STRIKING! 2021 Lexus IS350 F Sport Review

2021 Lexus IS350 F Sport review by The Straight Pipes. The Lexus IS 350 is pumping out 311hp and 280 lb-ft tq from a 3.5L V6. Sitting at $58,000 CAD, would this be your pick over the Mercedes-AMG C43, BMW M340i, Audi S4, Genesis G70, Kia Stinger GT?
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[@TheStraightPipes]

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[@eballacharles0302]

LC500 convertible 🤗😍👍👌

[@donnguyen6926]

Do review of classic cars

[@pauljamieson803]

You guys are like an old married couple!! Keep the fights coming, but warn us so we have time to make popcorn!

[@jordandang5084]

Yuri complains about the stupidest things. “The traction control taking up the screen is is opposite of sporty driving”. Like shut up man

[@zaidqaissieh231]

Can you please get the lexus is 300 or the hybrid one and es . I love lexus’s cars

[@CarSauce]

The Lexus IS gets a lot of hate, but if there was any luxury sedan I'd own outside of a warranty it'd be this. Just saying 🤷

[@TheStraightPipes]

Gotta compare it to what's out there now and how it all functions and drives... But I've owned 2 IS's lol

[@Mike.3GS]

Here before 30 other comments start a riot but i agree with you tho id would want to have one of these for yeears out of warranty

[@naveenthemachine]

Lexus in general seems to get hate these days. Probably because genesis exists

[@mattX5]

@@kristians2704 This is so accurate.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@kristians2704 Well that’s Toyota’s and Lexus tag line: reliability. That alone could be why Toyota and Lexus are the top selling brands to exist I also think that it’s sad that Toyota’s are now more desirable than Lexus. Toyota’s latest TNGA products are what Lexus should have been doing

[@russodean2]

One thing I'll say about Lexus is the insulation is amazing. I was shocked and also a little jealous going from my M240i to driving my brother's Lexus IS350 sport. Lexus is soo quiet. It really made the drive much more relaxing not hearing so much exterior road and tyre noise.

[@uygarturk2344]

The design thooo. “ chefs kiss “

[@apocalypse487]

@Nihal Singh They call it RC.

[@sephiros9883]

That’s what pisses me off, they never have the driving dynamics the look suggest they have

[@anandpushkar7510]

@@sephiros9883 yeah today's Lexus isn't about performance, more like a grand tourer type

[@BrayanOfTheRain]

@@apocalypse487 RC doesn't look as good as this IS unfortunately.

[@JJS432]

I'm quite surprised they said the Stinger looks better than this IS. The Stinger is nice, but it looks... pieced together in sections. The body lines on the IS will age so much better. The big hips on the rear fenders give this vehicle such an aggressive stance.

[@MaxSpeedMike]

I like the subtle redesign. That red interior is gorgeous!

[@YuriTereshyn]

I Just posted the video 35 seconds ago!

[@MaxSpeedMike]

@@YuriTereshyn i know Yuri lol. I'm familiar with the 2021 models so i left my opinion. Great job on the review.

[@rickmcintosh3570]

Red?

[@ktruong111]

It’s way too much red for daily used.

[@ARentz07]

@@ktruong111 In person it's perfect. Rioja Red in the older models was a bit too dark... Circuit Red pops without being annoying.

[@btran24]

I love my 350 F-Sport! Been an absolute great car. Reliable and fast enough.

[@christophers.4007]

I can't wait to buy this car used in a few years.

[@Olvera_emi]

Same 😍😍

[@ryuken8112]

They will be release the 2.4l turbo variant to replace the v6 in the 350 f sport in a year or 2.

[@ValentinoBentley]

I have a 2012 is350 awd. 306 horsepower. Ridiculously fun for the price. Plus handles fantastic in bad weather. I can’t wait to get an used ISF or maybe a 2013/14 LS.

[@christophers.4007]

@@ryuken8112 hope it makes more hp. I have a 2014 gs350 f sport with this same engine. No complaints, but more hp is always welcome.

[@ryuken8112]

@@christophers.4007 Not too sure if it will get more power. I got the news from the youtuber kirk kreifels. Based on the chart he has it says 300hp but that can change. It should make the car a bit lighter along with increasing mpg and possibly torque.

[@l-Arm.of.God-l]

Guys! you gotta turn off traction control (hold it in till it beeps while in park) it literally puts the car in a different mode, then put on sport + and the car will FEEL like a different car completely; including more slipping haha

[@MajinKuu]

Just got a ‘15 GS350 and can confirm this

[@SergCarReviews]

EXACTLY! Most people don’t know anything about them and just take them in the track and are disappointed. It’s still in road mode!

[@kjennings5226]

Also have a gs350 and can confirm

[@MrScoobieman]

They need to get this car back to the track and try it!!

[@RtB68]

I've had my IS350 F Sport RWD for about 2 weeks now and it's great. Fast enough, wonderfully comfortable, pleasingly appointed and generally the fit and finish is just superb. It looks great too, but that's an individual choice thing. When I was younger I would have poured scorn on this car. Now, middle aged and no longer interested in the traffic light shoot-out I'm very very satisfied. It's a very well made pair of slippers, and I'm ok with that.

[@ARentz07]

Congrats! RWD is "correct wheel drive" on this car... The 8-speed and lower weight make a big difference. I took delivery of my 2021 IS 350 F Sport RWD a little less than a week ago. I am a huge fan so far!

[@alpadilla7343]

Excellent summary of this vehicle and sentiments shared! This car had me at the test drive. Enjoy!

[@dennistv598]

I use to hate the is300 but when i drove one i was impressed my brother got one and i really like it just need more power i race people with it smoke them

[@PreparationdobleH]

I’ve been with my 2022 three weeks and love it, no owner of a Lexus gonna track it

[@yobro5502]

Late reply but how is the seat comfort and the supsion

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

Bulletproof reliability, awd, V6 power and sound, Lexus luxury and resale value... definitely a lot to like about these

[@DoctorSkillz]

The interior is tiny and the transmission tunnel is awfully intrusive, but I agree otherwise.

[@baseballboyz4530]

yessiririririririr

[@pope9349]

The is350 rwd is just the perfect car for everyday driving.Plenty enough power for a daily,dead reliable/rocksolid car and great handling for a daily.

[@dennistv598]

Depends where u live ill say all wheel drive

[@LegionofDune]

Yep, I just picked one up yesterday, here in Phoenix Arizona and I was looking for a solid, reliable daily driver. This definitely fit the bill. Nice enough to take out to a fancy dinner but perfect for commuting back-and-forth to work.

[@pt93music]

Every generation of IS has been gorgeous. This one is no exception. Can’t wait to get a CPO one of these in a few years.

[@ryannavarro2967]

This was a great update from Lexus. They kept similar lines while making it look way better! Interior with a touch screen was a needed addition as well

[@colconqueroryt]

I’m a simple man, I see Lexus, I click

[@Mike.3GS]

Great minds think alike

[@naveenthemachine]

I’m simple too. I see Toyota I just click 😀

[@beansley3740]

I think that means youre a boring man. Lexus are incredibly boring.

[@piotr8417]

It's simple man, I see lexus or toyota and I know that someone will drive slow like a snail, starting from lights like woke up already and turning like a 90y old.

[@colconqueroryt]

@@beansley3740 Eh, everyone has their own taste 🤷‍♂️

[@DoctorsofRunning]

Introduction music is the Tuesday energy we need.

[@cavemanvi]

i like that they give up and coming lumberjacks a chance to review with yuri. it speaks to their good nature to help out other industries like that

[@splatbubble]

Sounds like Fazzio but I can't be sure!!! Dance with the Dead maybe?

[@jeffs6090]

"Some fun was had." Should be the new motto of Lexus. Basically meh, but fun is possible.

[@biglee13m]

Such a meh car for meh people.

[@le1690]

@@biglee13m This car is for someone who wants something bullet proof for the next 10 years.

[@JustinW71]

LMFAO!

[@alecfoster4375]

@@biglee13m people who want something a little bit sporty but luxurious exist. Tons of lawyers I could see enjoying something like that as a daily

[@mikevaldes9831]

well then get ready for the IS 500 with a 500hp V8. how’s that for fun

[@Luminary2024]

So Ik Lexus gets lotta hate in general, but I own a 2021 IS and I’m pretty satisfied. It’s certainly not for everyone, but the aesthetic design is pure art when contrasted with other rivals within the price bracket, Lexus financial systems are heavily assessable to internationals such as myself in Canada and mechanical build quality needs no introduction. Additionally, the fit and finishes are exceptional (given the bracket it’s in) and the sport seats are some of the best in the business. Performance on the objective metrics is a sore spot and fuel economy isn’t the best when compared to turbo 4’s but tbh very very few people buy an entry level everyday luxury sedan for performance driving on track in mind. There’s a great sense of occasion and everyday driving experience here for those willing to sacrifice some fun factor for aesthetics, build quality, seats, reliability and sound (sounds better than any turbo 4 on market especially if aftermarket exhaust it, you’d be surprised).

[@BrandonBousquet]

I like the new "price in CAD & USD" same screen edit. 🙌

[@NitinKumar-xz8cz]

Hell yeah Stinger still getting mentions despite being a couple of years old! Love it

[@player1GR]

Because it's cheaper, less about show-off and way faster

[@billynguyen4912]

@My Pets I like the front look of the Stinger. The rear makes it look narrow and tall, and that ruins the low and ride appearance that the front has

[@whosdondada]

@My Pets or genesis g70

[@VaunShiz]

@@player1GR yea what cheaper because they depreciate like a laptop 😅

[@VaunShiz]

@@player1GR what's less show off about a stinger ? The ugly ghetto Kia badge ? Lmao

[@erikdrummond7004]

This car beats a stinger. It’s more reliable, more respected, and holds its value a lot better.

[@lex350us]

Too bad Lexus hasn’t made much advancement with their IS series over the years , practically the same as my old IS

[@RayanMADAO]

For some people that's the appeal of Lexus cars. Reliable, comfortable, old technology

[@trdrav4]

@@RayanMADAO Now the appeal is reliable old SUVs

[@lex350us]

@@RayanMADAO LMAO

[@VaunShiz]

@@OMGWTFLOLSMH ew cringe edge lord over here. 🤮

[@sonypd9842]

@@OMGWTFLOLSMH it actually looks amazing in person imo

[@mrmeach1967]

Great review. These guys epitomize “agreeing to disagree.” Love it.

[@MrHugoHD]

First, my boss tells me to stay home, and right after he does that, you guys release a video. I'm loving this day already!

[@Chad.D]

Jakub is definitley a Lexus boyyy AYEEEEEEEE

[@VintageRKO]

Best looking in the segment imho

[@pontiacGXPfan]

Give Lexus credit for keeping this engine when everyone else has fallen victim to the turbo trend

[@RJ-pr6mj]

Mercades is about to go amg I4 hybrid. You got that right man.

[@andrewm6716]

Except this engine isn’t great, Mercedes turbo fours are actually quite good

[@RJ-pr6mj]

@@andrewm6716 yeah so is there biturbo V8s. I'm used to the amg V8s.

[@CrazyWeeMonkey]

@@andrewm6716 I think this engine is great however it would also benefit from forced induction (more power and torque especially)

[@andrewm6716]

@@CrazyWeeMonkey true

[@Lucas-ck1po]

I love the way the intake sounded in the previous model, in fact, i like the way these 3.5l v6 engines sound. I dont think the issue would be the powertrain, it's just the way you design the rest of the car around it. This car would be absolutely brilliant with a manual 6 or 7 speed, rwd and a torsen diff. Simple Toyota V6, Lexus shine and comfort, and a GT86 sense of humor. That would have been awesome.

[@mobbymarkose]

2022 Fsport RWD , no manual and has torsion slip differential, summer on BBS wheels and adaptive suspension.. I had initial guilt trading in 540i 2018 G30 for this car , not anymore . It’s a better daily driver , nimble handling, excellent insulation, fit and finish . 1800w Mark Levison makes the HKs in bmw sound like cheap speakers. Only thing I miss is the low rpm turbo punch from b58 and zf transmission. Everything else this is a better car with tank reliability . I have grown up to do rage racing from signal to signal . For folks complaining about the Lexus infotainment just use the voice assistant, if you know what you are saying it covers everything you ever need from music selection , source, messages , climate control and cloud based poi navigation. It works better than bmw voice assistant or use apple car play and use Siri . I actually stopped using apple car play because Lexus system works just fine for day to day

[@randomocityvideos]

The RWD version is SO much better. The 8 speed wakes this car up a lot and the dynamics are sharper.

[@GT-ed2un]

Lol Jacob's slowly sinking smile as he realized how dull the 0-60 run was is pretty telling.

[@jonnyaesthetic]

LOL he couldn't hold it that long...

