Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
20 -21 City / 27 -30 HWY
Horsepower
204
Seats
4 -5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Tyler D
It is very reliable. Since it is Toyota made I have had no problems with it. It has a lot of safety features that I love such as blind spot mirrors, back up camera, full coverage airbags.
I like that my car is fast and light. It has real good looks and is very reliable. Some things I dislike are that the gas mileage on it is terrible and it is a really compact car so not so much for a family. Other than that I love it.
accountCircle Jose J
Small sports sedan, very reliable.
Very reliable. I have had no problems. I have driven 15,000 with it and no problems. I always recommend this vehicle to people who are looking to buy a new car for their family and want a little power to the car. Since Lexus is paired with Toyota, we already knew that Toyota was very reliable so we decided to give Lexus a shot.
accountCircle Michael W
A nice sporty look ride like a sedan.
You should buy a is Lexus vehicle problems none performance dead on very comfortable radio second to none I love my car drive my car from Atlanta to South Carolina I have no problem very liable on the road you can't ask for no more and the most I like about my the maintenance four years running no problems you can ask from a car no more than oil change.
accountCircle Tanisha W
Best car ever! Absolutely beautiful!!
Best car I have ever owned. I have only had very minor problems since I have owned the car, like brakes and a oil changes.. Extremely trustworthy and just an all around beautiful car. I would definitely recommend and buy another Lexus. Plus all their cars are fast and sleek.
accountCircle Add E
2014 Lexus is 250 rear wheel drive.
My car has been extremely reliable. She's hit over 110, 000 miles within 5 years of having the vehicle. Lexus has been extremely reliable and worth the cost. Super comfortable and even the f sport version is super comfortable. I have navigation and lots of other nice features. Everyone in my family has Lexus and will not change.
accountCircle Marie L
XM radio is one of my favorites.
Lexus creates an amazing product unlike any other dealer. The car is extremely luxurious, dependable, advanced in technology and I'd strongly suggest testing out Lexus cars. Overall, I have been a loyal customer for years and plan to continue to purchase Lexus cars.
accountCircle Liz S
My car is old but it will always get you from point a to point b.
I love the bucket seats in my car. I do not like the Bluetooth right now because it randomly stopped working. I think my car is a great value and price for a luxury vehicle.
accountCircle Larry M
Back seat isn't really usable. Should be a two seater
Love the convertible and the luxury of the car. Wish it was a two seater as the back seat really isn't usable.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle ana M
I would overall rate my car as a 5 out of 10.
I have a lot of problems with the tires. Constantly need to change them. The system also reboots itself a lot while driving. Other than that I think the drive is great and it is very comfortable. The features inside is what attracted me to the car..
accountCircle Jessica O
Nice reliable car, affordable maintenance, rides smooth and very low.
Cockpit style driver’s side. Very compact with not much room. Car drives smooth, maintenance is affordable and has been keeping up well for the miles that it has. Cup holders upfront are slightly inconvenient because you have to reach back. The car is also very low and the front bumper scrapes the pavement on just about every bump and dip.
accountCircle Alicia C
If you are taller than 5’10, look away.
Low profile wheels consistently cause issues with having to replace the tires. The cabin is very low and more compact than you would expect from this model. Would not recommend for people taller than 5’10. Technology also is not as up to date like competitions, more outdated and difficult to use. If aesthetically pleasing vehicles is what you are looking for, this would be it. Not comfort or functionality.
accountCircle Amanda G
Lexus is 2014 4 door sedan AWD.
The 2014 Lexus is has been reliable and performs well in terms of driving. The AWD has been very useful in the snow. The voice commands/control is not great but it's ok. The infotainment system glitches often which is annoying. The car has a cramped cabin, so tall or large people can be uncomfortable. Car seat in the back further limits the leg room in the front seat (front passenger has to keep seat somewhat forward to allow proper clearance space for car seat in back).

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
204 HP 24 MPG 4 Seats
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2014 Lexus IS Owner Reviews

4.73
96 Reviews
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5 stars 78%
4 stars 18%
3 stars 3%
2 stars 1%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Patti B on June 25, 2021
Great car but tires can be an issue.
I love this car! It has a great sporty look and feel but has the convenience of being all wheel drive which makes it great in the snow. The only issue I have found is with the tires. Since it is all wheel drive you have to keep the tread similar on all the tires but the tires are 2 different sizes from the front to back which means you cannot rotate them. They are also low profile tires that are prone to getting bubbles easily and wear a lot faster than normal tires.
accountCircle Shelly P on June 18, 2021
Great car. 2014 Lexus. Always dependable.
It looks sporty. Gas mileage is economical. The car handles well. Very dependable. The car sits low to the ground and is not spacious, but the trunk is large. I have had no problems since buying the car. It was used when I purchased but was well cared for.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Kathy R.

It is a nice looking car. Small but comfortable. It has very nice leather seats, and a sunroof. Driving it is fun and it is smooth riding. It also has a small turn radius. This car has great resale value, and it gets great gas mileage.

likeFilled Kimberly V.

It is very comfortable, great on mileage. The seat warmers and luxury are amazing. I love the all wheel drive and snow traction. The hands free Bluetooth. The car feels very safe with me and my son. The SOS response button makes me feel I can always get help if needed. Dual action air is amazing as well. Everything about the vehicle makes me happy.

likeFilled Christina M.

Pros are that is has very good control/handling and is comfortable. There are some really good features it has such as the option to customize the screen and it also offers sports mode. All around a great car to own.

likeFilled Chel L.

