one-year test update

2001 Lexus IS 300 We’d gladly give you a rundown on all the problems we’ve had with our IS—but there’s just nothing to talk about. Zip. The first scheduled service included oil and filter change, fluid check, inspection, tire rotation, and a wash job—all gratis, as part of scheduled maintenance. When focusing on the sedan side of the IS’ sport/sedan equation, the rearseat area comes up a little short, mostly in terms of legroom for taller passengers. But it’s not intended to be a GS or LS, so that’s to be expected. We’ve come to appreciate the interior’s chrome and alloy trim bits; they really keep the cabin from drowning in a sea of black plastic, though some of that plastic is a little hard to the touch. The ergonomics are…

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MotorTrend (Digital) - 1 Issue, August 2001

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