[@insayn7995]

I mean 5.5 isn’t that bad

[@350Carmine]

@@insayn7995 it is bad when my 06 is350 does it under 5 seconds

[@VaunShiz]

@@350Carmine 06 350 do not do under 4 seconds lmao more like mid 5s, cringe ricer

[@350Carmine]

@@VaunShiz Actually the 06-08 are the fastest IS 350 that Lexus has made because of there aggressive gearing, also the newer ones come with a bad factory tune that really dimensions the performance. How would you know?? Do you have an IS? I did 0-60 at 5.0sec flat with a passenger in the car. Don’t act all ballsy until you know what your talking about

[@brianiswrong]

That intro pull was lit👍 The tracking shot was the best I have ever seen.

[@Nismoleb89]

I honestly love how muscular this thing looks, I just hate the old interior and the low power,

[@ted6462]

It's a really good engine for daily driving and I would say the power is very good, you just have to wring it out compared to a turbo engine.

[@CDalonzo]

Needs 350-400 horsepower and have some features from higher model Lexus’s maybe hand some stuff down from the LS series

[@mogulme6190]

@@ted6462 it’s great from a reliability standpoint but it’s lacking almost everywhere else

[@baronvonjo1929]

300 hp from 180 from a camry in a smaller body sounds fun af

[@Anthony-dk7de]

@@baronvonjo1929 it’s heavier...

[@ethanstover3899]

I never get why they seem so biased against Acura for some reason

[@Wiickked_Wiz]

They are toyota fanboys not Honda

[@Wiickked_Wiz]

He also owns an isf

[@JecuskyGarrett]

@@Wiickked_Wiz Yet they keep praising Honda and bashing Toyota in most of their videos.

[@inguim1]

You’re not buying a 350 to track it sorry half your argument just doesn’t apply. It’s a fantastic car for everyday driving and that why people buy them.

[@SergCarReviews]

Totally agree! If you were buying a track car you'd be going for the v8 anyway. Also mate if you like Lexus reviews, I have plenty and a few with the IS350 😄 Feel free to check it out 😊

[@CxIvxn]

straightpipes im back to say hello.

[@zykarionng6633]

go play your block game stinky

[@gavincolgan1827]

They don’t care

[@blackfire_x2964]

@@zykarionng6633 eh, what’s wrong with respecting other communities?

[@XYNO73]

I own the rear wheel version of this car and it is absolutely fun to drive.

[@stoveguy2133]

Friend bought a new sc430. Kept it for 4yrs. Sold it for

[@insayn7995]

This car would be a beast with a supercharger and a aftermarket performance exhaust.

[@0sus]

then it will be less reliable

[@julianroth7681]

@@0sus more reliable than a BMW or Mercedes

[@0sus]

@@julianroth7681 tru lol

[@LegionofDune]

I have a magna flow exhaust on mine and it sounds just right

[@da_great_mogul]

The only reason I am considering this in 2024 is due to the fact there is NO TURBO!

[@marcusvision]

My neighbor has one and I was so surprised how small it looks. Might as well be a two door sedan.

[@bastinelli443]

I had a 2014 IS350 F sport and once I had a baby it had to go. Back seat is non existent.

[@PanameraTurboSEHybrid]

Those compact sedans are basically 4 door coupe's, back seats are for extra storage.

[@tv321123]

People who grew up in north america have a strange view of car sizes compared to the rest of the entire world. The current IS is sized at what was considered a 5 series a couple of generation ago. I'm 6ft tall and can sit in the back of one with reasonable comfort. I grew up in the back of a smaller E46 3 series and never had a issue. In the EU a Vauxhall corsa/ford fiesta is considered a family car, and you people are getting new cars because the back of a IS is not big enough XD.

[@Tfish64]

I’ve never been happier to be so early on a KZbin video

[@exes1010]

It took a while but they finally made their giant spiky grille design language look good.

[@2klzthings882]

My father has a rare red 2007 Lexus IS250. It was the first car he ever brought and still owns it to this day and I feel like he will never sell it

[@andydougy4347]

I found an 07 is250 with 40k miles on it a few years back. Just turning over 70k on it now. Solid car.

[@marcelmotorzoneza9626]

OH MY thank you so much for adding the KW and NM figures on the video! Each time I have to pause and convert them to understand how much power and torque cars make XD

[@samwestenskow]

I am absolutely loving the intro music!

