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2020
Lexus IS 350

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Notable features

New Black Line Special Edition available
Turbo four-cylinder or V-6 power
Rear- or all-wheel drive
Adaptive suspension available
Performance-oriented F Sport Package available

Available trims

See the differences side-by-side to compare trims.
  • IS 350 F SPORT RWD
    Starts at
    $42,180
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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    Highlights

    20 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    5 Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6 Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive Drivetrain

    Engine

    277 @ 4800 SAE Net Torque @ RPM
    311 @ 6600 SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
    3.5 L/211 Displacement
    Premium Unleaded V-6 Engine Type

    Suspension

    Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
    Double Wishbone Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
    Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear
    Double Wishbone Suspension Type - Front

    Weight & Capacity

    N/A Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
    17 gal Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
    N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
    N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
    N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
    N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
    3,594 lbs Base Curb Weight

    Safety

    Standard Stability Control
    Standard Backup Camera
    Standard Lane Departure Warning
    Standard Automatic Emergency Braking

    Entertainment

    Standard Bluetooth®

    Electrical

    N/A Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
    N/A Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)

    Brakes

    N/A Drum - Rear (Yes or )
    12 in Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
    13 in Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
    Yes Disc - Rear (Yes or )
    Yes Disc - Front (Yes or )
    N/A Brake ABS System (Second Line)
    4-Wheel Brake ABS System
    4-Wheel Disc Brake Type
  • IS 350 RWD
    Starts at
    $42,180
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs

    Highlights

    20 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    5 Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6 Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive Drivetrain

    Engine

    Premium Unleaded V-6 Engine Type
    3.5 L/211 Displacement
    311 @ 6600 SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
    277 @ 4800 SAE Net Torque @ RPM

    Suspension

    Double Wishbone Suspension Type - Front
    Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear
    Double Wishbone Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
    Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

    Weight & Capacity

    3,594 lbs Base Curb Weight
    N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
    N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
    N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
    N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
    17 gal Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
    N/A Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

    Safety

    Standard Automatic Emergency Braking
    Standard Stability Control
    Standard Lane Departure Warning
    Standard Backup Camera

    Entertainment

    Standard Bluetooth®

    Electrical

    N/A Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
    N/A Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

    Brakes

    4-Wheel Disc Brake Type
    4-Wheel Brake ABS System
    N/A Brake ABS System (Second Line)
    Yes Disc - Front (Yes or )
    Yes Disc - Rear (Yes or )
    13 in Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
    12 in Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
    N/A Drum - Rear (Yes or )
  • IS 350 AWD
    Starts at
    $44,345
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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    Highlights

    19 City / 26 Hwy MPG
    5 Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6 Engine
    All Wheel Drive Drivetrain

    Engine

    277 @ 4800 SAE Net Torque @ RPM
    311 @ 6600 SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
    3.5 L/211 Displacement
    Premium Unleaded V-6 Engine Type

    Suspension

    Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
    Double Wishbone Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
    Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear
    Double Wishbone Suspension Type - Front

    Weight & Capacity

    N/A Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
    17 gal Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
    N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
    N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
    N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
    N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
    3,737 lbs Base Curb Weight

    Safety

    Standard Lane Departure Warning
    Standard Automatic Emergency Braking
    Standard Backup Camera
    Standard Stability Control

    Entertainment

    Standard Bluetooth®

    Electrical

    N/A Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
    N/A Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)

    Brakes

    N/A Drum - Rear (Yes or )
    12 in Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
    13 in Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
    Yes Disc - Rear (Yes or )
    Yes Disc - Front (Yes or )
    N/A Brake ABS System (Second Line)
    4-Wheel Brake ABS System
    4-Wheel Disc Brake Type
  • IS 350 F SPORT AWD
    Starts at
    $44,345
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs

    Highlights

    19 City / 26 Hwy MPG
    5 Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6 Engine
    All Wheel Drive Drivetrain

    Engine

    Premium Unleaded V-6 Engine Type
    3.5 L/211 Displacement
    311 @ 6600 SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
    277 @ 4800 SAE Net Torque @ RPM

    Suspension

    Double Wishbone Suspension Type - Front
    Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear
    Double Wishbone Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
    Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

    Weight & Capacity

    3,737 lbs Base Curb Weight
    N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
    N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
    N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
    N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
    17 gal Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
    N/A Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

    Safety

    Standard Automatic Emergency Braking
    Standard Backup Camera
    Standard Stability Control
    Standard Lane Departure Warning

    Entertainment

    Standard Bluetooth®

    Electrical

    N/A Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
    N/A Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

    Brakes

    4-Wheel Disc Brake Type
    4-Wheel Brake ABS System
    N/A Brake ABS System (Second Line)
    Yes Disc - Front (Yes or )
    Yes Disc - Rear (Yes or )
    13 in Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
    12 in Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
    N/A Drum - Rear (Yes or )

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The good & the bad

The good

Soft but supportive F Sport front seats
F Sport’s motorized gauge cluster
Navigation system’s 10.3-inch screen
Good ride comfort
Backseat legroom

The bad

Lacks sportiness
Maddening Remote Touch controller
Some cheap-looking interior trim
Large ledge between trunk floor and folded backseat
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto not offered

Expert 2020 Lexus IS 350 review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
By Cars.com Editors
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our expert's take

What Is the 2020 Lexus IS?

