Overview & Reviews

Other than having some new wheel designs, the IS 300 is unchanged this year.

• 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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  Could be a bit faster, but I love mine - 2003 Lexus IS 300
  By TerenceL - December 4 - 10:00 am

  Cheaper than the 330i, more fun to drive than most smaller sedans, but can also be used to drive clients or parents around (unlike say the Impreza WRX). I love mine. I was also considering the G35, but the reliability differences between Toyota and Nissan put my money on the Lexus.

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  a hot rod with back doors! - 2003 Lexus IS 300
  By mike jones - September 27 - 10:00 am

  very reliable and fun to drive

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  Sold my IS 300 after Seven good years - 2003 Lexus IS 300
  By Aja1 - August 23 - 2:53 pm

  I just traded in my 03 IS after seven years and 161,000 miles (purchased new). During my ownership, I never replaced a light bulb, only replaced the brakes once and the tires twice. The car was a joy to drive and I would have kept it for another 100,000 if I didnt need a bigger car for a growing family. I wish I liked the new IS series as much, but I thought the styling dropped off and the inline-6 was special.

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  love this car - 2003 Lexus IS 300
  By cjl32 - July 23 - 10:00 am

  This car is a major headturner. Lexus has the best service in the world. I test drove the G35, CL, TL, 325i and the IS300 was by far the best deal and best car. This car is so quiet that sometimes I forget its on!

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  THIS CAR IS BAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - 2003 Lexus IS 300
  By This car is bad!!! - June 27 - 2:00 am

  My car broke down in two hours after I got it from the dealer...Bring it back to dealer, got it back and it broke down again in 2 weeks. I should have got C-class, 3 series or Audi A4!!!!

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  Why buy a fancy camry? - 2003 Lexus IS 300
  By robcrowley - May 4 - 10:00 am

  nothing really thrilling about the eshift automatic. This car is loaded yes but the automatic is so boring to drive and the handling is ok but not all that - rear wheel sucks who cares. after 2 mos I am buying a Saab 9-3 Arc. thankfully with the dealer incents I am not losing my shirt on the lexus. Make sure you test drive Saabs, Audis etc This is really a revved up camry and I am not so happy. oh yeah and after 20K of boring drivng youll have to cough up over a grand for the new tires you need. Also the service coverage ends with the first oil change so get out your $$

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  best car - 2003 Lexus IS 300
  By good guy - March 22 - 10:00 am

  I got a good car. Its a fun to drive. excellent handling, nice design (rear), and perpect audio system are best of this vehicle. Also you drive fast in freeway, you feel attraction of is 300.

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  Balanced - 2003 Lexus IS 300
  By spylogic - February 13 - 2:00 am

  I think this car is awesome. Its a pleasure to drive everyday. Sure it could use a little more hp but Ill fix that with a few modifications that will still keep in under warranty. It has all the modern creature comforts inside and fits my life style very well. In general I think its a great value.

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  Bought it used, but it still had zero problems! - 2003 Lexus IS 300
  By gpokhare - January 26 - 11:19 am

  Bought it w/ 120,000 KMs and as a rebuilt title. Amazingly fun car to drive in the summer, and is extremely reliable. In 2 years owning it, outside of having to change the brake pad and battery, I only had to come in to the shop for oil changes and tire changes. However, the car is not good for heavy winter driving. Because its RWD and fairly light, you have to be extremely careful when driving it in heavy snow roads as it tends to slide. The stock stereo is unbelievable. I tried a 2014 BMW this year, and the stereo on that didnt even match the 03 Lexus IS stereo. Also, this cars safety features protected me very well when I was t-boned by another car. I would highly recommend this car.

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  This car is AMAZING! - 2003 Lexus IS 300
  By Lil IS300 - January 8 - 10:00 am

  This car is absolutly incredible. The handling surpasses anything I have ever driven and makes BMWs handling a joke. I cant get over how wonderful it looks - both inside and out. Although the interior (dash) can have a few improvements made, the eye-catching chrome shift knob and gauges are very cool - especially at night when they glow orange. This car gets a 10 for fun to drive...there hasnt ever been a car ive owned which actually gives me a smile taking turns. 3 days after owning this car and ive already peeked inside my garage 10 times just to check on her...its beautiful. Im an extremely satisfied customer!