[@DanyCesc83]

I'll be honest, Lexus has lost its appeal and I stopped buying their cars back in 2016 when I traded my RC-F for a new M4... they are not keeping up with the competition and they're still expensive for what you get.

[@omgitsme435]

They have probably the worst infotainment in the entire industry.

[@omarmahmood5011]

@@omgitsme435 definitely agree the infotainment is dogshit, German brands are ahead of Lexus in everything except possibly reliability which is also very controversial as you can find a lot of German car owners who say there car lasted a very long time and some meh

[@eniolafolorunso1095]

Their sales say the exact opposite. Clearly they are doing something right.

[@mewdotkai]

@@omarmahmood5011 Audi and Mercedes are a lot more reliable than they used to be. BMW still has dogshit reliability.

[@mewdotkai]

​@s l I hear you. My comment was a generalization. Not all BMW models are headaches, and not all Volkswagens are Toyota-like in reliability. Trust me. My GTI constantly had issues before it got totaled. We replaced it with an Audi though and couldn't be happier. It's been just as reliable as our Lexus and we drive the shit out of both of them.

[@mr.t7274]

IS350 F Sport is the younger sibling who got all buff and cool when they grew up

[@inosurrender8327]

That would be the IS F If they make a new one next year

[@Anthony-dk7de]

It’s the teenager. The IS F is the 24 year old.

[@Anthony-dk7de]

Corvette Z06 is the 30 year old

[@BlitzMekanika]

Love cars with rear light bars. Hope they never go out of fashion. 🤗

[@SO_L-GR]

Awesome car, much better than what these guys are saying. For sure not perfect but deserves wayyy more respect than it's getting from this review. Great job Lexus

[@greg5green]

As an owner of a this-gen IS 350, I thought they were pretty fair. Even withe RWD with the 8 speed, the transmission isn't great and it too often opts to show me the Lexus software instead of carplay That said, I absolutely love the interior and how it has buttons. And the touchpad is actually useful sometimes. But I also came from 2013 GTI, not another up market brand.

[@jdb1478]

The Stinger is no where better looking than the IS 😂😂😂

[@imvufanclub3572]

This is hands down the best looking in the competition. It's a shame they don't make the Coupe Version :(

[@MrRainbowSprinkles]

The RC 350?

[@AleeSteezy]

Love this car so much especially the exterior! But they need to redesign the interior in this and maybe give the engine a little more HP and Torque. All I'm asking is to change the interior and I'd still be happy with the current engine.

[@0sus]

it takes time to engineer, the longer they take the better it will be

[@ARentz07]

I just purchased a 2021 IS 350 F Sport RWD about a week ago, and the interior has some nice upgrades. Sure, in a thumbnail it looks similar, but the new screen in this car is amazing. Very crisp with good contrast/black levels. And the new center console is a lot more expensive-feeling than the one I had in my 2016 IS 300, with larger pads along the sides. I guess they could have done more with it, but for a refresh, I think it's awesome.

[@ryanrudolph2857]

Last time I was this early my mom had to get a C-Section

[@mattX5]

Lexus’ version of a full redesign: *Gives it an exterior facelift and a new infotainment screen* Don’t get me wrong I like Lexus, but this car is just so outdated from the interior, to the engine, to the transmission, etc. Time they actually step and and start making proper cars.

[@jponz85]

Why fix something that's not broken?

[@bruhwth]

@@kristians2704 that’s actually true

[@albertduncan6365]

There was suppose to be an all new car, new chassis, dash design etc but the development was delayed on Mazdas side, which the new IS is suppose to be based on, so it’ll be another 3-4 years for it

[@mattX5]

@@jponz85 ..Because by that logic, cars would never evolve. We wouldn’t have seatbelts, air bags, reverse cameras, crumple zones, etc. This thing is just being completely left in the dust by it’s competition despite its recent “redesign”, and that’s showing significantly in its sales numbers, which are declining rapidly.

[@jponz85]

@@mattX5 that's a horrible analogy wtf

[@RealAvus]

This car is basically a RWD Camry... It is as "sporty" as a TRD Camry/Avalon. An old car with an up-to-date price that is not really deserve.

[@wyw201]

Is this based on TNGA-K platform?

[@bigg4816]

@@wyw201 Nah, same old car with facelift outlook and been called "All New"

[@wyw201]

@@bigg4816 Would Lexus move to TNGA or would they have their own platform?

[@RealAvus]

@@wyw201 The next REAL new IS will be shared platform with next gen Mazda 6 (like BRZ/86 twin). It will be a brand new RWD platform with a BRAND NEW INLINE 6 engine!! This is the Lexus/Mazda people should be hyped about.

[@wyw201]

@@RealAvus Is this confirmed by Toyota, will it replace IS 250 or IS 350?

[@TheeRighteousOnee]

That rear taillight light bar is so sexy! Love how they added that.

[@SergCarReviews]

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

[@megaxboxx]

soooo many better ways to spend 60k$, and im a proud owner of a gorgeous LS430 :)

[@LilRick96]

Same

[@IDontGravity]

Could get a used GS F for under 60k

[@greatgallade]

What year?

[@HDmanzano1995]

Agreed. Unfortunately our society only cares about the monthly payment amount 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@kingslong5937]

U can literally get a zl1 or a z06 for that price

[@BudgetFamiliar]

This is my favorite review video of yours! Keep up the good work fellas!! 👍🏾👍🏾

[@cuptanp.r.2229]

this car looks SO. GOOD. especially in this spec!

[@nacho7614]

That color too! Cloudburst Gray is so sexy.

[@dallasjosephh]

I’ve been waiting for a review on this car!!

[@AznBoi871]

Thank you for adding kW for everyone outside of US

[@baileygraf1926]

Your intro tracks get me even more hyped than I thought I was to watch you vids😂

[@temaus]

I miss Apple CarPlay vs Android Auto battles! Get a second Android phone and give it back to us!

[@verynick]

I wonder why he replaced his with an iPhone

[@applemobilegamer6745]

The dark red leather seats makes the car look 1,000 times better!

[@turbo_lander7301]

See this in person and it looks so good!

[@Midwest..]

Lexus my favorite luxury brand currently we own IS350, NX200T, ES350 😎👍

[@Affalterbach1967]

Stayed for the Stinger GTS content.

[@Cleo-ix2kd]

95% people don’t care about going to a track. Perfect IS

[@LegionofDune]

Right! If they wanna go to the track, they should buy a zl1 or a gt500 or m3/4…. This is not a track car. This is a perfect daily driver.

[@Lamperelli]

Hey guys, just a heads up that if you want to bang off the rev limiter with the IS you have to hold the traction control button down to shut it off and that shuts off the auto shift when you're in shift mode. Awesome channel by the way!!

[@lmc333]

The Best IS yet... I love this new look and I think Lexus has succeeded in making the best Compact Luxury Sport Sedan... Spiritual successor of E46s....

[@dil6969]

I'm very skeptical of their reason for switching to lug bolts. I think it's more likely a cost-cutting measure to reduce the total part count during the production phase. Honestly, lug bolts are a pain in the ass if you're used to studs with lug nuts, especially when it comes to servicing. If an overzealous mechanic overtightens and damages your lug bolts, you'll likely need your whole hub replaced instead of a $8 stud.

[@nathanmathews2148]

I've done stud conversions on every BMW I've owned, lug bolts suck.

[@gregwiens35]

Just returned my 2016 Lexus IS 350 F sport off lease and won't look back. At the exact same price, I'm getting the Genesis G70. Identical footprint (255 rear, 225 front, same wheelbase) but way, way more fun to drive. LSD, 365hp, Pilot Sport 4s, rear-wheel bias allowing tail-happy turns...You guys agree?

[@TheStraightPipes]

Yes we said that at the end of the video

[@trdrav4]

I would agree too...who the hell wants to lease the same car for another 3-4 years. Leasing is part of the luxury car business, 20+ year ownerships are becoming rare for this segment.

[@gregwiens35]

@@TheStraightPipes yes, thanks...with the Stinger, so that means G70 as well? (Drift mode when in sport and traction off)?

[@scarroll625]

Love the 80s movie music in the intro. Classy touch.

[@Kyoshi23]

The Lexus ISF is one way can’t wait

[@mikevaldes9831]

can wait for the IS 500 F Sport 🤩

[@Anthony-dk7de]

Hopefully it’s only $70k fully loaded. A Corvette C7 Z06 is my next car if it isn’t the V8 IS. I can get a 650HP 2016 Corvette for $60k (used) lol.

[@fjdynames2552]

I’ve been waiting for this one.

[@Teqqy404]

I can tell this was filmed a while ago cause of the shit ton of snow rn

[@mattbarry79]

Seems like this car is on par with 4-cylinder turbos: 330i, C300, A4, etc. No way I'd take this over a C43, M340i or S4.

[@closg9309]

Or G70 3.3t and Q50 Red Sport

[@joshlovepopcorn]

I agree but this is priced more around a c300, a4 etc..

[@mattbarry79]

@@joshlovepopcorn Alfa Giulia in this range too.

[@little123456788]

I prefer the characteristics of an NA V6 over a turbo 4 but Lexus needs a Turbo 6 to compete with the German 6 cylinders.

[@joshlovepopcorn]

@@little123456788 I 100% agree with you on that one

[@veselingramatikov]

My 'affordable` dream car. Naturally aspirated V6. Good interior. Amazing reliability. I think 99% of drivers don`t need more for the street and everyday driving.

[@andrewwilkins7237]

Great video guys 👊🏼👊🏼

[@DaEverything1]

this car is the ultimate “ok” car

[@v60polestar88]

Incoming pissed off fanboys. Me: I agree there is nothing special about the IS. It’s a sporty sedan not a sports sedan

[@lukeson8934]

As a daily driver, it's great, everything else... Meh...

[@deltahorizon26]

Yep. It’s a great car to have if you already have a dedicated weekend car and about twice the budget to splurge on a new Corolla.

[@Toyota4Life]

“Ok” cars don’t look like this. Also incoming F model

[@v60polestar88]

@@Toyota4Life Sure they do. This one does. Every review of this car has been mediocre. I don’t blame Lexus. Consumer interest in sports sedans from Lexus isn’t that high so they put there money in suv/cuv. The European have no problem selling fast sedans so they invest money in developmental cost. Looks dont determine anything. This is a very good sporty sedan that’s it. SPORTY SEDAN

[@hirum447]

Thanks for providing KW for power figures, especially for us Aussies down under!

[@2close2cawl]

I get not being in love with a car, but Yuri just comes off as a super whiney millenial in this video.

[@khalilhenderson4082]

Can’t wait for the is500 review

[@danielangel5887]

5:03 The Stinger absolutely does not look better than the Lexus 😤 just saying

[@MichaelBertolino]

YES! Finally! Been waiting on this review since November, 2020! I actually ended up getting the Kia K5 GT-Line AWD over this though, because there were no IS350 lease deals in my area (and still aren't)

[@esmeldycompres2041]

Better get rid of it before it hits 100,000k!! Korean cars are decent but they aint no honda or toyota!!

[@MichaelBertolino]

@@esmeldycompres2041 It's on a lease. My next car will most likely be this IS 350 or maybe a GT K5 or Sonata N-Line, if they make it AWD. The Camry's engine is stinky, my fiancee has a 2019 Rav 4 and it's so slow off the line (same engine), and the Civic/Accord don't have and never will have AWD cause Honda is lackin'. I upgraded from a 2012 Civic

[@trdrav4]

@@esmeldycompres2041 Chill Scotty chill...not everything is as reliable as a 94 Celica, not even a Lexus lol

[@RK-ci9nn]

Think if Lexus brought back a decent straight 6 cyl instead of the v6 for the 350, and gave it a turbo or something. Would be in the ballpark of ~400hp and would be an amazing competitor to everything else at this pricepoint. The vehicle is very well designed and looks amazing, and honestly the 3.5l v6 is a great engine but all the competition makes more power...

[@truckingjamaicans5045]

You want a 2jz badly dont you? Lol ahahaha

[@Rockdog333]

Lexus really doesn't like to use turbos as they see it as a part that creates more heat,uses more oil, and is something else that needs repair/replacement. I believe thats why they made the naturally asperated is500 with the V8 🎉

[@chiefhere1968]

They made supercharger kits for these already 😈😈 so if you want more power, look into that.

[@alpadilla7343]

Beautiful car and I do love mine…now imagine this vehicle with panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, F Sport Stamped front seats, power rear view mirrors, HUD, Mark Levinson audio/Triple LED Headlights on all models, new infotainment (NX)….that would be a Lexurious launch for the IS 500/350 in 2022! Thanks for another Great review!

[@UnWrecked]

Oh my heart, with the techno vibes

[@elitespeeds6278]

I can’t wait to pick one of these up in 5-6 years 🙂

[@maxguy9623]

i love seeing a new car with a cd player

[@TheTussman]

Yuri, "I was in eco even". If you're old enough to remember Snaglepuss, you'll get it - even.

