Used 2017 Lexus IS 350 Base for sale 

The Lexus IS 350 is accessible in one trim level, with rear-wheel or all-wheel drive. Rear-wheel-drive models get an eight-speed programmed transmission, and all-wheel drive variations have a six-speed auto. No manual transmission is accessible. These models are estimated at $41,370 and $43,535 individually.

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The sole trim level on offer has a strong supplement of standard gear including keyless passage and start, and so on. Discretionary features are essentially grouped in bundles, with a bunch of things accessible as remain solitary choices. The first-class bundle is the Luxury bundle, which packages together a rearview camera, blind side checking, a warmed guiding wheel, stopping sensors, programmed wipers, leather seats with memory capacity, and wood lodge trim. The rearview camera is accessible independently. There is additionally a Mark Levinson premium sound bundle, a route bundle, and two other littler bundles.

The IS 350 starts at $41,370 with rear-wheel drive and $43,535 with all-wheel drive. It comes with a 3.5-liter V6 engine that makes a maximum power of 306 hp and a maximum torque of 277 lb-ft mated to an automatic transmission.

The power output is plenty and on par with the rivals. It is the only car in the segment with 8-speed automatic transmission and produces a smooth and fairly high amount of power. 

The most powerful one of the competition is the Acura with 301 hp followed by the Lexus with 306 and Cadillac with 304 hp while the Infiniti is the least powerful producing 300 hp. Torque production is almost average in the Lexus but lags far behind the torque produced by segment topper i.e. Infiniti Q50 3.0t Premium (producing 295 lb-ft torque). 

How fast is the Lexus IS 350?

This IS 350 is not as quick as the class equivalents. It achieves 0-60 mph in 5.6 seconds and the transmission shifts smoothly and allows for seamless acceleration. The IS 350 crosses the quarter-mile mark in 13.9 seconds which is among the best times in the segment.

The IS 350 is not at all disappointing at acceleration but expectations increase just because of its higher displacement engine. Although it is very near to the quickest car in the segment, still it is not the quickest. Infiniti Q50 3.0t Premium takes the least time to accelerate to 60 mph from zero. 

How well does the Lexus IS 350 Ride and Handle?

The electric controlling forms exertion that gives a characteristic and direct reaction, yet it needs a road feel, which is imperative if your front tires ever lose hold. The IS neglects to give trust here, basic for energetic driving. Power is more than adequate; however, the eight-speed automatic transmission influences reaction to feeling lazy on occasion. 

Full-throttle downshifts take about one moment to choose the correct rigging, which is too easing back in case you're attempting to escape the way. Indeed, even with the stickier discretionary summer tires, the IS tends to push over the points of confinement of the front tire grasp. Fast directional changes are more to its loving than since quite a while ago, managed corners, so pick your byways in like manner.

Long rides may once in a while turn out to be a bit unhappier for your lower back. It conveys ride quality that joins strong body control with smooth consistency at all the correct circumstances. Knocks and effects are ingested without issue or the marshmallowy drift characteristic of an excessively delicate suspension.

How efficient are the brakes in the Lexus IS 350?

The brake pedal travel is shockingly short and hardened for a Lexus and does not have a feeling of halting force. Despite having huge braking cushions, they appear to flop in controlling the auto when connected in a freeze. This Lexus comes with 13.2-inch brake rotors in the front and 12.2-inch ones at the rear and stops from 60mph to 123 ft.

It is the lightest car in the segment, also Lexus' cars are well when it comes to braking and acceleration but this car disappoints at braking. Lexus IS 350 covers the maximum distance of 123 ft. before coming to halt, whereas the heaviest car of the segment, the Cadillac XTS (weighing 4006 lbs.) covers the least distance of just 116 ft. to come to rest from the same speed.

The fuel economy of this sedan is just average but less than its rivals. The efficiency stats are almost equal to other competitors and despite its heavy engine; it manages to sip as little fuel as its opponents. The Lexus delivers a fuel economy of 19 mpg in the city, 28 mpg on the highway, and a combined efficiency of 22 mpg.

Acura RLX technology Package proves to be the most fuel-efficient sedan giving a combined fuel economy of 20 in the city, 30 on the highway, and a combined efficiency of 25 mpg. The Infiniti has the biggest fuel tank of 20 gallons followed by the Cadillac with 19 gallons and the Acura comes next with an 18.5-gallon tank. The Lexus has the least fuel capacity of 17.4 gallons.

The lodge of the Lexus IS 350 awes with fantastic materials and a basic yet rich outline. Seating facilities are great also, with abundant room in the back and steady front seats. The infotainment framework is outwardly engaging yet hard to utilize because of its unwieldy controllers. Trunk space is better than expected for the class. In any case, the sedan still battles with finding harmony amongst development and complexity. 

The infotainment framework interface needs easy to understand characteristics, and essential glass holder ergonomics are an idea in retrospect to spreading out an outwardly engaging inside. This is a lodge with unremarkable useful ease of use. Great ride comfort and the peaceful quietness of the IS 350's lodge are huge champions in the solace class. 

