Lexus IS 500

Said to be “an ode to this storied nameplate’s history and legacy,” the Lexus IS 500 Ultimate Edition will be limited to just 500 units for North America.

Little changes for the 2025 Lexus IS, and a yellow-themed Special Appearance Package available on the IS 500 is limited to just 180 cars.

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The Lexus IS is mechanically unchanged for the 2024 model year, though there are some notable updates.

Take a look at how the Latch system and each car seat scored in our Car Seat Check of the 2023 Lexus IS 500.

The 2023 IS adds limited-run appearance packages for the 350 and 500 F Sport, a new F Sport Design option and handling package for the 350 F Sport, and a slight price increase across the board.

The 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance replaces a 311-horsepower, naturally aspirated V-6 with an honest-to-God 5.0-liter V-8 engine delivering 472 hp and 395 pounds-feet of torque.

The 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance might be one of the last V-8 compact sports sedans you’ll ever be able to buy if current global trends continue apace.