The Lexus IS is a compact luxury sports sedan that seats up to five people. The rear-wheel-drive IS 300 features a 241-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, while the all-wheel-drive IS 300 uses a 260-hp, 3.5-liter V-6. 

Stepping up the IS powertrain ladder, both rear- and all-wheel-drive versions of the IS 350 come with a 311-hp, 3.5-liter V-6. An eight-speed automatic goes in IS models with rear-wheel drive, while a six-speed automatic goes in all-wheel-drive sedans. Competitors include the Audi A4, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW 3 Series. A new IS is scheduled to debut as a 2021 model. 

What’s New on the 2020 Lexus IS?

A new Black Line Special Edition is available for F Sport versions of the IS. Limited to 900 units, the cosmetic package features black-chrome wheels, a black grille and side mirror covers, plus a black interior with blue and gray accents. 

What Features in the 2020 Lexus IS Are Most Important?

Standard features include a 7-inch multimedia screen, a power moonroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, two USB ports, simulated leather seating surfaces and satellite radio. Standard safety features include forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning with steering assist, automatic high-beam headlights and adaptive cruise control. 

Available features include a blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert, a power rear sunshade, a heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, built-in navigation with a 10.3-inch screen, and a Mark Levinson audio system. 

Should I Buy the 2020 Lexus IS?

The IS is a comfortable compact luxury car with good backseat space. It’s too bad its driving experience lacks the fun-to-drive feeling offered by the Alfa Romeo Giulia, Genesis G70 and others. There are also some cheap-looking trim pieces in the cabin, and the Remote Touch interface remains extremely frustrating. 

2020 Lexus IS 350 review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2020 Lexus IS?

The Lexus IS is a compact luxury sports sedan that seats up to five people. The rear-wheel-drive IS 300 features a 241-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, while the all-wheel-drive IS 300 uses a 260-hp, 3.5-liter V-6. 

Stepping up the IS powertrain ladder, both rear- and all-wheel-drive versions of the IS 350 come with a 311-hp, 3.5-liter V-6. An eight-speed automatic goes in IS models with rear-wheel drive, while a six-speed automatic goes in all-wheel-drive sedans. Competitors include the Audi A4, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW 3 Series. A new IS is scheduled to debut as a 2021 model. 

What’s New on the 2020 Lexus IS?

A new Black Line Special Edition is available for F Sport versions of the IS. Limited to 900 units, the cosmetic package features black-chrome wheels, a black grille and side mirror covers, plus a black interior with blue and gray accents. 

What Features in the 2020 Lexus IS Are Most Important?

Standard features include a 7-inch multimedia screen, a power moonroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, two USB ports, simulated leather seating surfaces and satellite radio. Standard safety features include forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning with steering assist, automatic high-beam headlights and adaptive cruise control. 

Available features include a blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert, a power rear sunshade, a heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, built-in navigation with a 10.3-inch screen, and a Mark Levinson audio system. 

Should I Buy the 2020 Lexus IS?

The IS is a comfortable compact luxury car with good backseat space. It’s too bad its driving experience lacks the fun-to-drive feeling offered by the Alfa Romeo Giulia, Genesis G70 and others. There are also some cheap-looking trim pieces in the cabin, and the Remote Touch interface remains extremely frustrating. 

Safety review

Based on the 2020 Lexus IS 350 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
5/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
9.5%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
9.5%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Maintenance
1 years / 10,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
2 years / unlimited miles from your certified vehicle date of purchase.
Basic
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.
Dealer certification
161-point inspection

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Consumer reviews

5.0 / 5
Based on 1 review
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Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0

Sporty and prestigious

Test drove the IS 250..nice but the IS 350 F sport was superior with enhanced performance and more amenities. Interior and exterior had more unique characteristics with great markings. Sharp looking with all the bells and whistles..worth the extra cost
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Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2020 Lexus IS 350?

The 2020 Lexus IS 350 is available in 2 trim levels:

  • IS 350 (2 styles)
  • IS 350 F SPORT (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2020 Lexus IS 350?

The 2020 Lexus IS 350 offers up to 20 MPG in city driving and 28 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.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2020 Lexus IS 350?

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Is the 2020 Lexus IS 350 reliable?

The 2020 Lexus IS 350 has an average reliability rating of 5.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2020 Lexus IS 350 owners.

Is the 2020 Lexus IS 350 a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2020 Lexus IS 350. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

5.0 / 5
Based on 1 reviews
  • Comfort: 5.0
  • Interior: 5.0
  • Performance: 5.0
  • Value: 5.0
  • Exterior: 5.0
  • Reliability: 5.0

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