Despite its smaller outer dimensions, Lexus IS 350 does not feel small when seated in the front row but a significant shortage of space is observed at the rear seats. This can be observed from the above-mentioned data that, people with a long torso may not suffer any inconvenience in sitting at the back but long-legged passengers and people with broad shoulders and back are going to miss what the competition provides. 

For the front seating passengers, there is average headroom and shoulder room but legroom is exceptionally well and best in class, so there is quite a comfortable ride offered for the driver at least. Some of the interior features in the 2017 Lexus IS 350 are:

• Keyless entry and ignition
• Dual-zone climate control
• Premium vinyl upholstery (NuLuxe in Lexus-speak)
• Adaptive cruise control
• Push-button start

2017 Lexus IS 350 Infotainment System

The infotainment system in the IS is controlled by a selector knob on the center console, which is difficult to use. However, other physical controls like climate adjustments are intuitive, and the 7-inch display screen has clear sharp graphics. As for audio, the IS 350 is fitted with a 10-speaker audio system. Satellite radio, Bluetooth connectivity, and voice recognition are also standard features. Every Lexus IS comes with:

• 7-inch display screen
• Voice recognition including Siri Eyes Free
• 10-speakers
• Satellite radio
• Subscription-free traffic and weather service via HD Radio
• An in-dash color multi-information display
• HomeLink
• Bluetooth for audio streaming and phone calls

2017 Lexus IS 350 Cargo Volume

The small trunk that doesn't fold flat and limited interior storage conspire against the Lexus' utility. The Lexus IS has 13.8 cubic feet of trunk space, which is small for the class. Cargo space is hurt by a second row that folds down but doesn't lay flat.

The Cadillac has the highest cargo space available (18.0 cubic feet) and then comes the Acura RLX Technology Package with 14.9 cubic feet of cargo space. Q50 3.0t stands at the bottom of the list offering just 13.5 cubic feet of cargo space.

The Lexus IS 350 has a really aggressive design language and stance. It looks like a predator ready to attack, but not everyone would like the design of this sedan. It’s a love it or hates it car.

This Lexus weighs 3593 lbs which is the lowest in the segment. The Lexus also boasts the segment-best ground clearance of 5.3 inches. 

Lexus IS 350 is the smallest sedan in competition in all aspects (length/width/height) but offers the highest ground clearance of 5.3 inches. The Cadillac XTS is the biggest sedan in terms of length and height, whereas the Acura RLX Technology Package is the widest among them all. Being the shortest in height implies that Lexus lags in headroom but impressive ground clearance assures that your car's bottom won't touch the ground easily. Some of the key exterior features in the 2017 Lexus IS 350 are:

• A sunroof
• Automatic high beams
• Big "spindle" grille
• Revised the headlights, front bumper, and taillight
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Automatic wipers
• Parking sensors
• Rearview camera

The Lexus IS 350 gets a ‘Good’ rating in almost all criteria from IIHS and 4 stars or greater rating in all segments evaluated by NHTSA. Now standard in every Lexus IS is the Lexus Safety System. Strangely, a rear-view camera is not standard equipment, but rather a $350 individual option. Other safety features include 10 standard airbags, ABS, Lane Departure Warning along High-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control. The more advanced safety features include Blind Spot Monitoring and Forward Collision Warning with Automatic Emergency Braking.

• Intuitive Parking Assist
• Backup camera
• Intuitive Parking Assist
• Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert 
• 10 standard airbags
• Lexus Safety System (Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, 
• High-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 
• Intelligent high-beam headlamps 
• Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist)
• Lexus Enform Safety Connect, Service Connect, and Remote app.
• Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking

Lexus IS 350 vs Infiniti Q50 

The Infiniti Q50 is cheaper than Lexus IS 350, has a lower displacement engine, and produces lesser power but more torque (highest in the segment) than its rival. Both the cars are the great rival of each other in terms of acceleration but the Q50 is the fastest sedan (0-60 mph in 5.4 seconds) of the segment and Lexus IS 350 stands at the second position (0-60 mph in 5.4 seconds). 

Among these two cars, Infiniti is more fuel-efficient than its opponent. It is bigger (on the outside and inside) than the Lexus but lags in the front legroom. Cargo space offered in the Q50 is less than that in the IS 350. Thus, between these two cars, Infiniti Q50 is the better choice.

Lexus IS 350 sedan vs Acura RLX 

The Acura RLX is the costliest car in the segment, equipped with the same displacement engine and producing the highest horsepower but a significantly low amount of torque. It is one of the slowest cars in the segment whereas the Lexus IS 350 is one of the quickest. The RLX has the best in class fuel economy and is the widest and bigger than its competition; inside as well as outside. Cargo space is also better than the Lexus. Hence, Acura RLX is the better pick amongst the two.

Lexus IS 350 sedan vs Cadillac XTS

The Cadillac XTS is more expensive than Lexus IS 350 and equipped with the highest displacement (3.6L) engine but still the slowest in the segment. The Cadillac has best in class braking performance; however, its rival is equally poor at it. Both cars have almost equal fuel efficiency. XTS is the biggest car in the competition whereas its rival falls short at this. It is the best when it comes to cargo space as well. Hence, the XTS is a smart choice among the two.

The 2017 Lexus IS 350 is an extraordinary extravagance little auto. