Is The 2022 Lexus IS 500 F-Sport Performance The Return Of The IS F?

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2 жыл бұрын

With nearly a decade passing since the #LexusISF, enthusiasts have been begging Lexus to stuff a V8 back into their smallest sport sedan. For 2022, ‪@lexus‬ listened with the #LexusIS500. It many not be a true IS F, but the #IS500FSportPerformance is the most powerful #LexusIS ever, with 472 HP going to the rear wheels through an 8-speed AT and RWD. With a starting price of around $56,500, its about $10,000 less expensive versus the RC F which has the same 5.0L V8 engine.
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@theredline 2 жыл бұрын

The V8 is back in the Lexus IS and we have to say, we liked it a lot more than we expected. It’s quicker to 60 mph than a TLX Type S and Q50 Red Sport, plus that V8 noise is just perfection. We also liked the $56,500 base price but fully loaded at $67k is a bit steep. Still, we’re glad Lexus decided to give us a V8 again! Would you guys go for this car or choose one of its turbocharged 6-cylinder competitors?

@naveenthemachine 2 жыл бұрын

The v8 sound alone is worth the extra cash over the turbo competitors

@motobazuka2535 2 жыл бұрын

I'd still go with the m340i

@kellyoubrejr544 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, this is *MY* opinion but I think it looks better, sounds better, reliability is a hell of a lot better and styling probably to because the Germans to me are getting bland and soulless. The interiors kill the Lexus tho and might have the edge over the Lexus in driving experience.

@ftr911drvr 2 жыл бұрын

@@motobazuka2535the M340I is faster, has better gas mileage, has better technology, and a nicer interior for the same price.....its a no brainer

@MetalMeansClassic 2 жыл бұрын

Would pick it a y time of the day over all competitors. Thanks Sofyan for non-baised review.

@little123456788 2 жыл бұрын

An engine like that in a modern car is a gem. Tired of all these damn small displacement turbos and EVs/hybrids nowadays. Well done Lexus!!

@bubblelex5051 2 жыл бұрын

Long live jdm v8s 🔥

@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan Жыл бұрын

I miss the days when Lexus made this high revving N/A V8. This is one of the best V8s I think have ever been made.

@dygardion9130 2 жыл бұрын

Man! That sound was beautiful There’s no replacement for displacement

@VaunShiz 2 жыл бұрын

I don't think the interior looks dated at all, not everything needs a wall of screens and 0 buttons

@biglee13m 2 жыл бұрын

The interior feels dated compared to others in the segment. The interior is just old. Too much plastics and bad ergonomics. You'd have metals and leathers in other cars, not cheap plastics.

@tommyaintgotnojob 2 жыл бұрын

Go look at the interior of a 2011 Lexus IS and then compare it to this 2022 model. It's nearly unchanged.

@bubblelex5051 2 жыл бұрын

@@tommyaintgotnojob the 2011 looks way different your tripping. You mean 2014 and up

@TheNacional95 2 жыл бұрын

@@bubblelex5051 Yeah he tripping, 2014+. But still an old interior. Lexus aren't worth buying new. Buy them at 50k miles 2-3 years later. Or just get a BMW and enjoy the ride

@bubblelex5051 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheNacional95 sir you get a bmw as a lawn ornament becuase your not going to be able to drive that plastic piece of junk before it breaks. If you want bmw get 90s or early 00s bmw. But that's just me 🤷‍♂️

@marhawk6468 2 жыл бұрын

Although today wasn’t payday. Waking up to a bunch of new is500 reviews made my day!!!

@BoogieBoyBronx 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

@ilimit 2 жыл бұрын

This car is beautiful. The refreshed IS is definitely a looker and now with the engine to match. Would be nice to get the F treatment. This interior combo would also look great in the Grecian blue color.

@HappyCarReviews 2 жыл бұрын

A Lexus with a V8 under 60K? I guess now we can all dream with affording one of this... One day.😃

@bitcoochie4093 2 жыл бұрын

My next car for sure

@HappyCarReviews 2 жыл бұрын

@@bitcoochie4093 Yes sir! Sending you positives vibes so you get it soon!👊🏼

@ruskibruski 2 жыл бұрын

Just buy an isf for 15k much more affordable

@HappyCarReviews 2 жыл бұрын

@@ruskibruski Very interesting point.👍🏼

@kgisabeast 2 жыл бұрын

@@ruskibruski I’ve literally never seen an ISF for 15k, lowest I’ve seen was 18k and it had 265k on it lol

@d1arkblue 2 жыл бұрын

Lexus built this car to last for 20-30years. Every part in the car is tried and proven.

@uberenthusiasts 2 жыл бұрын

As it should. The car dates back to 2008, like most lexus models.

@JamesKarne 2 жыл бұрын

Same like Lexus ls400 I own a 1989 Lexus ls400 from original owners is pass away and I brought a Lexus ls400 is running almost 32 years! Amazing everything is still work!

@DoctorGaga87 2 жыл бұрын

30 years? Yeah, no.

@boywonder8114 2 жыл бұрын

Dig that

@JustinElliot1990 2 жыл бұрын

The hybrid versions as well? I hope so, I have one..

@DLPTonyATL 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Sofyan, picked up my 2022 IS 500 Premium on Friday and driving it the 800 miles back home! 1. Unlike your tester, mine came with the upgraded Mark Levinson sound system, a moonroof, and memory seats. 2. After 500 miles, I can report the brake pedal is kinda soft. It’s fine, but definitely softer than my 2016 IS 350 FSport. The interior has been around, it’s like sitting in my 2016, but not. It’s weird how it can be both. Basically it’s quite comfortable and very functional. No need for over the top ambient lighting or an overly large touch screen. IMO 3. There is a difference in drive modes, like Jekyll & Hyde difference. I suspect Lexus reviewed the videos of you and a few others, and made adjustments to the transmission’s software mapping. On the highway, NORMAL mode is freaking terrible for a driving enthusiast. The handling and the responsiveness is way too lazy. For long highway trips, I say SPORT mode is best. The car literally wakes up and you’re like: “Okay…this is the business, now I’m driving a sports car!” The RPMs are just a smidge higher, the gas mileage is the same, and the comfort is still Lexus. Just easier to modulate speed and direct the car. In SPORT+ (on long trips) the steering is way too heavy and the rest of the car is too firm. In the city however, it’s Sport+ all day, every day for me! 😂 I knew your review was spot-on, so glad I was able to see it before getting mine. Keep up the great work!

@bryancortes7557 Жыл бұрын

How much was urs otd?

@nobonesar Жыл бұрын

He doesn't know what he's talking about, at 8:57 you can see the "Mark Levinson" in the middle console

@speedfiend925 2 жыл бұрын

Sofyan, side note. It did come with the Mark Levinson system. You can clearly see the callout on the head unit at about 8:58 into the video.

@jonathanratliff4780 2 жыл бұрын

And it’s all Lexus… No BMW or Subaru DNA. This car is gorgeous and a huge shout out to Lexus for doing this can’t say enough. Wish I could afford it maybe A low mileage well-maintained non-abused used one in a few years....sigh

@nacho7614 2 жыл бұрын

Just wait 3.5-4yrs it’ll be like 45k, okay mileage and yeah depending if ya finance etc. I’ll still be shy of 50k.

@DLPTonyATL 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love the IS and the 500 even more so. Will be trading in my '16 IS350 FSport RWD for this very soon. Great and fair review as always; but I'll admit, I was concerned you'd hate and trash it! Whew! :-D

@richardnavratil9661 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy! I can attest, having a '19 Bullitt, that a V8 for a daily (assuming you'll daily yours) is a fantastic decision! :)

@manoflifeable 2 жыл бұрын

On god the 350 gotta go

@DLPTonyATL 2 жыл бұрын

@@richardnavratil9661 Pre-COVID my commute was 60 miles to and from the office. Now I work from home fulltime, but I'll 'find' reasons to take him out! :-D

@DLPTonyATL 2 жыл бұрын

@Just think Right…’Trade it in’ meant sell it to Carmax or one of the new online dealers. Don’t worry, I’m not trading the car in to Lexus. 😉👍🏽

@DLPTonyATL 2 жыл бұрын

@Just think I’ve consistently seen over inflated sale prices through these other venues. If the market is still as such right before I take delivery (Early 2022?) then CL isn’t a consideration.

@mrulizez12ify 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t think The interior looks outdated. I personally love it . Anyone else ?

