2017 Lexus IS | Read Owner Reviews, Prices, Specs

Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

19 -22 City / 26 -32 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

241 -306

Seats

5

Positive Owner Reviews

Samantha G

My car is very sturdy meaning if you get in a car accident, you will be good.

My vehicle is the best one. I haven't had any issues with it and we've previously owned Lexus for years. It is very fast and the interior is pretty long lasting.

Darlen G

Recommending Lexus as a great car.

My car is very reliable. It gets great gas mileage. It has a sporty look that makes it fun to drive but yet is very comfortable and great for road trips. It seat 5 people comfortably. The trunk is great because of its space and is able to fit a lot of. The back seats come down as well.

Natalie B

It drives like a dream. It has great handling and the service is also good.

I love the brand and status it gives. The ride is very smooth. The seats and controls and comfortable and easy to use.

Jordan W

Sporty spacious car with safety features galore!

The car's safety features are amazing. The lane assistance and the brake features make the car feel super safe. The comfortability of the vehicle is amazing. The seats are fully electronic and adjustable. The back seats are spacious and the seats are heating/cooling controlled. The sunroof gives it a sporty feel as well and the trunk is spacious. The only problem with the vehicle is the GPS. It is not the best and tends to glitch a ton. I usually just hook my phone up to the car instead.

helen g

I love my IS 200T. It has a small 4-cylinder engine, which is helpful for gas, but the turbo allows for great pick up & speed. Also it's red & I love it ;)

This car is awesome, don't get the upgraded "F" series unless you're getting the 350.

Tsunami Q

My Lexus is incredible comfortable. It has amazing features.

It is very comfortable. It includes a system that helps you know that you are passing lanes without the lights. It has an integrated GPS that you can control from your smartphone. It has smooth and comfortable ride quality on bumpy road. It is a gas saver as well.

Juan L

The Lexus is f-sport: cars to drive before you die.

The best vehicle in existence. It is extremely reliable, fun to drive, and you just have to love when turn their heads to look at the beauty of the car itself. Objectively, the is f sport is a beautiful car without a doubt. Gas mileage is great for highway but can hurt on the streets if driven for too long. After all, it is a luxury sports vehicle.

Savannah S

Great gas mileage, love my Lexus!

I love my Lexus. It is a safe vehicle and very smooth driving. The seats are comfortable and great for road trips. My favorite part is the gas mileage. I drive from Florida to Alabama often for school, and only have to fill up my tank once or maybe twice.

Negative Owner Reviews

Philip M

The dependable Lexus is300 f-sport.

The is300 is a very dependable car but the rims and tires are very susceptible to damage/wear. The low profile tires that come with the fort bend easily as I have cracked two rims on two sports. The wheel and tire package that I bought also does not cover bent rims! I wasn't told that when I bought this package. It only covers scratches on the outside of the rim and blown-out tires. Mechanically it is very sound with good pick up and gas mileage. I haven't had any engine issues in 2 is300 sports. Trunk space is decent if you do not have kids or travel with large suitcases often. The 60/40 split seat does help when you need a little extra room for snowboards/skis etc. Overall this car has been good to me but now with 3 kids it's getting very small.

Nikki J

It's a V6 so it's not that great on gas mileage. It's pretty nice otherwise. The small trunk space also sucks.

I like the smooth ride. It's a nice car. I don't like that it's horrible on gas and the small trunk space.

Austin S

Lexus is300 f-sport review.

The car sometimes feels too jumpy. It is a small car with tight space which is what you expect for an entry level luxury sports sedan. It is fairly quick and very easy to drive. Lexus is known for having good reliability so I do not expect there to be any real problems other than occasional maintenance and, in the worst case, damages to other outside factors. The seats are tight which is good for a sporty feel. This 2017 model is a bit outdated with its features but I heard the newest model has been updated, or at least with a facelift.

Minoudtchy P

It gives you the option of eco mode, sports, or normal. It looks classic.

This car burns gas very easily and forced to use premium, it is also not a fast car for it to be a sports car, the owner must constantly have to change the tires, the music display and artist display must be updated. If you leave the sunroof up rain gets inside.

Tony L

It has been reliable ever since day one. Only have done regular maintenance

I like the handling of the vehicle, and the standard equipment. The engine could use more power.

Lexus IS Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

IS Turbo

241 HP 26 MPG 5 Seats

IS Turbo F Sport

241 HP 26 MPG 5 Seats

IS 300

255 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats

IS 300 F Sport

255 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats

IS 350

306 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats

IS 350 F Sport

306 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats

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2017 Lexus IS Owner Reviews

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Ryan on November 30, 2021

Not disappointed

Once you understand this isn’t going to win any races (doesn’t mean it can’t be setup for the track) you start to appreciate how fun it can be to zip around corners and let the handling perform all while enjoying all the amenities in total quiet comfort. This is what I love about my 3IS is that it can be driven in two polarizing ways. Cruise your neighborhood in ECO without making any noise and save some $ then throw it into sport take the corner at 50. Keep it simple and stock or cruise the internet for the endless amounts of mods and make it yours. I did invest $300 in some RCF front bushings and adjustable rear control arms to avoid burning through tires since both front and rear have quite the camber. You can easily install yourself then get it aligned to however you want your setup. Add in the cheap and easily available parts. Avoid paying Lexus dealership hidden costs and high labor taking it to a solid import shop. Oh and with easy up keep this naturally aspirated V6 will easily go 250k miles and beyond just be careful with that soft Lexus paint.

Danielle P on June 25, 2021

Never wanting to buy another car.

I have not had any problems with my vehicle for the past 3 years I have had it. I like my vehicle specifically because it is very comfortable to drive, yet it still feels like a sports car. One of the main features I appreciate about my vehicle is that when you change the driving mode it feels as if the whole car is changing not just one part of the car.

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Pros from Owners

Ciara G.

It is sporty and luxurious. Very comfortable. Quietdrive. Clean lines. Powerful and handles perfect. Great for a daily driver but also fun to take to the track. Comfortable seats and just enough trunk space.

Casandra B.

Comfort, ride, extras, Bluetooth sound and audio, heated and ventilated seats, led lighting, backseat, power windows, navigation, premium audio, sunroof, spare tire, premium wheels, turbo, gas mileage, eco friendly.

Cons from Owners

Ciara G.

Back seat is too small not enough foot room, can only hold 4 people not child seat friendly, not enough choices for tires for the car. There is a lot of trunk space and wish it could be downsized to make more room in the back seat.

Casandra B.

Expensive and timely maintenance, hard to keep clean, burns through tires easy, dated extras for the year of the car. Slow to speed up considering the turbo system. Small back seat for longer trips and bigger passengers.

Ranks #4 Luxury Small Cars by Owners

The 2017 Lexus IS has an average owner rating of 4.68 out of 5 which ranks it #4 of 18 other Luxury Small Cars.

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2017 Audi S5

5

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2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class

5

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2017 Lexus IS

4.66

Ranks #8 Luxury Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2017 Lexus IS has a combined MPG of 34 which ranks it #8 of 18 other Luxury Small Cars.

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2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class

85 MPG

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2017 BMW 3 Series

43 MPG

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2017 Lexus IS

32 MPG

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2017 lexus is200t oil type?

Answer: The 2017 Lexus IS 200t uses a 2.0 L 4Cylinder engine that needs 0W-20 full synthetic motor oil. If 0W-20 is not handy then it is safe to use 5W-20 but it has to be replaced with 0W-20 the next time. The...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

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Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

2017 Lexus IS Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs