Lexus IS 300h 2013 Full Review | Car Review

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When Lexus launched the third generation IS saloon in 2012, it had a simple mission. It needed to be a car that potential buyers would enjoy owning more than a Mercedes C Class, an Audi A4 or a BMW 3 series, the three leading choices in the compact executive saloon segment. That was a tough objective, so in trying to realise it, the Japanese premium brand tried to get away from merely copying the winning Teutonic formula in this sector, primarily through offering petrol/electric hybrid power rather than the kind of 2.0-litre diesel engine business buyers were used to. It proved to be a refreshing approach for people in search of something just that little bit different.
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[@michaljan58]

I've learned from this single review more than from all other I'd seen, collectively. Great work. Thanks for this!

[@tectoramia-sz1lu]

He seems to be obsessed with the engine noise and CVT transmission. The IS300h is a great car and lovely to drive. If you want faster acceleration put it in sport mode, but I would guess that most owners rarely do this, I know I don't. Join the sheep and buy a German car if you are worried about the badge on the front, and don't mind being on first name terms with dealership's service department. If you want quality and reliability buy a Lexus.

[@robovac3557]

Well said. Just bought one and love it. So smooth and effortless.

[@Broccoli_Highkicks]

I've never seen a car reviewer who liked CVT transmissions. But car reviewers tend to be petrolheads, people who are keen on the experience of driving itself. Not people who have a more utilitarian view of motoring. And they have to find something to moan about, it's part of the job 🤷‍♂️ I've watched a lot of car reviews; you just have to learn to take what's relevant from them to your needs and wants, and ignore all the nitpicking from people who talk about cars as if they became car reviewers because they couldn't cut it as racing drivers.

[@NotNowCato1254]

Once again: Toyota/Lexus eCVT does not use cones and bands but an arrangement of planetary gears, solenoids and other electrickery. Reportedly extremely reliable. Please dont be lazy - do your research...

[@stratter78]

Excellent review. Very balanced and honest.

[@CarandDrivingCarReviews]

appreciate that

[@AlexVilla88]

Does anyone know how much it would cost to replace the hybrid battery?

[@Shane-zx4ps]

€2700

[@Kalhan482]

@@Shane-zx4pscheaper then i expected but still expensive