Better Than An M3? // 2022 Lexus IS500 F Sport Review

[@charger19691]

The best thing about this car is when most of those comparable BMW’s are sitting broken down with broken hearted owners or they just send them to the scrapyard because they are too expensive to repair, this Lexus will probably still be running fine.

[@nikos95]

Having owned BMWs for the last 15 years this car is very enticing, reliability factor is only one reason however.. Plenty more, even knowing I will miss the chassis dynamics.

[@karlowens1086]

YOU ARE CORRECT! I have a 2022 M340i and it has been in for service at least 8 times already. I am currently talking to Lemon Law 🍋 lawyers.

[@kawhiiee]

BMW maintenance will bankrupt your average consumer. This is why they don’t do maintenance and that bmw will eventually explode.

[@ashman0071]

you are - how do I say it - late to the party - my E30, E36 and E46 manual M3's have been low maintenance, lower than my 997 993 and 964 - had a Lexus LS430 a 1998 4 Runner and a 2004 Land Cruiser - sold them all happily ..........

[@WTFNoNamesLeft2]

@@ashman0071 Late to the party? The E46 is 15+ years old. All those p-cars have BIG MONEY maintenance and some issues too. What are you on about?

[@dawnpoint]

It has nearly 200hp more than my old GS400 4.0 V8 but still gets the same fuel economy. Impressive.

[@davect01]

Crazy how far we have come.

[@elichosen3931]

The old 1uz-fe has the same fuel economy as the new 2ur ?? How? Well maybe it's the higher compression the 1ur has but still hard to believe Lol I guess u keep your 400 well taken care of.

[@bassicuk1986]

Cylinder deactivation

[@suckmydollypeople]

@@bassicuk1986 nah it can change valve timing to run on the atkinson cycle

[@philhenderson3516]

@@bassicuk1986 This engine doesn't have cylinder deactivation. It adjusts the valves to simulate the Atkinson cycle featured in hybrid engines.

[@bongodave13]

I've watched you for a long time, now. I remember when you were working out of your garage and doing reviews in the abandoned warehouse. I suspect this channel will continue to grow as you have. You deserve it. Solid, informative reviews given with quirky humor and that trademark personality that always brightens my day.

[@tomcray7907]

Признайся, что просто фапаешь на неё, солдафон)

[@mostcom]

@@tomcray7907 Проекция?

[@James7995]

100% agree

[@wileecoyote5749]

KZbin pays $500 per 40 views

[@bongodave13]

@@wileecoyote5749 Sure they do, bud....

[@RichardDurishin]

"I'll take a robotic catfish from outer space over a beaver that smokes meth any day." Absolutely brilliant!

[@ragrle]

lol

[@billyhess5263]

that had me rolling 😂🤣

[@DavidKAnderson]

Funny,...and also absolutely true.

[@BillinSD]

Beat me to it, still laughing LOL

[@kingedwin]

Now, I'll never be able to look at a modern BMW without thinking "meth beaver."

[@MaidenAriana]

Sarah your off the cuff incredible knowledge, humor, and delivery are amazing. You spit out more knowledge in a clear and understandable manner (while driving! ) than any scripted high budget car review channel. Both of your channels are just top tier entertainment on KZbin.

[@dlg5485]

I love the fact that Lexus isn't trying to be all things to all people. They are laser focused on building the highest quality cars with most of the features people want, but not everything under the sun. It keeps things simple, reliable and a bit less expensive than the competition. You do it right, Sarah!

[@xanderlander8989]

Clicked for the Lexus. Stayed for the corset. Sarah killing it, yet again.

[@micahrichey5335]

The sound of that car gives me chills! I love V-8’s and I always will!

[@HTX-pk6mu]

The day they stop making V8s will be a sad day for all car enthusiasts

[@markreams3192]

The exhaust sound is a bit tame. I’m sure CAFE regulations will probably spell the death of that V8 eventually. It may not be as fast as an M3 but it will probably last like 5 times longer and won’t cost as much to keep it on the road. Very nice car!

[@wileecoyote5749]

Oh don't worry,idiots will hack the shit out these cars

[@davisflyer]

I'm sure the aftermarket will fix the exhaust sound.

[@akaydogan]

The primary reason to choose this over an M3 is that you will not have to get to know your mechanic on a first name basis. German "engineering" for the last 20 years has declined into overly complicated, completely unreliable crap.

[@schmeat2717]

Thats just BMW.

[@22scenic]

Yeah. It's called "Bring Mich Werkstatt" If something ist Borken.

[@redarmy1778]

not the b58 solid as fuck

[@brendanwhite9799]

In Ireland they BMW =bring more work

[@paqman67]

BMW = Break My Wallet

[@johnmbell4642]

Hey Sarah, thanks for extending garage science, I don’t know if it’s my favorite part It might loses out to the driving and the breaking test but not by much. It will be sad to see the V8 go especially this one. Yamaha and Toyota Have made some great engines this definitely being one of them. Best car reviews in the business🐧🐧🐧👍

[@James7995]

Garage Science could be its own spinoff, I like that much

[@2fast4all]

Just like GM with the blackwing, this is Toyota's answer for the V8 4 door segment.

[@posenyang9549]

I enjoyed the 2.0. It’s definitely something that sets your videos apart from everyone else. Nice job as always!

[@tarkovtxusa6626]

Waiting to order mine, driving a '21 IS 350 F Sport while waiting. Will keep the 350 because love it and it will share it with wife. Love your review style. Subscribed.

[@tarkovtxusa6626]

Got it 1/8/2022, Infrared/White. Your review is spot-on. Will say that it's pretty different from the IS 350 F Sport, not just a motor difference. Steering is heavier, suspension is dampened more sharply. . .great performance in a car that can be comfortably driven daily.

[@richardmccaughey5928]

Another great review. Audi and BMW are fools not to let you review their stuff.

[@scottmattern482]

You're under the impression that Audi and BMW needs a youtube "influencer" to sell their cars? You have gravely misapprehended something.

[@mbal4052]

@@scottmattern482 and you haven’t got a fuckin clue

[@scottmattern482]

@@mbal4052 wow, very edgy, you even used a curse word. Mommy's going to be very upset with you.

[@JayLepisto]

Smooth and powerful delivery...of analysis and cinematography! Love these cars with the best that ICE can achieve. Looked like a blast to drive and noticed some Supra exterior design cues as well. Fun to see the new Wrench score, too!

[@Gene1969]

I love the passion you have for the art of the automobile. May you never lose it.

[@TrumpetBiz]

Sarah n Tuned, the official Lexus spokesperson. Hope to see you on stage at SEMA as their celebrity spokesperson. 399k subs ! Come people, help get her over 400k!

[@SarahnTuned]

Nah, I prefer to stay low key.

[@edmasoud2826]

Great in depth video. I owned a 2016 BMW M4 that thing was a mechanical nightmare. It lived more in the dealership than in my garage. After throwing a lot of money at my BMW M4, I realized that the BMWs are like strippers the more money you throw at them the better they perform. Nothing beats the reliability of a Lexus. I am deciding between this car, the 2022 C8, and even the 2022 911 GTS. The reason I am leaning towards this car is the price point and the Lexus reliability.

[@nate-tz8sx]

So true Ed ,every time there is a really hot day in Perth WA you will always see at least 1 BMW on the side of the road

[@raymarcable1292]

Especially when you value your money 👍🏽 Key word Reliability

[@RK1FX]

@Ed Masoud we have 911 gts here in Europe and they are nightmares

[@ddnmd]

I think it's time for a Sarah calendar. Take her best car reviews, and with her great wardrobe and you have a perfect calendar. 🥰

[@kalnieminen65]

I like that idea, I'd by one in a heart beat

[@davidhuggins3892]

Facts I would buy one.

[@JayLepisto]

Perfect Christmas gift for car guys. I don't know why but my wife probably wouldn't buy one for me. Maybe too much Sarah? 🤔

[@SarahnTuned]

Not doing one.

[@JayLepisto]

@@SarahnTuned OK, we'll shelf that petition for another year...at least we tried. 😀

[@WarriorsPhoto]

I have never watched any of your videos but after watching this one I will watch a few more. I enjoyed your attitude and word play. I'm excited to see more.

[@nathankilner3835]

I seriously thought you were tearing up about the brakes. I admire your passion for your craft. Keeps me coming back. Keep the great content coming.

[@Da89soup]

Drives me nuts that Yamaha / Toyota partnership did not produce a updated JZ engine and the world has a BMW Supra. I loved your throwback to the Altezza and the Beams! Currently that Beams is on my radar for a AE86 GTS project I have going. The IS has always been rock solid value that requires little maintenance compared to is over engineered German competitors. Nice Review!

