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2008 Lexus IS 250 consumer reviews

$30,855–$34,485 MSRP range
side view of 2008 IS 250 Lexus
(55 reviews)
89% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.3
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.6
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Loved it so much I bought another one.

I've owned 2 now and would love to buy a 3rd gen IS now. They have been extremely reliable. Car might seem a bit small for a tall person or someone who has multiple passengers. Handling and performance made this a fun car to drive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Good entry level luxury car

The car is very good for a starter single person for daily driving. It does lack legroom in the back seats. Overall before it hits 100k miles there’s not a whole lot of maintenance that needs to be done to it. I recommend leasing this car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car I?ve had

I love the car I love how this car has aged as well. A little more power and it?d be perfect. I also wish it was more fuel efficient but it does the job for day to day driving

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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One of the best cars I ever owned

I bought the car over 3 years ago, runs strong, good mpg. Only draw back, is rear seat leg room. I have 100k miles now , still going great. Darrin

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Awesome Vehicle

One of the most fun cars I?ve ever driven. I look forward to purchasing:) I think these are the most sleek looking models even though the first model is what made me fall for the IS Lexis series from the begining.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent car to own

Performs exceptionally well . Good interior. Well designed exterior. Safety features are great. Easy to drive. Drives like a sports car. Everything about it is beautiful.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Very nice car for the money

Excellent drive and great fuel efficiency. The car is small but has great power and runs very smooth and pretty reliable. Nice pretty looking reliable car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Nice car!

I love my first car and really enjoying it. It met all my needs except one thing no heated and air conditioned seats.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car I `ve owned

This car met all I need ,very smooth,runs great ,comfy,love the exterior color,very clean inside,clean title

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Fun commuter car

Its a fun little commuter car, doesn't have a ton of interior space, trunk is about average in terms of size. I really enjoyed driving it and owning it, my favorite part is the engine noises it makes, although the 2.5L V6 doesn't make a lot of power it is an absolute blast to listen too. Altogether a great car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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