@yousef.al-assaf Жыл бұрын

It's gorgeous. Aside from the infotainment graphics, everything is premuim. Some people just want flashy gimmicky interiors...

@fred89pj Жыл бұрын

I think is fine. But no memory seats, no telescopic s wheel, no sunroof. They can do better than that. My old gs350 has all that. I that price point car should be fully loaded

@yasirkhan1551 6 ай бұрын

@@fred89pj all the 500s I’m seeing have those, I’m getting one in march

@johnhenrymcmahon6878 2 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic car! By far my favorite entry in that segment, no question. So much charisma with that V8, looks like one of my childhood Shogun Warriors come to life. A chiseled, gorgeous hunk of a car.

@intergalactic4160 2 жыл бұрын

Still making awesome videos man

@mindmusclemeditation9768 2 жыл бұрын

I was really looking forward to Redline Reviews reviewing the is500. Great video, RR is the best car reviews!

@2ZZGE100 2 жыл бұрын

C&D weighed the IS500 at 3980 lbs so the weight is not much different. A lot of misleading things in the video. RCF is a track oriented F car and it has a lot of track hardware that the IS500 F-Sport does not have. The "frankenstein" chassis was created for track performance so it has a much higher rigidity quotient than the the IS (which is why Lexus did not use the IS chassis). RCF has a much stiffer suspension/chassis setup, better brakes, better wheels/tires, better cooling systems and much better seats with available carbon fiber/TVD. That is why it costs much more.

@rousseau327 2 жыл бұрын

The reason that Lexus gave for the frankenstein chassis is a load of crap. This gen's IS platform was one of the best driving platforms of its class when it came out in the 2014 MY, it surprised many reviewers.

@2ZZGE100 2 жыл бұрын

@@rousseau327 No, it was great when comparing to A4 or C-class etc., bur IS chassis was simply not good enough for an M4 competitor class. Yaguchi himself said hr did not want to use the IS chassis because the core was not stiff enough and the the much stiffer IS-C middle was used while 3IS was used just for the rear compact dimensions. RCF chassis was built for GT3 racing homologation where RCF GT3 win races and the IS chassis was simply not stiff and wide enough. Lexus put a ton of work to achieve a much higher rigidity chassis and anyone can tell driving them back to back. Not to mention it could not fit the V8 and the nose had to be elongated on the IS500 by 2 inches and the engine hangs more aft of the front axle. Also, the RCF chassis has 40% higher rigidity quotient than the IS chassis has. The IS chassis is relatively flimsy pushing at the ljmits by comparison and it is a fact. Car and driver called that. Not me. That is why RCF pulls 0.98g in lateral grip tests a and IS is nowhere close.

@truckercowboyed2638 2 жыл бұрын

It's definitely got the spirit of the original ISF in its style and glorious v8....

@caponecollin 2 жыл бұрын

Waking up to the sound of that V8 makes my day what a beautiful 😍 car I need to be in the driver seat 💺 Lexus here I come

@storm-shadow1237 2 жыл бұрын

Wack.. get a m3 instead

@caponecollin 2 жыл бұрын

@@storm-shadow1237 u should, ISF 500 for me 😁

@RLTtizME 2 жыл бұрын

It costs money sweetie.

@SIIKAP1 2 жыл бұрын

@@storm-shadow1237 M3 with that ugly front end and meh sounding engine? Not to mention weak reliability. Meh…pass.

@Panafrocanam2 2 жыл бұрын

@@caponecollin good one 😆

@Big_Red1 2 жыл бұрын

The spec of your tester is perfect, Infrared with the white interior, *chefs kiss.

@iMidnightMonster 2 жыл бұрын

been waiting a while for this review!!

@regressmenot 2 жыл бұрын

I love the new IS 500, it's sleek, beautiful, powerful, reliable and practical.

@user-gp1ht6my5x 10 ай бұрын

Great Presentation! Thoroughly enjoyed. Hope to have one when Sally my regular grade Highlander retires. Great job!

@acuras4ever 2 жыл бұрын

Everytime i see this car i look at least twice… i almost crashed first time i saw it… it’s incredibly nice looking… especially the back 😩

@khaledabdelwahab9455 11 ай бұрын

Right same look as the IS 300 and 350 they all look amazing!

@lukasfoster8505 2 жыл бұрын

I live in the Dallas area, I see these every where. Good looking car, definitely always has me staring.

@Toyota4Life 2 жыл бұрын

Best Japanese sedan money can buy right now. Period. This is a experience. A drivers cars not about number but about enjoyment and fun.

@RLTtizME 2 жыл бұрын

Why do their ads feature a narrator with an English accent? Hmm? No maka sense.

@MercOne 2 жыл бұрын

That could be a true statement and if so that underlines the sad state of the Japanese sports sedan.

@SIIKAP1 2 жыл бұрын

It’d be a lot of fun with a manual.

@balancemode4112 2 жыл бұрын

the sound alone is addicting

@RLTtizME 2 жыл бұрын

@@SIIKAP1 And they would sell exactly 3.2 cars.

@onlyeightpsi 2 жыл бұрын

Good job on the intro, think you nailed it 👍

@nathanaelsnyder372 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Exactly what I was looking for!

@dlg5485 2 жыл бұрын

Even as a snow belt resident here in Ohio, I would definitely own this car. Most car enthusiasts with the means own a winter vehicle anyway. I have a Subaru Impreza for winter and I just purchased a 2021 MX-5 GT for summer fun. That said, It's difficult for me to justify owning a 3rd vehicle haha. Great review!

@Mike-dd8bd 2 жыл бұрын

I live in a snow state but that didn't stop me from putting snow tires on my past RWD M3. With some snow tires this should be completely fine.

@Panafrocanam2 2 жыл бұрын

That stopped me from getting a GS F which i regret now driving just a GS350 thats underpowered

@the_jarmel 2 жыл бұрын

Nice move opening the hood looking through the camera .. pretty slick

@Liplip40 2 жыл бұрын

Great review Sofyan. Really nice package, the 4Runner of sports sedans.,. So, I have a 2010 CTS-V, about 80k miles now. Seriously considering this or CT4 BW. Would love your thoughts, since I haven’t had an opportunity to drive either

@MundoOval 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing car! Just the fact of not having a turbocharger it's a big advantage over the competitors

@fale892 2 жыл бұрын

Would have this over the M340i, hands down

@colinsmith1176 2 жыл бұрын

It's absurd to compare the Lexus IS 500 F Sport to the BMW M3 or Mercedes C63, or even the C43. They are at totally different price points. If you compare it to cars at the same price point, I think you'll find the Lexus IS 500 F Sport takes the cake, even with its dated interior. Because, at $56,000-$59,000, its competition is the BMW 330i or 430i, or the Audi A4 or A5.

@CPAJayhawk 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck getting an IS500 for that price… I was looking and everything is $80+ launch edition bs

@6.0stangg Жыл бұрын

@@CPAJayhawk 70k average for the is500 f sport it can only be compared to non performance bmw and mercedes for that price point m cars are 80k and up mercedes is the same… seems like a good bargain for performance, reliability isnt even a question for the lexus… cant say the same for competitors tho

@mliljestrom8401 2 жыл бұрын

Your cackle is hilarious - love it. V8s make me giggle too.

@StarryTemplar 2 жыл бұрын

I feel Lexus USA need to fire their marketing manager ... The car always missing something. They could easily make this car IS F, Adding Air fender and rear wings. Rear seat suncurtain on doors. This car will be selling GOOD!!!!!

@lostalx Жыл бұрын

The thing is those are not enough for F. You need to add AT Cooler and Engine Oil cooler which both GS F and RC F have and then the TVD as well, all those plus body parts = mega price hike, that will shoot up to 75-80K, and it will be an insane rip off. But here you get the front suspension from GS F with AL Forged parts and the Yamaha Performance Dampers in the rear and the Aisin AA80E which is same as GS F and IS F. Finally the sales of IS are 20K in USA, the IS 500 in 2022 was marked up by 7-10K insane now we can get it at MSRP and it's already selling a lot, Lexus just want to give it a send off, I think 2025 might be last year for the NA V8 from Lexus. LC 500 will be replaced by the Lexus EV Supercar and RC F may get discontinued entirely, GX already lost V8 in 2023, IS 500 will also be gone marking the end of an era.

@swasho2939 2 жыл бұрын

lol forget any musical and high production intro - the first 20 seconds of this video is all i need in life.