[@josephbarr1659]

100% agree. Wish, at the very least, Toyota would have kept the new Supra motor in Japan. Still trying to figure out what was wrong with the JZ in the first place. 🤔

[@cpfb68]

As an 11’ IS F owner for over four years and performing almost all of my own service work, I can say this new car isn’t an F but it’s as close as we will ever get again. I appreciate your review of the car and showing all its details. Yes, this will be the last of an era. I hope to get one after realize to put my F in the garage and enjoy it on dry, sunny days and make this new IS500 F sport blah blah my daily. That’s Sarah for your great vids!

[@kawhiiee]

What’s the difference then? It’s the same engine.

[@Torsee]

Dear Lord you make Black Tops look stunning! Love you knowledge, an cinematography too!

[@jimmyjames8611]

Also, a brake test described as “firm” and “solid feeling”. We see what you did there.

[@InertiaCreeps]

This review gets 5/5 Penguins! Informative, entertaining, and overall a delight to watch. Your ‘Lexus Outfit’ is on point and LAWDY … your legs in heels should have a French golfballs warning messages cuz they look dangerous AF!

[@josephdlonewolf9155]

6:58 Oooh! That’s one symmetrical underbody there. Lexus is really aiming perfection and I love it.

[@ianprice2298]

You are right, that car and others like it, are a dying breed. Having an actual CD slot in the audio system, and it's use of a Torsen in the back, almost define it as being an outlier.

[@neoanderson7]

Outstanding! 👏🏻 You’re the only reviewer I look forward to when it comes to car reviews. Everyone’s channel is kinda pointless. 👍🏻🎉 Toyota showing all the others how it should be done! 🙂

[@alwaysiyi272]

I love this car so much, but I would point out to anyone, its not an M3 fighter and Lexus doesn't call it that, it may have M3 levels of power but it's more of an M340i, S4, TLX Type S compeititor

[@rakhsiprayogo82]

And this IS 500 is More Like a Camry

[@alwaysiyi272]

@@rakhsiprayogo82 it doesn't compete with a camry at all, not in size, power, price not at all, the only thing it has in common with a Camry is that it is a Sedan

[@blairbrown4812]

Unpopular opinion:This could also compete with the Dodge Charger Scat Pack.

[@rakhsiprayogo82]

@@alwaysiyi272 IS 500 is Looks Small Than a Camry

[@speterbilt]

Well this car will outlast any crappy bmw

[@rakhsiprayogo82]

Competitors With a Toyota Camry,Nissan Altima,Honda Accord & Hyundai Sonata More Like a Infiniti Q50,Acura TLX,Genesis G70

[@jnb756]

mmmm...Infinity

[@-redtango]

@@jnb756 wrong it is Infiniti

[@rakhsiprayogo82]

@@-redtango Yup You Correct to JJ But This Lexus IS 500 More Like a Toyota Camry

[@Dave-fx5zw]

Where's the love for the 2JZ-GE from the Sportcross? Absolutely dig your passion about the engine, and completely agree. Best, fastest and most fun are 3 different measures of a car; one does not make the others.

[@canuckfobroader9553]

Wife got a GX earlier this year and I love the Lexus V8....maybe its my turn to get a V8 in my life, this would be a forever car.

[@scudiebatl]

You are so knowledgeable of automobiles and very easy on the eyes. You should be doing commercials for car companies.

[@noelcunnington6558]

Best dressed car reviewer award goes to . . . Sarah

[@craig2100]

This has to be one of your best reviews...thanks for sharing.

[@Primus54]

Great review, Sarah… really enjoy Version 2.0 of Garage Sarah. As a Boomer who grew up on V-8’s, I would definitely enjoy this dying breed rocket sedan. “Grey sweatpants”! 😂 👍👍

[@caseygunn9627]

Lol!

[@josephbarr1659]

Same, although not a Boomer.

[@BottleBass1977]

Great review Sarah. Love how when you gave it the beans, the Closed Captioning translated the exhaust sounds as Applause. I too applaud the sound of exhausts ripping a fat one as you bend on the throttle.

[@Tumbleweed_Tx]

those things always reminded me of the Cylons on the original Battlestar Galactica, the ones why say 'by your command'

[@fishflash1]

A fine review of a fine car. I love Lexus. Your humor always brings a smile to my spirit.

[@johnasbury9915]

It will run forever w basic maintenance. And it sounds so sweet. Our RCF is a gem Of an automobile.

[@mrwest5552]

suggestion : with N/A vehicles you review in the future, Do ! that thing ! ... the review gets exciting when you get in the pedal and your eyes reflect it. 👍

[@ezekielzapataez]

Such a great Car review. The work u put into ur reviews, is what makes makes me choose yours over everyone else's. Seriously the tfl guys put me to sleep. Thank you for all ur hard work.

[@RobKillen]

You're a breath of fresh air, Sarah. Laugh out loud moments watching your reviews last evening.

[@bigkeg9173]

399k well done and deserved 👍😊👍

[@kevinstephenson9887]

Brilliant review I agree with you ls 500 F sport better than BMW M3 and Mercedes Benz. C63

[@gbgary]

that IS500 was happy to see you Sarah.

[@BarbWaltersMusic]

Lexus makes some great sounding V8's

[@Txcowboy80]

Love my “80s Vibes Shirt.”

[@mtcruse]

this IS F really REALLY needs a manual if this is the swan song for the V8.

[@stewieuk1276]

Wow! Great review and your outfit goes so well with the car! Looking forward to the next review!

[@TeaVR]

Shame it's not coming to the UK. Love Lexus quality

[@MrMustangrick]

Sweet! So great to see Lexus using my GS F 5 liter V8 again. Love love my GS F. Mine is Atomic silver with the circuit red interior, just like the one you reviewed! My forever car.

[@Stuckinthepast_]

I could listen to her talk all day

[@violinmiata]

Fantastic review!!! Really like the understated interior

[@bladerunner7194]

I totally understand your feeling regarding cars with a soul. Tesla's and so on are OK but lack the sound, the feeling and the interaction with the driver. Driving a car for work is not the same as driving it for fun. When it comes to fun, I know what to choose, as do you.

[@nycshelbygt500]

Pretty much the perfect Lexus IS500 F, I mean IS-F technical review. Buy this gal an F-22. Died when you inserted a mention of my BMW E90 M3 with the N/A S-65 V8. Will never sell it, despite 190k miles.

[@stephenkury3549]

Watching it with closed captions on it pops up as [music] when the car revs. I would have to agree.

[@caseykubota]

Thank you Sarah for mentioning the slot for plastic frizbees!! No other review of this car mentions it. Still love my frizbees!!! Oh, love you hair brake test!!!

[@christopherrempel8168]

Most comprehensive is500 review yet

[@James-sir]

Alright that skirt and a Lexus screwed me up I try not to luv ur thumbnail but u got me

[@timbrown9731]

Oh they went with Tokico I bought a set for my infinity years ago I was pretty impressed with the quality of them I think the ISF had Sach dampers .

[@buickboy92]

Lexus V8 engines are really special, RCF, LC500, and now the IS500. Gotta catch them all before they're gone. The German offerings are great too, but on a different level. Lexus are just so much more special, especially with the NA V8s.

[@WrenchingOnCars]

Yes!! The signature Sarah seat bolster move!! Its not because math is hard, its because Freedom Units!!!!!

[@josephvarano3531]

Besides the awesome car, have to love the leather bustier with the Catholic school girl skirt.

[@chrisb75]

Kudos for listening to Machine Head

[@Johnny_Kanuk]

I was today years old when I found out Sara had a second channel. How did I not know?

[@SarahnTuned]

I don’t like annoying the crap out of all you by nonstop self advertising.

[@Johnny_Kanuk]

@@SarahnTuned you self promote/advertise all you want. I enjoy your content and if there is more I want to know. Pretty sure I'm not alone in that thinking. Thanks for doing what you do.

[@mostcom]

Sarah

[@joeamith838]

I loved my track pack Mustang GT but within the first month I had upgraded the exhaust,intake, tune ...I'm betting this car would greatly benefit from the same...Gotta love V8'S!!

[@whatnow121]

OMG I lost it Beaver smoking meth.

[@larrydavidson3402]

Sad that no more V8s. Nice review as always.

[@Russ1103]

Best Car review ever I already love her after watching it for 3minutes

[@SergCarReviews]

Hey Ruslan, if you like Lexus reviews I've made a few of them. If you're interested to watch let me know what you think :)

[@soyeux27]

Sarah ! Love your outfit, your glasses, love everything in this video. Love from Montreal !

