Sportiness, Luxury, Speed and Dependable. The IS300 is truly the complete package.
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Terrific Car - 2002 Lexus IS 300
By chippy - May 4 - 11:50 pmUtterly reliable. Near supercar braking. Superb handling and ride with L-Tuned performance springs and swaybars that makes stock car seem too soft. Silky smooth engine. Crisp 5MT. Very comfortable driving position. Good controls layout.
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Youll love it! - 2002 Lexus IS 300
By HokieCovey - February 2 - 2:00 amI just got this car last November. It is a fun, fast, and reliable car. The car is quick off coners and fast. Before purchasing this i looked at BMW330, Volvo S60, and Audi A4. All the cars had good things about them: Bottom line: BMW: Best Preformence, lacked styling and pricey Volvo: Most Confort, lacked sproty feel Audi A4: Great Exterior, but lacked performance and confort. Lexus IS300 offers: Great Syling, simple and easy to use controls, great road feel and control, quiet engine, fast engine, and higher quality then any of the competition for the best price. You wil not be disappointed.