@davidwolf226 2 жыл бұрын

My very first Lexus was the woeful 2008 IS250. It was a fun car to drive, but very power deficient. At last, Lexus has finally stuffed something worth talking about in the IS! Good for Lexus, good for us.

@DanielReyes-zu8em 2 жыл бұрын

Same here. I had the 2011...and the car looked great, and more importantly, fast...but it drove like a 4 cylinder 2010 Accord.

@toinfinitiandbeyond9209 Жыл бұрын

Great review...thank you brother.

@PlaneCDR 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review!

@Kjintae 2 жыл бұрын

so good. this is my fav episode!

@user-gp1ht6my5x 7 ай бұрын

Great Presentation!

@Itzallgoood 2 жыл бұрын

I'm totally buying this car. Love the sound of the V8.

@Indifference2000 2 жыл бұрын

A very nice refresher. Lexus definitely hit it with the design for the IS

@21andyyc 2 жыл бұрын

It will be sad when cars like this are no longer available for sale. EV's are really the future but I still prefer the feel and sound of a combustion engine. Naturally aspirated V8 is even better.

@Eric_In_SF 2 жыл бұрын

You won’t have to worry about it in your lifetime. Do you really think several dozen trillion dollar industry worldwide it’s just going to fall off the face of the earth? Do you really think governments were allow it? Lose trillions of dollars a year in taxes? Electric vehicles are surely here to stay in a Big way Lagasse isn’t going anywhere for a while.

@21andyyc 2 жыл бұрын

@@Eric_In_SF you make some strong comments here but actually there is already major change happening in the industry and governments as well as automakers are both moving quickly in this direction. California has set 2035 deadline for all new vehicle sales to be electric only. Washington state set a more aggressive deadline for 2030. Car manufacturers are creating electric vehicles for every segment including big trucks like the new Ford Lighting. Finally range anxiety for EVs will no longer be a problem in the next decade as battery makers have found a way to make a battery last 10 years or 1 million miles without a single charge. It is estimated that 58% of all new vehicles sales will be EVs by 2040. By that time, it will be impossible to buy a car with a natural aspirated V8. I live in one of the states with this EV deadline so in my situation it does impact me in my lifetime.

@gavcom4060 2 жыл бұрын

@@Eric_In_SF uh yeah governments ARE allowing a rapid transition

@Mike-dd8bd 2 жыл бұрын

@@21andyyc Electric cars on a global scale will only go as far as the infrastructure will allow though. Electric cars to some degree actually makes more sense in the long run. But well see how it actually gets played out

@drkk5310 2 жыл бұрын

@@Eric_In_SF yeah we will. Emission laws are only getting stricter. Many governments (local and international) have already set deadlines for outlawing new ICE vehicles. Car manufacturers from Ford to Mercedes are already announcing the end of their ICE vehicle run. Shit even DODGE is electrifying.

@MG-qf6kv 2 жыл бұрын

the interior looks great, y’all are never satisfied, it has most of the recent technology

@MrGeezil 2 жыл бұрын

looks dated

@warikplaya 2 жыл бұрын

What are you comparing it to? Compare it to other 60k cars.

@ftr911drvr 2 жыл бұрын

And you're to easily satisfied by 🗑obviously

@kristians2704 2 жыл бұрын

the interior is very dated

@zking2929 2 жыл бұрын

@@ftr911drvr lol

@paoloochangco6072 2 жыл бұрын

that excitement when you drive is WHY YOU GET THIS

@373axle Жыл бұрын

I've watched lots of reviews on the lexus IS 500 & 350s and it seems that journalists don't understand the point of cars like these, it's not about comparing it to turbo competition in a straight line or expect to get the latest tech. It's about the classic driving experience and exclusivity factor for someone who knows their cars, in addition to not going broke with all of the service bills.

@redpillcanucklofi 2 жыл бұрын

Great review...very indepth! This was like reading the manual but more fun :) Do people even read manuals anymore though...lol. Great job on your video :)

@richieduck67 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you loved that V8

@howtobeatadrum 2 жыл бұрын

What an awesome opening to a video! Does anyone know how Sofan did that burnout in the beginning? Is he standing on the brake with the left foot? Thanks!

@abcdLeeXY 2 жыл бұрын

Jdm enthusiasts are having a blast this year with all these releases of sporty sedan and coupes

@VaunShiz 2 жыл бұрын

Ya Japan is on fire atm

@MarC-ot5gl 2 жыл бұрын

This might sound like a dumb question but you say your tester didn't have the Mark Levinson system yet at 7:22 of your video, you see the typical white knobs associated with the ML system, and when you look closer at the name plate below the CD player (just up from the seat warmer buttons), you can see the lettering of the ML - Am I missing something?

@shopwithaaron 2 жыл бұрын

Still amazed that the cruise control is on the steering column...just like my old 2000 Camry. That's 21 years ago!

@Sammy-db3xj 2 жыл бұрын

If it ain’t broke, don’t change it - Toyota

@alejandror765 2 жыл бұрын

Perfecting timing for me I’ll get this Lexus used in 2-3 years then hopefully a whipple comes out by then 🤞

@eddieloera9999 2 жыл бұрын

What a kick ass car!!! Can't wait for it to arrive at my Lexus dealer!

@joskjj3625 2 жыл бұрын

Way to go Lexus Who doesn’t love a naturally aspirated v8?,besides the epa

@pushslice 2 жыл бұрын

Snowflakes.

@user-kn6hy1us7j 2 жыл бұрын

Funk

@leafsfan5302 2 жыл бұрын

I am considering this but will it drive well enough in the winter.

@randyjackson347 2 жыл бұрын

It is odd that that the Lexus uses simulated leather seats .. The Toyota Camry XSE and XLE have" genuine leather" seating as standard equipment ... The simulated still looks good and they use that in a lot of vehicles .

@johnmartinez5472 Жыл бұрын

i always drive mine on sports mode - badass car❤lexus and toyota- rock on!

@vishtux7 2 жыл бұрын

I was looking for your most recent LS 500 review but couldn’t find it. I think I saw it on your Instagram stories… Do you have it coming soon?

@djtido23 2 жыл бұрын

Everything is faster than the type s 🤦‍♂️

@naveenthemachine 2 жыл бұрын

And the Lexus sounds so much better

@Slowwagonftl 2 жыл бұрын

Iirc the IS350 AWD is faster than the Type-S lmao

@storm-shadow1237 2 жыл бұрын

M3 is better

@area50view 2 жыл бұрын

The Type S weighs like a Cargo ship that's why

@Jmoneyy365 2 жыл бұрын

@@storm-shadow1237 but it’s uglier

@esaireyna899 2 жыл бұрын

Hey I know you said that the IS 500 isn’t equipped with the Mark Levinson audio system but I’m watching it right now and it does have the Mark levinson system idk if you saw it under the AC controls just to let you know thanks

@pureblood_viking1388 2 жыл бұрын

Just purchased a 2022 kia stinger elite Awd, if this was Awd i might have regretted my decision but the extra room and awd helps a alot in northern alberta. Pkus its about $15,000 more for the same features.

@John.Christopher 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds amazing!!!!!!

@ilimit 2 жыл бұрын

I’m sure the F seats can be retrofitted on this car right? Just expensive to source them?

@yousef.al-assaf 2 жыл бұрын

Yup, even the RC F ones.

@george98vwgti 2 жыл бұрын

Love to see head 2 head with a CT4 Blackwing. Lexus gets nod for amazing V8, but I think Cadillac for styling, interior and it’s 6sp manual.

@joeblack1052 2 жыл бұрын

You forgot rust lol

@jpizel1070 2 жыл бұрын

I will never pick a GM products over a Lexus.

@Kxji 2 жыл бұрын

They don’t make em like this anymore.

@chigasaki06 2 жыл бұрын

That makes me sad.

@mvttx9851 2 жыл бұрын

@@chigasaki06 it will be legislated off the road in 10 years

@Panafrocanam2 2 жыл бұрын

People arent buying which is why

@chigasaki06 2 жыл бұрын

@@mvttx9851 I would't be surprised if that happens sooner than that.

@InvestBetter. 2 жыл бұрын

In this class, the 3 best options are now the M3, with a manual, any left over 2021 C63s you can find with the V8, and the new Lexus IS Performance. I was worried that they'd start over $60k, but they stayed on the right side of history, and didn't price themselves into a corner.

@yousef.al-assaf 2 жыл бұрын

It competes with the M340i and the C43 price/performance-wise. The full fat IS F is yet to come. Probably around 2023

@DaveCraineAccidentalAquarist Жыл бұрын

“It falls short of greatness by chasing a moment that hasn’t yet passed”. Got DAMN that’s great writing….

@MitsuFQ400 2 жыл бұрын

I want one! reminds me of the only M3 i wanted which is an E92!! This one reminds me so well of that car a rear wheel drive V8.

@clintontheclinton 2 жыл бұрын

bro you were moving them hands in the intro 😂

@CruiseControl1 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lexus, I love this car, I think it's beautiful inside and out but let's be honest it's all about that V8. I would say price is a bit high but still a lovely car.

@doughboy5858 2 жыл бұрын

The price doesn’t matter much tho, at the end of the day if you take care of this car you’ll be able to sell it for at least $40k after paying it off. Not to mention it will last decades upon decades

@CruiseControl1 2 жыл бұрын

@@doughboy5858 Yeah I get that and yet this engine is old, the transmission is old, the chassis is old so I think it should be a bit cheaper. I know it's going to be reliable and it's unique with a V8 so Lexus is using that for the price bump.

@doughboy5858 2 жыл бұрын

@@CruiseControl1 bro go look online for a used IS F. 2008 models with 100k miles still selling for over $40k lol & those cars msrp was less than $60k at the time. That reliability is the biggest reason why they do better than any manufacturer in used car sales, it’s old but it’s still got great performance. Lexus is making the IS F again using a twin turbo v8, you can wait for that but just know you’ll be spending $100k for it.

@CruiseControl1 2 жыл бұрын

@@doughboy5858 I get that, I don't see that as a reason to hike up the price though. Based on the older everything on this car it shouldn't be more than 50k base price.

@doughboy5858 2 жыл бұрын

@@CruiseControl1 yeah I can understand that too but Toyota & Lexus are just expensive. The same argument can be made that bmw or Mercedes shouldn’t be so expensive given how unreliable they are & how expensive their repair costs are. Whatever people are willing to pay dictates the market

@TheCisternachyli 2 жыл бұрын

This has snow mode and an lsd; that would make it okay in the snow right?

@StarryTemplar 2 жыл бұрын

Does it have APP to Auto turn on Heater and Air condition>?? Remove Control?

@193322009 2 жыл бұрын

I have the funds to buy this car but instead I purchased a beautiful example of the 2011 Lexus ISF mainly because I don't like the looks of the "spindle' grille. It reminds me of an electric razor. However, does anyone know what exactly did Lexus do to the engine to get 56 horsepower more?

@leafsfan5302 2 жыл бұрын

where do you get your 0 to 60 tracker I want one.

@steveperttula6921 2 жыл бұрын

Got one on order. Driven V8s always and there is no comparison!

@714integra 6 ай бұрын

Man i really want one of these. I think itll look great in the garage next to my 2023 Tundra😁

@rigelgutierrez9866 2 жыл бұрын

The engine on this car is a masterpiece. The transmission…we’ll see, but is a Lexus so it should be at least reliable.

@bcvijasiu 2 жыл бұрын

What did you like better this IS500 or the M3 new tested

@IvanBosnjak89 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty good sound for a V8. Hopefully the added power breathes some life in to the IS, I drove the 350 F-Sport and it really didn't do anything for me.

@truckingjamaicans5045 Жыл бұрын

Boost it

@emptystreets130 2 жыл бұрын

I think you said you didn't have the ML system in your tester. The 9 min mark shows the ML logo.

@trentonjackson1410 2 жыл бұрын

That 0-60 in 4.37 is amazing just shows how road conditions can make a difference!!! Also I need to find out where I can get that device he is using. It looks dope AF 👌🏾

@Top10girl 2 жыл бұрын

He was going downhill when he did 4.37

@trentonjackson1410 2 жыл бұрын

@@Top10girl begone troll 🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️ I don't have time for this today 🤣🤣

@Top10girl 2 жыл бұрын

@@trentonjackson1410 14:43 look carefully at the road as he comes to a stop. I wasn't lying...