My car is luxurious, comfortable, spacious, and up to date on the technology. I like the trunk space and how the music sounds from the speakers. I love how it is keyless entry and in order to close the trunk there is a button for it.

likeFilled Gisselle P.

Car has comfortable seating that offers dual sided temperature setting if you want to keep temp cold or warm on either side when riding with someone else. The dashboard is very easy to see and read and has many options to personalize. The sound quality of the radio is great and the display is convenient to see the station and information playing.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Kathy R.

It is on the small side. But I knew that and I wanted a small car. But for an older person getting in and out of it is a little more difficult. The back seat is also small, better for 1 person in the back or 2 small people.

dislikeFilled Kimberly V.

I wish I had a bit more power to the vehicle, maybe change the interior from beige to black. Other than that I love my car very much I do not have any real complaints about it. Maybe if the parts for maintenance weren't so expensive that be great.

dislikeFilled Christina M.

It does have a lot of road noise while you are driving it gets pretty loud. I also wish that the screen had the option of using the mouse and touch screen because it can get frustrating. Other than that I have no cons.

dislikeFilled Chel L.

It's hard to say what the cons are for my vehicle. I love everything about it. I would say maybe in the future I would get a newer model. But I definitely would get a Lexus ls or Lexus SUV for bigger space. Only reason I would trade in my car for a newer car is if I have more kids and need an SUV.

dislikeFilled Gisselle P.

The uncomfortable part is because the roof of the car is kind of low so if you have children and need to use the back seat for a child's car seat it may be unconventional. If you are taller than average it may be difficult to get in and out easily.

Ranks #3 Luxury Small Cars by Owners

The 2014 Lexus IS has an average owner rating of 4.73 out of 5 which ranks it #3 of 18 other Luxury Small Cars.

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5
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4.84
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4.73

Ranks #8 Luxury Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2014 Lexus IS has a combined MPG of 31 which ranks it #8 of 18 other Luxury Small Cars.

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85 MPG
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45 MPG
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30 MPG

Is The 2014 Lexus IS A Good Car?

Yes. It is fun to drive, handles well, gets decent gas mileage, and has lots of safety features. I have not had an significant maintenance issues (knock on wood).
Jenn K.
Very reliable and powerful handles well and easy to maintain. Luxury interior and stunning look with a race car feel. Has staggered wheels so makes it impossible to ever rotate tires. The sound system... Read More
Justin S.
I appreciate the all wheel drive in snowy and icy conditions. The interior is extremely comfortable and the led headlights are extremely bright.
Brandi S.
Absolutely! I love my Lexus is and think that it is a great vehicle. I do not regret the purchase one bit.
Aly N.
It is absolutely great. The interior is super comfortable. The all wheel drive is super for rainy or snowy days and handles like a dream. The car is extremely quiet and eliminates almost all of the... Read More
Rick D.

How Reliable Is The 2014 Lexus IS?

Thus far, it has been a reliable car. I have not had any mechanical problems with it. The display screen is getting glitchy (rear camera comes on when I am driving forward) and the USB jacks have... Read More
Jenn K.
The only issues I have had with this car are when replacing the tires you have to buy a whole set of four because you can not rotate tires. The vvt (variable balance timing solenoid) went bad at 58000... Read More
Justin S.
My car has been extremely reliable with no known issues. The check engine light did go on, but has since gone off and my next serviced is in 1400 miles.
Brandi S.
I remember when I was researching to buy it, reading that it had above average reliability, at around 3.3 out of 5. My personal experience is that it has been very reliable though and I personally... Read More
Aly N.
I have not had any issues with this car since I purchased it 17 months ago. I purchased it with 16,000 miles and have the dealership service every 5,000 miles as recommended in the owner's manual
Amanda B.

Is The 2014 Lexus IS A Good Value?

I compared several similar vehicles before purchasing the Lexus and found that it was a good value for the power, mileage, and trim.
Jenn K.
For the value the luxury you get is pretty comparable. Note it is the luxury version of a Toyota so the price is comparable to its competitions.
Justin S.
Use, I paid almost $30k for my car. It is not the greatest value but I do believe my car will last me a long time.
Brandi S.
Brand new in 2014 the car cost about 28,000, but now, depending on mileage, can be found for as low as 16,000. I think value is relative, but, it is a luxury car so of course there is going to be some... Read More
Aly N.
The up front cost is a little more than average but the services at every 5,000 rather than 3,000 miles help keep the cost of ownership down.
Rani R.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2014 Lexus is250 oil capacity?

Answer: Would You like to know what the oil capacity is on the 2014 Lexus IS250 The oil capacity on this Lexus IS6.8 US quarts with a filter and 6.6 US quarts without a filter. Well, now You know the oil capacity and...

What's the 2014 lexus is250 wheel bolt pattern?

Answer: The 2014 Lexus IS250 wheel bolt pattern iS5 X4.5''. This part will need to be replaced eventually. You should change Your tires every 30,000 to 50,000 miles or so. You don't want to get into any wrecks on the...

What's the 2014 lexus is250 oil type?

Answer: The 2014 Lexus IS250 oil type is 0w-20. You will run into issues with this fluid at some point. A common problem is an awful burning odor. This needs to be viewed closely as soon as possible or the car might...

What's the 2014 lexus is250 maintenance cost?

Answer: The average cost of maintaining a 2014 Lexus IS 250 falls between $500 and $600. This price can vary dRamatically, depending on the auto shops or dealerships in Your area. Typically, thiS-TYPE of service costs...

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Safety & Reliability

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