2001 Lexus IS Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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User reviews for 2001 Lexus IS
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by Anonymous
Aug 26, 2024
Nice car for teens and I love the interior Aug 26, 2024
by Kristel M
Nov 28, 2020
I bought one that had issues, but I would buy another one and I will soon. Nov 28, 2020
by Jose P
Sep 13, 2014
Car is fun and comfortable to drive around town, sporty look appears to younger crowd even though considered a late model car. Car was bought 9 months ago for my 17 year old son, and so far we've been lucky with repairs, but on high mileage cars its only a matter of time before foreign car part prices kick in.Sep 13, 2014
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by Anonymous
Aug 26, 2024
Nice car for teens and I love the interior Aug 26, 2024
by Kristel M
Nov 28, 2020
I bought one that had issues, but I would buy another one and I will soon. Nov 28, 2020
by Jose P
Sep 13, 2014
Car is fun and comfortable to drive around town, sporty look appears to younger crowd even though considered a late model car. Car was bought 9 months ago for my 17 year old son, and so far we've been lucky with repairs, but on high mileage cars its only a matter of time before foreign car part prices kick in.Sep 13, 2014
by Anonymous
Jul 14, 2014
I like this car because I love how the body work is done . How I get the attention from others.I recently put the alarm, and the remote start. And the 9inch radio. AC and HEATER pluse engine is in perfect condition.Jul 14, 2014
by Anonymous
May 28, 2014
the is300 was purchased in 2001. i purchased one of the first vehicles to come stateside. it was a great car and offered adequate room, excellent power, handling and brakes, the fuel economy was excellent. the one drawback was because of the compact size of the car, it did not have the room for lots of passengers or luggage... but that is not what this car was built for anyways.May 28, 2014
by Ado U
Jul 28, 2011
Most reliable car i have ever owned it drives like a sports and luxury comfortable car at the same time. it has a power to it for being v6 it gets up and goes i love the style of is300 it is a very special car.Jul 28, 2011
by Mike L
Feb 17, 2011
Performance- Smooth inline 6, suspension is flawless, E-shift is forgettable and
strange compared to other Automanuals, tight gear ratio, could use another
gear as an overdrive.
Build- Fantastic, no structural failure since purchased, extremely reliable
Appearance- Decent front end while the rear lights are debatable by some.
Cost- Typical Lexus, expensive when you bring her in.
Fun Factor- Great engine output can be a real enjoyment driving, though
thirsty compared to other cars. Feb 17, 2011
by Waleed E
Sep 23, 2010
Twin Turbo Swapped
Auto to Manual R 154 Swap
HKS Carbon Fiber Muffler With 3" Down Pipe and Mid Pipe
K&N Filter
Greddy Huge Mount Intercooler up to 850+ HP
Blue Exterior and Black Interior
JVC KW-AVX815 Head Unit
4 Pioneer Amp powered Speakers
Pioneer 10" Subwoofer
Sep 23, 2010
by Kenneth L
Aug 15, 2010
Performance is great and handles like a rock. Going on over 130k miles, and it drives better than new!!! Car still gets people raving about it and still looks fresh. Gas milage and maintenance are costly items, but better than German vehicles....overall, it's definitely worth the money. The fun factor and performance definitely offsets the tight space. This car is NOT for someone with children. Aug 15, 2010
by Tim G
Jun 01, 2010
there is over 15,000 dollars put into the motor alone. when i get bored on the way it looks, i just buy a different kit to get me not to sell it!! the suspension is somewhat stock, and it handles like it is on rails. brake upgrade, but nothing spectacular, tv in dash with navJun 01, 2010
by Michael R
Nov 13, 2009
i love this car. i had some problem with corsion on the batery terminal but thats it. the car is 8yr old and the styling is timeless. the new ones are too big. acceleration off the line is quick 2nd and 3 are dissapointing but on the hwy it accelerates great.Nov 13, 2009
by Michael F
Oct 11, 2009
Handeling- amazing
Acceleration- not so great untill u hit 6k rpm's
Gas mileage- better then what hwy advertised
Fun to drive if you dont care what ur speed is, it picks up to 100 fast!! brakes great--fast amazing best entry level sports carOct 11, 2009
by Paul M
Sep 25, 2009
Performance - 2JZ-GE engine with upgrades and output of 215+hp
Custom exhaust is loud as hell.
Great for canyon runs.
Comfortable interior with DVD player and PS2.
Able to beat an Audi A8 in a drag race if the R8 was only doing 50.Sep 25, 2009
by Ray G
Feb 05, 2009
Great car funn to drive a little expensive to car for but worth it ,, needs a turbo soon just wanna do it right and not cheap so saving up the money now the bad only two cup holders in the carFeb 05, 2009
by Luke O
Sep 16, 2008
best car i have owned so far. well obvilusly since its a toyota. cant go wrong with 2jz power and rwd. interior is perfect and i love it. it could have a little more power but im sure next summer there will be a little more boost i mean power unter the hood ;)Sep 16, 2008
by Jeremy A
Sep 04, 2008
I guess I have to write something here. I have owned this car for over 4 years now, done nothing to it in regards to repairs, and I am not necessarily an easy driver! Lots of fun do drive, and looks good doing it. The gas mileage and premium gas are it only downers...I'd buy another!Sep 04, 2008
by Cole L
Aug 07, 2008
I loved the inteior,good for longer trips. heated seat, ALL leather power windows, sunroof power everything. out of the car, it had good acceleration, good on gas Triptronic push button gears. very relible, nice midnight blue color, straight 3L straight 6. tail lights a unique but not asain rice rocket look. Dont like, one thing...i wish the seat were A/C, not just heated.Aug 07, 2008
by Lang N
Jul 27, 2008
Great little car, not the largest car in its class, but is quite comfortable. Decently equipped for the price. Sporty, Rear wheel drive. Good factory sound system. Gas mileage is mediocre at best (~22mpg) Decent power under the hood, more than enough to get you around (3.0L I6 215hp) But could be better, underpowered in its class, but makes up in nimble handling. Jul 27, 2008
by Andrew W
Jul 16, 2008
Overall really great handling and performance sports sedan but very not fuel efficient, guess you gotta pay to have power and a nice ride. Very reliable as its an import but maintenance is expensive as well. Nice options but lacks rear fold down seats but a roof rack makes up for that when needed for equipment loads. Jul 16, 2008
by Christopher K
Jun 30, 2008
The car picks up pretty quick. It is faster than that of many other cars on the road. The braking is also pretty good good. The turning circle isn't bad although I still wished it was better. My car is unique because I added tint to the windows and a blue AEM short ram intake under the hood. I hope to have more upgrades to come in the future!Jun 30, 2008
by Mayumi N
Jun 17, 2008
it was a first car that i ever drove... i think.. or was it the first generation yaris?
i loved this car and i wish we still owned it... Jun 17, 2008
by Shannon T
May 31, 2008
Lexi rock, but not so much for surfersMay 31, 2008
by Nick F
May 17, 2008
Every thing is exceptional, the interior and the exterior. The only thing I don't like is the cd player.May 17, 2008
by 学 梅
May 07, 2008
This is my cousin's car that I got to drive on occasions. It's a very nice handling car- sticks very hard in corner and I do push it till I feel it slip. Engine fells powerful, seats are nice. Stereo is wonderful. transmission is responsive, the seats are positioned high which gives me much better visibility than in my infiniti's only thing i dont quite enjoy is that steering effort is much heavier than the infinit and windows rolls up and down slow conpared to my infinitiMay 07, 2008
by Derek F
May 06, 2008
Rides and handles well.May 06, 2008
by Elizabeth M
Apr 30, 2008
I love it! I bought it last fall! The car handles great, and with a V6, is very fuel efficient but still has that get up we are all looking for! Apr 30, 2008
by Benny C
Apr 15, 2008
Engine is extremely quiet, solid performance and handling. Did well on twisties.Apr 15, 2008
by Kale M
Apr 07, 2008
Cool car that is family friendly and also sportyApr 07, 2008
by Jay H
Mar 31, 2008
sicknastyyyyyy, black beauty baby=) was my dream car now i have it and for as long as i live i will always have one no matter what!Mar 31, 2008
by Nicolas S
Mar 21, 2008
What an interior... What an exterior...Mar 21, 2008
by Chester L
Feb 16, 2008
This was one of the best and most reliable cars I've ever owned.Feb 16, 2008
by Bill A
Feb 10, 2008
What this car needs is about 100 more horsepower, firmer suspension, a clutch type LSD, and more room to comfortably fit 9.5" wide wheels all around. Other than that, it's a perfect little car to get to work in. this car originated the "Altezza" taillight style, but it is a look that's starting to get old, even on the IS300. The 5-speed automatic "E-shift" feature is not that great, it is no more than selecting gears using a standard automatic shifter, except the selection is performed using buttons on the steering wheel.Feb 10, 2008
by Martel K
Jan 10, 2008
This is my lexus is 300 2001 with all the features included... 225 hp , v6 , 3.0l ... the toyota supra motor from 1994 but non turbo... leather seats heated... hid headlights........ 17 inchs costoms rims.........Jan 10, 2008
by Al K
Nov 27, 2007
actually it was a 99 IS 200 but they didn't list the option. Only kept in 3 months, good spec, but no performance.Nov 27, 2007
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2001 Lexus IS Pricing
Original MSRP
$31,350 to $31,350Price range
N/AAverage price on CG
N/AYoY price change
N/ATrims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
6 disc in-dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent