Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
21 City / 27 -30 HWY
Horsepower
204
Seats
4 -5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Deborah C
That I really love this car.
What I like the bodystyle, how it performs from 0 to 60, is great on gas mileage. Maintenance can be a little expensive sometimes but it's worth it ?
accountCircle Melissa M
It's a convertible! Reliable and fun to drive!!
Purchased used in 2015. I've had only one problem with the sound system. Took it in under warranty, item was replaced. Very comfortable. Has always been reliable no issues in performance. Vehicle requires high grade (more expensive) fuel, would prefer the choice of less expensive fuel.
accountCircle Dylan Q
Sleek, powerful and quiet. Top notch every day driver.
Excellent vehicle. Drives smoothly, great acceleration and does decently in snow being AWD. I would get another one in the future.
accountCircle Alley P
The pros of having a Lexus.
This is my second is and I love them. I will never leave Lexus as they have always remained loyal to me as I have to them. I have no experienced any issues and only have to take it in for routine maintenance. If you take care of your car; your car will take care of you. Please only bring your car to Lexus to get serviced and do not take the cheap way out. If you feel you need to then it's not your time to drive a luxury car.
accountCircle John B
Some pros and cons to owning a 2013 Lexus is 250.
The car has had very little mechanical issues. The inside of the car is far from being spacious for leg room. There is plenty of head room which helps for the lack of legroom. The car has a smaller v6 engine that helps with gas mileage however, torque is less than desirable. The car rides and handles smoothly but due to the back tires being larger/wider than the front tires they cannot be rotated so they do wear out faster. It has a sport suspension so great handling but a little on the rough side for cruising.
accountCircle Ruth B
Good working condition and Lexus obvious proves durability.
The car is durable it has not giving me any major issues.. I like the fact that the oil can be changed every 10k miles opposed to the standard of 5k. The only maybe minor that I see that all tires sizes are not the same which makes difficult for the traditional tired rotation so it requires a bit more tire maintenance.
accountCircle Sabrina O
Very classy, luxurious, and safe.
It is a luxury car and I love it. It is such a smooth ride, you never feel unsafe in the road. It has a moonroof and leather seats which are comfortable and very roomy. It is cheap on gas and has many safety benefits. Very classy and very feminine which is what I was looking for.
accountCircle Nicole A
The Lexus is 250c: a balance of fun and luxury.
My 2013 Lexus is 250c has heated and cooled seats. That really helps on hot days when I leave the top down. It does not have navigation or a backup camera, which seems behind for a 2013. All power everything! There are 3 programmable settings for driver and passenger seats. The lumbar support makes driving even more comfortable - for the driver. The back seat is not made for grownups, as it is not very spacious. But, it is a sporty looking car, not really a “family sedan”. I say sporty-looking because it is a v6 with 204 hp. But, it is so light weight that it has plenty of get up and go! At over 80k miles, it has yet to give me any issues. I am hoping to keep it for at least another 80!

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jessica M
Limited space in a 2013 Lexus is250.
Trunk space and indoor space is small and limited, small leg room for driver, passenger and back seat passengers. Very bad blind spots due to small windows, small rear view mirrors and round body. 2013 model only comes with one front seat drink coaster which makes it difficult when ordering beverages for the family. The vehicle is not made for tall people. My partner is 5’5 and her head almost touches the roof of the car which makes it difficult to drive.
accountCircle Brittany H
Not much space but fun to drive!
This car is so beautiful! It is not spacious as my family has expanded. However the amenities the car has is extravagant. It is able to change into sport mode very easily with paddle shifts & has a great sounds system. The motor is easy to work on and with regular maintenance has been an amazing car for my family and I.

Lexus IS 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 Sport Sdn Auto RWD
204 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats
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4dr Sport Sdn Auto AWD
204 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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2dr Conv Auto
204 HP 24 MPG 4 Seats
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2013 Lexus IS Owner Reviews

4.77
30 Reviews
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5 stars 87%
4 stars 7%
3 stars 3%
2 stars 3%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Tori L on June 13, 2021
Lexus is 250-durable and sturdy.
It is a really good car and is 7 years old however still runs smoothly. Everything is 10/10 and is a really good car to drive. The brake is not sensitive which makes it easier to drive. I would definitely recommend anyone to get this car if they are thinking about it.
accountCircle Danny C on May 20, 2021
Lexus ls is a great vehicle.
My car Lexus ls 2013 model is a good vehicle and not problem whatsoever since the time I bought it. I followed just normal car maintenance process. I'd change the engine oil every month and gear lubricant also.. It'd take a while before a tire got deflated. I am still enjoying it.

Ranks #2 Luxury Small Cars by Owners

The 2013 Lexus IS has an average owner rating of 4.77 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 17 other Luxury Small Cars.

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4.77
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4.66

Ranks #4 Luxury Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2013 Lexus IS has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #4 of 16 other Luxury Small Cars.

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39 MPG
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36 MPG
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30 MPG

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Safety & Reliability

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Moderate Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety