5 Things I HATE about my Lexus IS350! Watch This Before Buying! 2017 Lexus IS350

[@brian3is]

standard things 3is should have... -better fuel economy -spacious cockpit -remove awd hump in the driver seat -memory seats -electronic folding side mirrors -carplay + android auto -widescreen stereo -better base model audio system

[@brizuhk5043]

@@brian3is God i hate the hump

[@WadiehYousef]

You can add aftermarket CarPlay box Miko . Without taking away the oem screen . It’s a box you can buy I did for mine . You hold the menu button and it swaps down oem system to a CarPlay one so you can keep your stock gps

[@justinreyes0]

what’s the link?

[@Miko3IS]

Damn I actually didnt know that Im gonna look into that. Whats the brand you got?

[@noahmonte8581]

Road top module

[@connorbrown5903]

@@Miko3ISbeatsonic is the most popular one by far. they have a very detailed tutorial on youtube step by step for the installation

[@tolookatmemes8970]

I feel you on the seat adjustment thing. Very annoying for a luxury car to not have memory seats

[@prodigy6X04]

Bro messed up his front bumper and decided to take his anger out on the Lex lol 1) About MPG...Maybe you have to change your driving style or eco mode bro, looks like you constantly redline it but don't blame you because the car sounds real nice. The weight of the car is definitely a factor too. 2) It may not be the fastest but you don't get these cars for speed. You get these because of reliability,, tried and true engine that can go 300k+, build quality and comfort. These cars also retain and have a great resale value. I'm sure the BMWs are fast but just wait until the maintenance fees rack up. Theres a reason why the resale value is so bad. Also, I did get an RR tune as well for my IS300 awd and tbh the results were underwhelming . I would say a throttle controller is one of the best mods you can get for this car and would suggest you get one as well. Got mine for about $40 too. 3) Sounds like you have the fsport 1 option...luckily I got one with the fsport 2 option with the memory seats and all the safety features. I can also agree with you and say that having memory seats is a great feature! Maybe you can tell your mom to move the car without adjusting the seat? I believe the fsport 3 is the same as the second option plus the sun shade in the back with the mark levingston speakers. Damn you're a giant trying to squeeze into a car like, this car ain't made for asians, you're just taller than the average lol the word I think is "OCD." 4) I was worried about that hump next to the pedal as well when I first looked at the car. I barely notice it unless I try to rest my leg. I think the car is great inside and out. My thing about this car that I'm surprised you didn't mention was the horrible cup holder location and the trunk hinges in the back that can crush items if they are in close proximity. 5) Sucks that this car doesn't have carplay standard, however, you can install a carplay module (which I did) and it makes the driving experience that much better. It was around $200. You don't lose the oem feature, you're able to switch back from carplay and oem with the carplay module. P.S I noticed your nose sounds stuffy/blocked, should try and check out an ENT doctor, you may have nasal polyps like I did. You can get them removed and it is life changing.

[@asleep2381]

I agree about the gas, it eats bro.

[@brizuhk5043]

It def eats a decent amount but yall clearly be flying too much 🤣🤣

[@kgisabeast]

RWD models get a bit better especially on the highway

[@hweheheh]

If you aren't getting 20mpg, you're just driving wrong

[@brizuhk5043]

15.7 is low, you definitely be driving that mf though 🤣 and trust me, my boy has a hellcat and he averages like 8 mpg fr, I’ve gotten 28-33 on roadtrips, average city driving with some pulls here and there, 21-23ish, when i’m really driving when i’m out and about i’ll average like 17-19

[@nbafan3021]

I have a 2018 Lexus IS 300 AWD FSPORT Abd I average 18 mpg. I do 99% driving in normal mode and 1% in sport mode. I don’t use eco mode as it’s boring as hell. I recently flushed the transmission at the dealer at 67,000 miles and the result is that the car feels more responsive than ever before. I have zero complaint on the car.

[@nan1843]

I averaged 29 mpg with -4 camber, don’t know how u are getting 15.7 mpg

[@brizuhk5043]

OUUUU i feel you on the carplay 😭 Especially when they give you a 2021+ Loaner or something, that new tech update is insane, the 2021+ lane keep assist basically drives you in the IS, the 2020 and under will send you into a swerve after 10 seconds 😭🙏

[@pendantpending7660]

no folding mirrors or mirrors that point down when you’re in reverse 😢 accidentally rolling down the rear windows when I wanted to roll down the front

[@Tokyo_Yoshi]

can you do a video about what common problems to look for before buying a is350? bc I'm in the market to get one and I'm tryna gather as much info from as many owners as I can. Great vid btw, learned somethings

[@brizuhk5043]

I really haven’t seen anyone say they’ve had common issues with these, the head unit is probably the only one, which is definitely common, even my 2019 acts funny sometimes, but that’s a quick aftermarket fix. Drivetrain though? I see people pushing 250-350k miles all the time with nothing but normal maintenance. Even seen a dude with a 2014 with 414k miles 💀

[@brizuhk5043]

It’s really probably the best sporty daily driver car that can easilyyy last +300-400k, easily i stress again 🤣

[@Miko3IS]

@@Tokyo_Yoshi honestly bro id say this is that video. there isnt too many problem mechanically with these cars unless you get a lemon. otherwise your good for a long time as long as you just do the recommended maintenance

[@Miko3IS]

@@brizuhk5043 100%

[@brizuhk5043]

@@Miko3ISI’m missing mine badly after this video, it’s in shop cause some absolutely drunk mfs almost took me out head on, The IS saved me fr 🤣 Legit just seen headlights and hit the meanest swerve, still clipped my side tho 💔

[@Jlbernabe831]

Man. I feel you..idk im getting 22 mpg...same one 2018 is350...RWD. already 130k miles.

[@jesushernandez-tj3yv]

Yeah the seats are nice most ppl complement them but they are uncomfortable on long drives

[@HomerCashin]

Alright my opinion on my Lexus is 300 F sport 2018 fully PPF btw ok let’s get start got this car at 30k miles and I drove home from Michigan to Ohio and I got pulled over going 90 in a 70 the smoothest crustiest cop ever but smoothest drive of my life and I’ve had no problems whatsoever with this car coming from a Toyota Corolla 2010 it beat everything that car other than reliability and gas mileage. This 3IS does eat a lot of gas! But it’s worth every penny in the aspect you get a quick car sounds nice with or w/o aftermarket exhaust. The stereo system could be better but once again a very nice sound system. Maps could be Apple Maps but how popular was Apple Car play in 2018. I don’t have one problem with that car. I’ve put 17k miles on it since April 20th 2024 and it’s given everything a Lexus Toyota car ever would!

[@uhhTabby]

Exactly what I was looking for, been looking at these. Just totalled my corolla so I'm lookin at the is300 or is350 - gas was my biggest issue too lol

[@hweheheh]

Get the rwd model and you'll do just fine on gas.

[@til1009]

german car next bro💯🔜

[@Miko3IS]

@@til1009 yessir already eyeing shit just for the sake of it

[@KingKing-ds7gi]

What is this pump in the gas pedal? I’ve never seen this before i own 3is 350 and i have nothing like that!!

[@rubbertoe.]

Gas is so bad man. I'm averaging 19mpg on my rwd. Other thing I hate is the base sound system - absolute dogshit especially for a lexus.

[@brizuhk5043]

I was a big hater on the base sound system, but to be fair, i drive a lot of different cars, it’s honestly a lot better than i give it credit for.

[@brizuhk5043]

But also like you said, for a lexus, you expect way more still

[@rubbertoe.]

@@brizuhk5043 I had an 07 IS and the base sound system was better on every level.. not sure why they'd downgrade a sound system on a newer car. I've been in a few other modern cars, including a Kia Soul, which sounded better. Not cheap to get into car audio either so pretty disappointing.

[@_mattayooo]

Upgrade it they're plug n play but might need an amp if you want full potential, I got 60 dollar 4 in kicker dash speakers and the difference is quite noticeable, cant wait to do my doors.

[@Miko3IS]

im not gonna lie the base sound system i found to be alright. i went to get quotes on a bass upgrade but it was almost 1k and it just didnt seem worth it. ill either install one myself or just upgrade a whole car at this point

[@AmericanAristo]

I have a 13' AWD GS350 F-Sport and i have the same issues with tires except its my rear inner tire that wears out the fastest. Granted, i lowered it on tanabe springs and never was able to install my rear camber arms bc of corrosion on a major bolt but it absolutely eats through tires, particularly in the summer time. Its a bit jarring as im coming from a 11' corolla could ride tires out for 30-40k+. I rotate my tires every 2,500 miles now and hoping to see longer life. The inner rears go bald in 10k smh. Straight wires showing with my last set.

[@KaiL-yt8kp]

Your car AWD or RWD?

[@loushiesty007]

juugyz put on for this car

[@mickeymousering9361]

I have a 17 accord with the v6 it’s fun and all but do you think it would be worth getting a 14-16 is350 f sport? Where I live it’s 22k+

[@tv321123]

Yes, but that kind of money also gets you a B9 S4 or 340I these days.

[@brizuhk5043]

Tbh, Keep your V6 accord, those are amazing fr, save more money for a more beastly car, RC F, M series, etc

[@Miko3IS]

@@mickeymousering9361 yea i think youd get more excitement and satisfaction from the is350

[@brizuhk5043]

Now if you could manage a trade straight up, i’d say do it

[@noahmonte8581]

Look at gs350s too, they were cheaper in my area. Same engine

[@Mr99Burns]

I’m looking at Camry trd or this. Camry probable comfortable.

[@ItsJSTNDAD]

I have a 2013 GS350 AWD and I get better gas mileage than you do is because I drive like a normal person. Buy a Prius if you are complaining about gas.

[@Miko3IS]

@@ItsJSTNDAD If you actually listened to what I said youd hear that Im not complaining about gas, im complaining about the shitty fuel economy on the IS350. Even If driven “normally” it has 20-30% less mpg than its competitors and honestly majority of cars nowadays. Stay normal brother

[@superbros1690]

@@Miko3IS reminds me of my g37, some cars are just stupid inefficient. It sometimes come down to calibration of the engine and weight of the car.

[@jesushernandez-tj3yv]

I get 19.4-19.7 on the gas but I seen ppl that get 22 on the gas but they drive like a grandma

[@Lukas.S18]

u funny asl gang lmfaoo

[@hweheheh]

Bro redlines at every opportunity and complains about mpg😂. Stick it on eco mode, dont go above 3k, and youll get 25 highway easily.

[@Miko3IS]

@@hweheheh yea i abuse it but regardless the fuel economy sucks on this car

[@hweheheh]

@Miko3IS I still don't know how you get the average that low. Try driving like a grandma for one week and see how much it goes up.