@trentonjackson1410 2 жыл бұрын

@@Top10girl look carefully, "I DONT CARE" It's estimated to 4.4 according to AMCI results so that time is valid. So again good bye TROLL god damn are blind or what 🤣🤣

@trentonjackson1410 2 жыл бұрын

@@Top10girl like bro I'm try a save your ass some time and the embarrassment because nothing you say is gon a change my mind about getting this car. And if you aren't here for that why are you here.....just to be a hater, a troll or that BS excuse y'all trolls say "I'm just inform you" like did I ask......don't think so. So go hate in some other comments cause I ain't the one dawg 🤣🤣

@deu8894 2 жыл бұрын

The engine is the main attraction for me in this car. Lexus could have at least added memory linked seats with power adjustable steering wheel as with most other Lexus vehicles present and past.

@tvrbob8681 2 жыл бұрын

If you check out the .pdf brochure on the Lexus website you'll see that it's an option.

@yousef.al-assaf 2 жыл бұрын

They do have these options.

@samdaniels1234 2 жыл бұрын

I have never adjusted my seat or steering wheel after sitting in the car for the first time

@Txcowboy80 2 жыл бұрын

I love it. No replacement for displacement.

@ericHHII 2 жыл бұрын

How do you feel about this car vs the TLX Type S?

@khaledeb5872 2 жыл бұрын

i didnt know why lexus didnt install this engine in Lexus LS500 to make real LS500 or at least in LS500 F

@udontknowmeg7254 2 жыл бұрын

I use to wonder the same thing.

@inosurrender8327 2 жыл бұрын

Same but I think they wanted to introduce their new Twin turbo V6 which will def be their main top of the line engine for Toyota trucks/ Lexus models. Sadly the V8 will be disappearing likely for next generation of Lexus cars

@Sammy-db3xj 2 жыл бұрын

are dealers charging markup above MSRP?

@supervong1 2 жыл бұрын

A Lexus with no sunroof is like a Lion with no hair!

@jodypalacois 2 жыл бұрын

People will always complain. Bottom line, its a compact sedan with a v8 as well as possessing luxury features, and for the price, youre spending your money well

@Anthony-dk7de 2 жыл бұрын

It’s a quality car.

@KLRGT500KR 2 жыл бұрын

It is not actually lighter than the RCF and RCF all of the extra track hardware. It is softer and compliant. RCF has a heavier steering, which is why it feels heavier, but it is much better for high speed turning on the track as far as making corrections and confidence. IS500 F-Sport weighed in 3980 lbs and RCF is around 20 lbs more. Basically, an IS350 with the RCF V8, but RCF is way more nimble and more agile on the race track. I took a ride in the IS500 F-Sport on the track with Townsend and drove an RCF on the race track. You can immediately see the difference between a proper F car and the F-Sport. That is why RCF is so much more expensive with all of the track hardware, brakes, suspension, wheels, tires, cooling etc.

@hugdeath929 2 жыл бұрын

The V8 sounds great. They performance in the other vehicles in the segment is on par or better so is the additional weight and lower fuel economy worth it? I’d prefer at least an option for AWD. The interior still looks like the interior from ten years ago. The interior materials don’t look impressive on camera. I’d be curious to see it in person. Cozy is a really cute way to describe it. This car has always been snug. It’s a pass for me. Note, why no mention of the G70, Stinger, CT4 or the Q50?

@donaldlin586 2 жыл бұрын

This car performs even much better on HIGHWAYS... 100-200km/h GT-R 7.x Panamera Turbo 8.x IS500 9.x M340 10.x-11.x

@briangarcia5879 2 жыл бұрын

Is this faster than a charger/challenger scatback?

@AlexSchwartzATV 2 жыл бұрын

God damn what a package this car is. It's so fucking gorgeous, reliable, LSD, NA v8, sounds orgasmic, touch screen with auto and play, not a terrible price, fuck.

@ilimit 2 жыл бұрын

I saw the notification as I was feeding the twins. The ISF was my dream car after graduating college. Watching this as I sip my coffee.

@jxmar_ 2 жыл бұрын

Another hit for Lexus/Toyota🥵🥵

@meterdoogles 2 жыл бұрын

Your tester does have the Mark Levinson sound system in it. See ML logo @8:00 right above the gear shift.

@paulira7407 2 жыл бұрын

I think he said the base version doesn’t have the Levinson sound system while the premium version of the IS 500 has that included which is the model he was testing.