[@omonteso]

heavens to murgatroyd- this man is as old as me...older-even

[@XZAKLY99]

the music choice in the beginning was exquisite

[@adilsagadiyev5090]

This car is good until you consider the price, it’s essentially the same car from 2014 other than the screen which is still really slow laggy and outdated to literally every other car. The Kia stinger is literally better than this in every way and the new model is coming this year

[@57Nights]

You can’t really compare kia’s quality vs lexus, plus I’ve been in one and the infotainment system is fine. Considering this is a refresh and not an update I honestly think the price point is fine, the real update will probably come in 3 or 4 years

[@adilsagadiyev5090]

@@57Nights the stinger has way more power is a sport back therefore more practical, it’s much bigger, has far more features and luxury, has more quality material such as Nappa leather and on top of all that it costs 8k less CAD

[@57Nights]

@@adilsagadiyev5090 Youre comparing a mid size car to a compact sports sedan so of course the stinger will be bigger, that being said the IS has more than enough usable space. The difference in power between them is 50hp which is honestly not noticeable at all for everyday driving. Literally who cares about the difference in leather, if I put them both in front of you I doubt you would notice the difference. While I agree with you on paper the stinger is a much better car, features and luxury are all subjective. I dont care about having the latest infotainment system or best rear view camera, I care about having a fun ride that I know will last a while. Lexus cars are known for their reliability and longevity, thats why youre paying the extra 8k. My 12 year old IS drives like its new and has no creaks or rattles, I cant say the same about any kia's Ive driven.

[@adilsagadiyev5090]

@@57Nights your saying you’d not care about all the extra features and luxury the stinger gets you over the Lexus. Th problem with that is why not get it if it’s even cheaper? More over, if you like the reliability then why not just get a Toyota? It’s super reliable just like Lexus and is far cheaper and doesn’t have all that extra features and luxury like you said you didn’t want

[@57Nights]

@@adilsagadiyev5090 No youre misunderstanding what Im saying, I care about luxury, reliability, and a good quality ride which is why I bought a lexus. Toyota only has 1 of the 3 things I care about which is why I dont have one. My point was that the IS is a more luxurious car that will hold up better in the long run versus the stinger, even though the stinger has more features. Features does not mean luxury.

[@vitoy147]

Excited for Lexus F news!

[@aprasert]

Jacob annoyed with Yuri’s apple play shortcut is priceless

[@johno1850]

ah yes, coffee and thestraightpipes. good morning☀️

[@omgitsme435]

Test drove this thing when it first came out and even then it wasn't top of the board, can't imagine now..

[@ryanclark9415]

The next generation I hope is going back to a Inline-Six/rwd layout. Although it's speculation supposedly that Toyota and Mazda are working on a platform with that layout. The orginal IS 300 had a 2JZ-GE Inline-Six and Toyota-Lexus should never have stopped manufacturing the I6. It will be nice to see what the all new model brings. Great review as always 👏

[@bubbledoubletrouble]

“It’s two clicks.” “It should be one click.” You **just** said how it should be like Mazda where “you click the home button twice” 7:18

[@VaunShiz]

He's an idiot , I don't watch half tbeir videos because I can't stand his Karen attitude about almost everything

[@TheStraightPipes]

Ya Mazda is actually a long press. One click. Sometimes we screw up ❤️

[@SebastianRamirezzzz]

TheStraightPipes lol so it takes the same amount of time, you just complain for fun it seems

[@gabebandz6510]

They’re critics it is there job to point out little things like this and if you don’t like there videos why are you still watching them

[@bubbledoubletrouble]

@@TheStraightPipes All in good fun!

[@AllyXoxo]

I just test drove this 🥺😍 I'm annoyed and in love. I was headed for a BMW, but this will be her ❤️.

[@ted6462]

I'd take the Audi S4, but I am biased as that was my first sporty car when I was younger.

[@yes8032]

Yea me too

[@aaron_manna]

It would also whoop this cars ass in terms of actual performance, basically every other option in the segment will if you get the top trim/top engine

[@Republic1ders]

Same this competes more with the s3 given the size. But that's what I'd take given that they're similarly priced

[@omgitsme435]

I had an S4 and it runs circles around this thing. Way more advanced tech and looked like it was worth the price. IS is stuck in 2010..

[@Elliott2001]

@@omgitsme435 better than abnoxious touch screens everywhere.