2016 Lexus IS 350 review
Lexus IS 350 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Powerful engine
- All-wheel drive availability
- Plenty of standard features
Cons
- Cumbersome infotainment
- Unimpressive AWD fuel economy
- Lots of luxury sedan competition
Mileage (EPA estimate)
19 city, 26 highway, 21 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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Style, substance, and power
You and four of your friends will have plenty of room for fun in the 2016 Lexus IS 350. With its attractive exterior styling, including standard 18-inch wheels and a wide stance, you'll look good getting wherever you're going. Under the hood, the IS 350 packs a 3.5L six-cylinder engine that's raring to go whenever you are. And with the AWD trim, you'll get plenty of traction on the backroads, no matter what the weather sends your way.
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What is new for the 2016 Lexus IS 350?
- Run Flat Tires features are now available as options on select trims.
5 reasons to buy the 2016 Lexus IS 350
1. An empowered engine
Some sedans simply move you from place to place, but the IS 350 ensures you have plenty of fun along the way. The standard 3.5L six-cylinder engine churns out 306 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque that propels you from zero-to-60 in just 5.6 seconds with the standard rear-wheel drive trim or 5.7 seconds in the AWD version. You won't view your commute the same way again.
2. Available AWD
With its standard stability and traction control features, the 2016 IS 350's rear-wheel drive gives you confidence on the road. If you want to dial up the IS 350's capabilities, choose the AWD trim that sends power to the front and rear axles and redistributes it as needed in demanding road conditions. With both trims to choose from, you'll find the right road-ready IS 350 for your neck of the woods.
3. Control the ride
The IS 350's standard paddle shifters give you the chance to control your driving experience, whether you're zipping through backroads in the mountains or hauling groceries back to the apartment. Make the ride even more exciting by shopping for the F Sport package, which includes a sport-tuned suspension, upgraded brake pads, and heated and ventilated front sports seats.
4. Lap of luxury
The IS 350 aims to please with its standard dual-zone climate control, keyless entry, and eight-way power front seats.
5. Connect and go
You'll be playing your favorite tunes in no time through the eight-speaker sound system that pairs Bluetooth® connectivity. The sedan's eight-inch display gives you an excellent view of the infotainment system. Take the tech even further by shopping for an IS 350 with lane departure warning, front and rear parking sensors, and blind spot monitoring.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Lexus IS 350 an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Lexus IS 350 11th out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.
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Base 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Leatherette Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- A/C Seat(s)
- Automated Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Leatherette Seats
- Mark Levinson Sound
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Run Flat Tires
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
306
Torque (ft-lbs)
277
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
17.4
Wheelbase
110.2"
Overall length
183.7"
Width
71.3"
Height
56.3"
Leg room
F 44.8"/R 32.2"
Head room
F 38.2"/R 36.9"
Front tires
P225/40VR18
Rear tires
P255/35VR18
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2016 Lexus IS 350 FAQ
The 2016 Lexus IS 350 offers a Base : 19 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway It is important to remember factors such as driving style, weather conditions, and the use of features such as Eco mode can impact fuel efficiency.
The Lexus IS 350 received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Lexus IS 350 as 10 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Car
Here is what's new for the 2016 Lexus IS 350:
- Run Flat Tires
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