Overview & Reviews

Lexus continues to change gears, moving away from single-minded relentless pursuits of perfection to chase performance. The new IS 300, complete with rear-wheel drive and a 215-horse inline six, chases the BMW 3 Series in the entry luxury sport marketplace, and will continue to do so until a proper manual transmission is available.

• Near ideal weight distribution, slick interior decor, competitive pricing.

• No manual transmission, small rear seat, lacking a telescoping steering column.

User Reviews:

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  Simply Amazing - 2001 Lexus IS 300
  By LexusSteve - May 3 - 10:00 am

  This is an awesome car to drive!! You get the best bang for your buck with this baby! It handles great and accelerates rapidly. Awesome stock stereo system!

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  Proven faster than an M3 - 2001 Lexus IS 300
  By Max SPek - April 28 - 2:00 am

  No regrets other than not holding out for the manual transmission. with no upgrades 0-60 is 6.35 on mine, which edges out my friends stick M3 from 1999 by about a second. The best part is, it goes way faster than the Beemer, 165 MPH and the doors start opening up with vacuum pressure so i didnt try to go any faster. The A/C is automatic contrary to the editors beliefs and if anything feels like a corolla its the little twitchy German crap buttons on the M that require you to carry a set of pencils to press accurately.

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  Best handling car in its category - 2001 Lexus IS 300
  By Don-corleone - April 26 - 4:40 pm

  Well, the Is 300 is a pure blast to drive, thanks to great steering feedback, wonderful braking components, and strong handling. The 2Jz-Ge is unfortunatly underpowered compared to the comptetition (G35, 330) but nothing that a Turbo cant fix. Yes it is the same engine as the Supra. Car was over engineered from day 1, thus quality is 0 to none...01models as mine dont have some of the better refinement as 02+ like armrest, monochromatic rearview mirror, memory seats, Gps, manual tranny...well I had to go aftermarket.

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  Sweet Car! - 2001 Lexus IS 300
  By KingLexBucket - September 27 - 2:00 am

  This is TOTALLY a sweet car.. cept for the MPG.. But it deffinately a head turner.. Ive owned my since 2002. I have notice that it runs real hard when the engine is cold.. Plus the noice is loud fromt he outside..

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  IS 3 - 2001 Lexus IS 300
  By EPGuy - June 8 - 10:00 am

  I LOVE THIS CAR!

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  is300 is amazing - 2001 Lexus IS 300
  By 4churchill - March 3 - 10:00 am

  THE IS300 IS GREAT, COULD USE MAYBE A TAD BIT MORE POWER, AND AN ARM REST FOR SRONT PASSENGERS, OTHER THEN THAT THE CAR IS AWSOME

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  Stylish, sporty, stellar - 2001 Lexus IS 300
  By jstxlr8 - February 1 - 2:00 pm

  I have liked the IS since it came out and was thrilled to be able to buy one 2 years ago. In two years, I have had no complaints, just a lot of compliments and a lot of fun. Id rather have this car used for the 20,000 I bought it for than any new car on the road for the same price. I drive my cars pretty hard, and this has been one of my favorites..have had a Prelude, Maxima, and Probe GT, but the IS spanks em all. I do use the E shift alot, makes for a more fun driving experience, especially with the traction control off... it tends to kick in early sometimes, which is fine if Im not having a little fun with the car. Great luxo-sport car, that acts like and even looks like a coupe.

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  Great handling car!! - 2001 Lexus IS 300
  By mweb - December 24 - 2:00 am

  With 29,000 miles on in 10 months, this is very reliable, drives like a sports car, & gets 22 mpg. Routine maint.is kind of high, but cust. ser. is the best around. Front seats are great, but the back is best left to children. The trunk is decent, but then I didnt buy this car for its cargo capacity. I got it cause its fast, handles great & looks awesome. I wish I had spent the extra few grand and bought a new 2002 with a 5-speed. I recommend this to anyone looking for a sports sedan that handles, is fast, gets good fuel mileage, & wont be in the shop all the time like a BMW.

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  Just buy one !!!! - 2001 Lexus IS 300
  By Stevo - August 26 - 10:00 am

  I bought the IS300 after driving the BMW325i, Mecedes 240, and Audi A4. The Lexus had the best styling and most standard features, and on Road testing the best raod manners and supple yet firm suspension. The only thing I would like to see improved about this car is more power though the standing start take off was enough to shock my BMW driving friends ! I have never enjoyed drivin as much as in my IS.

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  is 300 - 2001 Lexus IS 300
  By centex229 - August 13 - 2:00 am

  really a trend setter, model for many vehicles avaiable now. Could use more power. Dealer service, follow up is AAA+