[@larryordine7542]

It’s a Grand Touring Mission car. Softer than an M3 but plenty of power stuffed in a very comfortable luxury yet sensible package. That’s why the “no we are not an M3 killer.” That’s for race car wannabes.

[@cartersubaru]

A girl after my own heart. Long live the V8.But sadly I don’t think it will happen. Absolutely fantastic review.

[@philliphuigen1282]

25.4 mm per inch, 12.7 inches is 322.58 mm, math is not hard, rebuilding cars is. I like the turbulence generator, reminds me of the Nissan/ Datsun under body spoiler, I actually want one for my truck. Think it might handle a little better with some down force in the rear.

[@lrod312]

I’m stumped between buying this car, a used LC500, or a TLX Type S. I have a feeling that the IS500 and the LC will actually steadily hold their value over time, ( maybe even appreciate a little) but the TLX Type S is just as much fun to drive but somewhat cheaper. 🤔

[@yousef.al-assaf]

You don't wanna miss out on the V8

[@amarnimuller422]

Probably this because it’s the last of its lind

[@micahmatthew4645]

The TLX Type S is a glorified Honda Accord. No where near the performance of either of the other cars you named, define not “just as much fun to drive”

[@ptnpharmd]

TLX-s ????

[@Nico-vt4il]

One of the best reviewers on YT - Legend Sarah!

[@bundamaker6747]

They didn’t want to call it an ISF because the CEO doesn’t think it’s worthy. It’s more of a V8 cruiser than a track level car. It’s not comparable to an M3 or anything like that imo. It has its own niche.

[@southport65]

Is the CEO on record stating that anywhere? Genuinely curious- wondering if they’re planning an ISF with upgrades to suspension, weight reduction, etc.

[@tookiedew]

S-n-T is on point. Thank you for the great analysis of cars. Lexus IS 500 is an awsome sport sedan. NA V8s should most certainly be revered.

[@brandenalexander6038]

To have a V8 that you can rely on and not over the top maintenance is something really special.

[@zeon5323]

Sarah, congratulations on 400K!

[@ec6933]

My mouth actually dropped when I saw the CD player

[@rsthegoldenfist25]

"So firm and solid feeling", I totally expected a pun there! Love the outfit btw, totally on point!

[@RustyChapman]

Yeah Sarah, I'm liking the under chassis shots. If you could mount a camera on your little vacuum cleaner buddy, that would be cool; just thinkin'

[@Dusty0116]

I almost fell out of my chair laughing at your comment, "Beaver that smokes meth". Great review!! :D

[@brushrescue1701]

We need to get you on TOP GEAR 👍🏻

[@S7tronic]

That V8 sounds stunning..

[@maromi-]

Great review. An NA engine tuned like this says DD but that it can be fun too. B4 Blitzen that was my second subie.

[@SarahnTuned]

That’s rad, I never knew anyone who actually owned one before!

[@acarlson985]

I've never been into tall nerdy white girls but your personality and fashion sense has changed my mind

[@MPowerSubie12]

This is the last IS500 video I've watched out of like 7 previous KZbinrs but although you came out with it last after 3 minutes I can already say it's my favorite! Funny and to the point! I agree with everything. You also don't need access to Audi or BMW you have access to the best.. Lexus:)

[@LV426CX1]

Awesome review. This sounds like the only modern equivalent to an old majestic e39 M5.

[@jpizel1070]

You meant the old M3 I'm assuming.

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

So close to 4 hundo Sarah!!! Any day, with awesome videos like this, just around the corner! FWIW, we have an IS500 and an IS350 in the fam, both phenomenal “robotic catfish from space!”

[@jonleyton7905]

NA V8, New Corvette ZO6-7, hope you get one of these! Would be a Fun review!

[@garrymatthews4430]

Love these reviews keep yjem coming!!

[@elichosen3931]

The engine is very much restricted from the flattened exhaust design, imagine a better breathing exhaust system, you might gain a nice amount of power and lose some weight in the process. Overall I love this thing my love for the ISF, RCF , LC500 I love all the Lexus v8s they're so special to me.

[@jan-ovepedersen5764]

Congrats on 400K subs :-)

[@Skyrat12]

You are awesome! So love your breakdowns, technical and yet SO entertaining! Never change Sarah!!!!

[@chop3625]

NEVER better than an M3

[@karlcoomler73]

Lexus time! Thanks, Sarah!!