Lexus IS300 New & Future Car Articles

February 2006 News Briefs

Get the latest on the Audi R8 supercar, a Lexus race car, the death of a VW, and the life of a Shelby. more

Lexus IS430

Lexus displayed an IS300 fitted with a 4.3-liter V-8 from its GS430. The IS430, which Lexus dubs a one-off with no plans for production, was built by Rod Millen's shop, and also includes a Getrag 6-speed manual transmission, Brembo brakes, TEIN springs and ele more

2002-2005 Lexus IS300 SportDesign

With host of performance-themed enhancements, Lexus sweetens its little peach. more

One-Year Test Verdict: 2001 Lexus IS 300

In spite of the proliferation of sport/utilities, the sport-sedan segment is hot. It's the type of vehicle that can make or break a maker's reputation and bottom line, as well. So in mid-2000, Lexus decided to get into this competitive game with its '01-model-year IS 300. more

2002 Lexus IS 300 L-Tuned Edition

First Drive: 2002 Lexus IS 300 L-Tuned Edition more

One-Year Test Update: 2001 Lexus IS 300

We'd gladly give you a rundown on all the problems we've had with our IS-but there's just nothing to talk about. Zip. The first scheduled service included oil and filter change, fluid check, inspection, tire rotation, and a wash job-all gratis, as part of scheduled maintenance. more

2001-2005 Lexus IS300

Inevitable comparisons aside, it's a standout sport sedan. more

2002 Lexus IS 300

Road Test: We call it a darn good sport wagon more

2002-2005 Lexus IS300 SportCross

Although we're hopelessly unhip, we like the IS300 a lot. more

2002 Lexus IS 300

Road Test: We'll call it a darn good sport wagon more

1999-2005 BMW 330i, 2001-2005 Lexus IS300, and 2001-2005 Mercedes-Benz C320

Are the Mercedes-Benz C320 Sport and the Lexus IS300 poised to overtake the BMW 330i as the best sport sedan? more