Lexus IS vs Lexus LS
Overview | |
Years produced2001-Present | Years produced1990-Present |
MSRP$45,500 | MSRP$75,000 |
Listings376 | Listings30 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryLexus refreshed the IS for the 2026 model year, infusing it with the latest digital instrumentation, infotainment, and driver assistance technologies. It also updated the exterior and interior, retuned the steering and suspension, and refined the driving experience. However, the lineup loses the IS 300 with the lower-powered V6 engine and the IS 500 with the thundering 5.0-litre V8, leaving a V6-powered IS 350 with standard all-wheel drive (AWD) as the sole model in Canada. Verdict: The 2026 Lexus IS 350 is enjoyable to drive, exudes quality, and boasts a long-standing reputation for reliability. For those who want a small sports sedan with such characteristics, this is the car. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 311 hp V6 | Engine3.5L 416 hp V6 |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower311 hp @ 6600 rpm | Horsepower416 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 311 hp V6 | Engine Name3.5L 416 hp V6 |
Torque280 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | Torque442 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower311 hp @ 6600 rpm | Horsepower416 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.8 cu ft | Cargo Space17.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3792 lbs | Curb Weight4707 lbs |
Height56.5 in | Height57.5 in |
Length185.8 in | Length206.1 in |
Width72.4 in | Width74.8 in |
Wheelbase110.2 in | Wheelbase123.0 in |
Maximum Payload908 lbs | Maximum Payload870 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2001-Present | 1990-Present |
MSRP | $45,500 | $75,000 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Lexus refreshed the IS for the 2026 model year, infusing it with the latest digital instrumentation, infotainment, and driver assistance technologies. It also updated the exterior and interior, retuned the steering and suspension, and refined the driving experience. However, the lineup loses the IS 300 with the lower-powered V6 engine and the IS 500 with the thundering 5.0-litre V8, leaving a V6-powered IS 350 with standard all-wheel drive (AWD) as the sole model in Canada. Verdict: The 2026 Lexus IS 350 is enjoyable to drive, exudes quality, and boasts a long-standing reputation for reliability. For those who want a small sports sedan with such characteristics, this is the car. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 311 hp V6 | 3.5L 416 hp V6 |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 311 hp @ 6600 rpm | 416 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 311 hp V6 | 3.5L 416 hp V6 |
Torque | 280 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | 442 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 311 hp @ 6600 rpm | 416 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.8 cu ft | 17.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3792 lbs | 4707 lbs |
Height | 56.5 in | 57.5 in |
Length | 185.8 in | 206.1 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 74.8 in |
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 123.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 908 lbs | 870 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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