Overview & Reviews

The IS 300 continues into 2005 largely unchanged. A limited-slip differential is no longer available with the manual transmission.

• Outstanding driving dynamics, slick interior decor, competitive pricing.

• Small rear seat and trunk, not much storage space, aging design struggles to keep up with its more modern competition.

User Reviews:

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  Lexus Sports Wagon - 2005 Lexus IS 300
  By George - December 16 - 8:06 pm

  This car is a kick to drive. It is so smooth and manuevers very well. Easy on gas too. It is sporty yet can handle plants etc coming from Home Depot. I love this car.

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  It was love at first sight - 2005 Lexus IS 300
  By helen - December 16 - 11:56 am

  I was so in love with this car when I first saw it and took a look at all the features, but the only downside was the mpg. Not a big deal at the moment, I thought. So WRONG. The mpg is the only reason I dont want to own this car anymore. I feel safe driving in this car and everythings nice (although the inside could be bigger), my brakes squeak a lot too. Everytime I ask someone who works at the dealership whats up with it, they keep saying its brake dust, and I dont buy it.

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  Love it! - 2005 Lexus IS 300
  By Sassie - October 3 - 1:46 am

  I love this car. It gets up and goes when you need it to. It is the best car that I have had. I have not had any problems with it. No squeaks with this one. I have bought new cars in the past and heard one like 3 months later with the doors. This one has none.

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  Most fun I Have had in many years - 2005 Lexus IS 300
  By Wolfpodd - July 13 - 2:13 pm

  The only problems I have had was scraping the front right bumper on a high curb!! My Bad!! This vehicle is a ton of fun to drive. Handling is great, powertrain is strong. I have a 5 speed manual so gas mileage is better.

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  The little lexus that could - 2005 Lexus IS 300
  By radardodger - June 23 - 3:13 pm

  This car is a blast to drive! It feels so light and nimble on twisty back roads its just plain fun! It never feels like its going to get away from you, even when the front tires are pushing into a turn. Little "step outs" from the rear end are easily corrected on dry roads. The only thing this car needs to be the ultimate entry level "luxury sport", in my mind, is another 50 hp. Very quiet inside, even with 19s. The tiptronic auto works well, although 2nd gear could be a bit taller. Traction control is a bit intrusive, but does its job, even if it stays on to long when it kicks in. The motor, although lacking power, is silky smooth! And thats an understatement.

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  One of the Best RWD Car you can get - 2005 Lexus IS 300
  By Testing123 - April 23 - 3:43 pm

  The styling of the car is very agressive and sporty. For a 3255lbs vehicle the car perform very well. The engine was build for import tune spec and respond very well to performance modification. I wish Lexus would have use a more agressive cam from supra engine to move the stock rear wheel horse power up to 188whp. My IS300 AKA Altezza has gone through couple of performace Mod, like a stage1 turbo kit from inovative turbo and fujitsubo high flow exhaust, which boost the WHP to 323whp. The stock clucth will take this mod without any problem. This is one of the best vehicle ever build and it will surely out performed a BMW series 3 with a small modification to the intake and exhaust system.

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  IS300 Sport Sedan - 2005 Lexus IS 300
  By smedley - February 1 - 6:46 pm

  Best vehicle I have owned. Performance and comfort and reliability and "looks" are what I wanted. Not a lot of chrome- in fact there is none on body of vehicle.

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  Lexus Rocks - 2005 Lexus IS 300
  By krazykanuck - January 5 - 9:33 am

  I love this car! I have my permit and Ill get this car when I get my license. I love it! It has very responsive steering, great acceleration, good looks, and such a great stereo! Have I said I love this car?

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  My love - 2005 Lexus IS 300
  By brooke - July 27 - 10:26 pm

  I think that she handles very well. It is front wheel drive so snow isn’t the best, but for everything else it’s amazing. Gorgeous lines and interior. Great acceleration as well as sound system.

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  Lexus IS 300, A smart buy - 2005 Lexus IS 300
  By tweeter - July 7 - 4:36 am

  After seeking out the best car for the money and be fun to drive, I would seek no further than the IS 300. With its reliability, resale value, power, handling, options and price this car is the best all around. Thumbs Way Up!!