2008
Lexus IS 350

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Safety review

Based on the 2008 Lexus IS 350 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
5/5
Side driver
5/5
Side rear passenger
4/5

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4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years

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2 years / unlimited miles from your certified vehicle date of purchase.
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2 years / unlimited miles from your certified vehicle date of purchase. Coverage begins after completion of the 4-year / 50,000 new vehicle Basic Warranty.
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Consumer reviews

93% of drivers recommend this car
4.6 / 5
Based on 15 reviews
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Comfort 4.4
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.9
Value 4.3
Exterior 4.5
Reliability 4.7

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  • By 17-fifty from Oak Ridge Tennessee
    Owns this car
    April 11, 2019

    2008 Lexus IS350

    The car is 11 years old. We had to install a new water pump. Other than that Lexus of Knoxville gave it a clean bill of health.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mark's Cars from Sacramento, CA
    Owns this car
    January 26, 2018

    Nicest car that I have driven.

    This is a great car. It's a small sedan with a sports car feel. I love driving this car onto the freeway. The acceleration is incredible and it responds to your every move as if you are one with the car. It's interior is laid out in a prefect fashion with all controls right at you finger tips. The sound system is excellent
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Lexus IS350 from Raytown, Mo
    Owns this car
    September 3, 2017

    An Awesome car that has a lot of power !

    It drives like a dream it is a performance car with rear wheel drive ! The car handles wonderful and a dream to drive !
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By dapperB
    Owns this car
    August 15, 2017

    very good on gas ..and handles like a pro

    I love this car ...the only con I have is the backseat is small. No room for adults in the rear. overall great car love the drive and the handling
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By MACH1DAVE from HUNTERSVILLE N.C.
    Owns this car
    June 22, 2017

    GREAT POWER GREAT LOOKS 306HP

    GREAT car very quick love the way it looks .interior is very nice, seats are very comfortable and its turning radius is amazing. I like the front grill much better on this model than the current models which look like the front end of a train. it has all the bells and whistles and they all work correctly. I LOVE THIS CAR.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Fsport717
    Owns this car
    May 23, 2017

    Its definitely a reliable car.

    This is a good first car to have. It has heated and ventilated seats. Its loaded for a 9 year old car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By das5167 from Baltimore, MD
    Owns this car
    May 4, 2017

    Fun car to drive

    I love the car. It has plenty of power and handling to go along with it. The interior is nice but the seating could me more comfortable to handle longer road trips.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Happytohavethis from Louisville, Ky
    Owns this car
    January 31, 2014

    Fantastic Vehicle

    I have had this for 1 month and its been a pleasure to have this vehicle. I love the drive, acceleration, and all the features it has. The bluetooth is a bit outdated with this being a 2008 but there are ways to get around it. The backup camera is really nice to have. This car is not for people much over 6ft as far as the back seats. Dont think much problem if you are in front however. Get 3M paint protection for the front as the hood is prone to rock chips. You wont be sorry you got this car!!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Ricegal from Dallas, TX
    Owns this car
    March 27, 2012

    My Dream Car

    This is a great vehicle. I have driven the IS250 vs the IS350 and the 350 is definitely worth the extra money. The acceleration alone is worth it. However, that "get up and go" comes with a price, low MPG. It has the worst fuel efficiency of any of the performance cars I have owned so be prepared to fill up on premium gas often. Otherwise, it is a great car that is comfortable and fun to drive. A excellent purchase that I don't regret.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By black-eye-s-350 from Oregon
    Owns this car
    December 6, 2011

    Very nice ride

    Very comfortable front seats, but not much room for adults sitting in back. Easy to use navigation. Rear view visibility is not great. A rear view back up camera helps. Sleek, sexy, simplistic design. If you're deciding between the 250 and 350, go with the latter as the 250 is very underpowered. Very solid and well built vehicle.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By B-rad from SanMarcos, Texas
    Owns this car
    August 24, 2011

    Better than my Vette

    In love with this car. Blacked out the grill and the wheels. Get compliments daily! 29 MPG average with HEAVY peddle.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By curbcheck
    Owns this car
    July 31, 2011

    Ready for my lease to be up

    For years I drove BMW 3 series. When it was time to get a new car, I simply could not afford the BMW 3 series I wanted with all of the extra options, so I explored Lexus. Service and affordability has been excellent. I went with the IS 350 instead of the 250 to compare to my previous BMW. Along with this, I got all of the "bells and whistles" I could not afford in the BMW. I have had this car going on 4 years now, and I just can't love it. It does not take a sharp corner without skidding out in the rear. Visibility is not very good for me compared to my previous cars. I am constantly "curb checking." Not sure why. The Nav system is not very helpful-I often use my google maps on my iphone instead. The back seat is very small. I do enjoy all of the features that Lexus includes, though. I would definitely recommend Lexus for the customer service, and I do enjoy driving the RX when I get a loaner. Otherwise, I may have to return to German engineering.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2008 Lexus IS 350?

The 2008 Lexus IS 350 is available in 1 trim level:

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What is the MPG of the 2008 Lexus IS 350?

The 2008 Lexus IS 350 offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 25 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2008 Lexus IS 350 reliable?

The 2008 Lexus IS 350 has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2008 Lexus IS 350 owners.

Is the 2008 Lexus IS 350 a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2008 Lexus IS 350. 93.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 15 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.9
  • Value: 4.3
  • Exterior: 4.5
  • Reliability: 4.7

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