Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
18 -19 City / 26 -27 HWY
Horsepower
306
Seats
4 -5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Axel R
Fast and reliable convertible
Quality, comfort, reliability, hardtop convertible, quiet
accountCircle Celeste A
Stylish dependable fast car.
This vehicle is great. It is dependable, comfortable, smooth sporty ride, goes fast. The only downside is possibly the small gas tank, which runs out quickly with a small car and big engine. Price you pay for more horsepower vs the 250. Also I had a baby since I bought it, and this car is really not meant to be a family car. The car seat barely fits, and I cannot have a front seat passenger with get car seat in.
accountCircle Michelle N
I love this car! Very comfortable, sleek looking.
I really love this vehicle. It drives smooth and is comfortable. The model is also sleek looking and nice. However, the mileage is not great as it runs out of gas quickly. The GPS and Bluetooth connections in the car makes it convenient to hook up my phone. Overall, I would recommend.
accountCircle Jordan P
Lexus is350: love it, you need it.
I love this car. Lexus is such a reliable brand and has such stylish models. The is350 is very sporty looking, can go very fast, and is still 4 doors which is great for having passengers. My favorite features in this car include the heated and cooled seats, the touch screen feature, and the trunk size.
accountCircle Betsy S
Lexus has great service in any town.
The size is perfect, I have had no mechanical issues, easy maintenance. There is a dealership in town that does the turn up and is easy to schedule appointments.
accountCircle Victoria S
Best purchase I could have made!
My vehicles performance has been amazing. I change my oil every 5,000 miles and have never had issues with my car. I love the push to start feature, comfy seats, and amazing 13 speaker sound system. I get about 22 MPH in the city and 26 on highway. It's a great car to take long distance since it is reliable. I have the luxury package which includes: auto-dimming outside mirrors, automatic wipers, a power rear sunshade, driver and front passenger memory functions. I rate my car 10/10! Such a great investment. Comfy, classy, sporty.
accountCircle David O
How much gas is left application.
I love my car. It drives smooth, has great GPS, takes turns tight and quick, is very safe. Very reliable brand and is safe for me and my family. I was thinking of getting an Audi, but chose Lexus and am very happy with my decision! My next purchase will definitely be another Lexus.
accountCircle Lyn B
Love my Lexus. Loaded with standard features - with fantastic pickup.
Great reliable car low maintenance loaded with features has great pickup - sleek - timeless- I like the is350 because all of the features are standard like heated and cooled seats - sunroof - fog lights - rear shade electric - paddle shifters - comfortable roomy - back seat is small but can fit 2 people in backseat.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Hannah W
Not a good car, I would not recommend at all!
The center console has a cup holder inside of it, but to use it you’ll have to open the center console the whole time. Only one cup holder and no storage around the shifter. Small car, it is not made for tall people. Back seats are weird, do not expect a car seat to fit right in it. Bluetooth is a pain to work!
accountCircle Lole J
The color is the best thing.
The car is very reliable. A redesigned front fascia, razor-sharp character lines, and more expressive headlamps and taillamps. The lights are also really bright. The seat are very comfortable. The car is the perfect size. The car color is very vibrant.

Lexus IS 350 Models

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

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4dr Sdn RWD
306 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats
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4dr Sdn AWD
306 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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2dr Conv
306 HP 22 MPG 4 Seats
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2012 Lexus IS 350 Owner Reviews

4.43
14 Reviews
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5 stars 64%
4 stars 21%
3 stars 7%
2 stars 7%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Hannah W on June 13, 2021
Not a good car, I would not recommend at all!
The center console has a cup holder inside of it, but to use it you’ll have to open the center console the whole time. Only one cup holder and no storage around the shifter. Small car, it is not made for tall people. Back seats are weird, do not expect a car seat to fit right in it. Bluetooth is a pain to work!
accountCircle Bruce A on April 7, 2021
Went from BMW to Lexus! What a big difference!
There is nothing wrong with this type of vehicle! Very good quality and reliable! The transmission is amazing. Shifts smooth. The engines never leak and it being a rear wheel drive surprised me. The radio touch screen is old and out of date. Everything on this car works and is amazing!

Ranks #9 Luxury Small Cars by Owners

The 2012 Lexus IS 350 has an average owner rating of 4.49 out of 5 which ranks it #9 of 16 other Luxury Small Cars.

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4.75
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4.61
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4.43

Ranks #6 Luxury Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2012 Lexus IS 350 has a combined MPG of 29 which ranks it #6 of 16 other Luxury Small Cars.

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42 MPG
2
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31 MPG
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27 MPG

Is The 2012 Lexus IS 350 A Good Car?

It is a good vehicle, great on gas! Compact so you cannot fit a lot of people but runs great has a lot of trunk space.
Connie V.

How Reliable Is The 2012 Lexus IS 350?

It is very reliable! I have never had anything wrong with it except a dead battery from not driving it.
Connie V.

Is The 2012 Lexus IS 350 A Good Value?

I bought mine used because I cannot afford a new one. Since it is considered a luxury vehicle it is expensive.
Connie V.

Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Not Rated

Rollover

Side

Not Rated
*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety