Overview & Reviews

On the outside, look for a new wheel design and smoked surrounding trim for the headlights and taillights. Inside, Lexus has added a memory function for the driver seat, a maintenance indicator light, a new storage compartment on the dash (for cars without the navigation system) and new trim highlights.

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

• Small rear seat and trunk, not much storage space, styling could be "tragically hip" by some accounts.

User Reviews:

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  Very impressed - 2004 Lexus IS 300
  By dhenri - December 18 - 10:00 am

  I love the handling of this car and it does turn lots of heads. Its fun to drive and play with. It surprises alot of people it being a Lexus and Lexus not being really associated with sportscars. The hit the nail on the head with this one. Tons of aftermarket parts for it if you wish to personalize your ride. No regrets here whatsoever.

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  A All around fun CAR to speed in - 2004 Lexus IS 300
  By Lexusguy2003 - October 16 - 10:00 am

  The acceleration literally just made me smile on my test drive. The comfort of the wheel and the sporty design won me over. I just feel happy driving my Lexus. If you want a car thats fun to drive, this is the one for you. I dont really even have to pounce on the gas to make this baby pass on the highway.

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  mylexie - 2004 Lexus IS 300
  By joejoe25 - October 16 - 10:00 am

  a new, innovative design with plenty of safety features and the fun of a sports car. a delight to drive in the city or on curvy roads. sporty handling with the class and reliability of a Lexus. I cant wait for future designs and anticipate possibly getting one in the future.

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  Toms Lexus story - 2004 Lexus IS 300
  By Sydney - August 22 - 2:00 am

  I traded in a 98 BMW328i for a cherry red Lexus IS300 Sportcross and have not looked back. It is fun to drive, styling is great... its a "looker"! I keep getting compliments on the car. It is the only one in the area, folks dont know Lexus makes this model. Only one negative comment (someone put a card on the windshield saying "next time you buy a Lexus, dont get a hatchback!). The only negative I have is the gas mileage, never over 21 MPG! At least with the Beemer I was getting 33 on the highway and 23-28 city/highway mix!

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  Best Sport Sedan - 2004 Lexus IS 300
  By Retroman Driver - July 16 - 2:00 am

  Best Sport sedan I ever Had!! In the past I own BMW 1600, Audi 90, Datsun 240Z, But this is by far is the near perfect sport sedan. Buy it stick shift to enjoy it. 3.0 liter engine has plenty torque to spin tires. I got the "SPORT DESIGN" (list $1,335), which has nice features: 11-spoke tires and 8-wat adjustable seets(a must). By the way, before I got my Lexus, I test drived all the other sport-sedans + one sport car. Infinity G-35, BMW 330, Mercedes 320, Acura and Nissan 350Z. They were all nice, but I liked the way IS 300 held the rode, its quality and the tastefull interior and exterior design.

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  FUN FUN FUN - 2004 Lexus IS 300
  By lms - July 6 - 10:00 am

  My 2002 has 60k miles in less than two years. No mechanichal problems but cost per mile is high (17" tires). Snow tires a must. Overall, it is the best car I have ever owned, and without a doubt the most fun to drive. I have the 5 spd and wished it had a 6. Comfort zone is 75-90. Extreme noise at 50+ mph with back windows fully down. WOuld buy it again without hesitation.

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  like a real rock - 2004 Lexus IS 300
  By tobyd - December 3 - 2:00 am

  My IS is a 2001 model. I have about 60000 miles on it. THis car is still Brand New.

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  WOW! - 2004 Lexus IS 300
  By jbdusf - November 13 - 5:23 pm

  I was looking to buy a new car and was thinking Nissan Maximas, BMW 325i, Infiniti G35. I actually stopped at a dealership looking to see if they had any of the above models. They didnt, however I saw a silver Lexus IS 300. I knew this was the car for me! I am in Real Estate so I needed a 4 door sedan. I had a 2001 Toyota Celica. This was the best of both worlds. Luxurious sedan as well as high performance sports car. The steering wheel shift buttons are awesome! 0-60 in 6.7 seconds which is on par with a Porsche Boxster! It handles like a dream! The ONLY complaint is that the gas mileage is poor for the size car it is. Overall, it is a great car and I highly recommend it!!

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  Love This Car! - 2004 Lexus IS 300
  By RFH - October 17 - 10:00 am

  Not sure what to expect when bouoght it. Continually impressed with its perfomance, qualtiy and "fun to drive" aspects. Refreshing after have three SUVs over nine years. Handliing and responsiveness add to the safety features which are impressive. Great "small" car!

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  I love her - 2004 Lexus IS 300
  By JamesTx - June 11 - 10:00 am

  I have a Graphite pearl grey with a 5spd. It is great. I love the dash layout and the seats. Also the aluminum pedals and trim looks great (unlike that cheasy wood). The exterior is beautiful, I love the front end, and the Euro ligths look nice too.It handles great, and the engine picks up quick. The inline 6 is the same one that toyota put in the Supra.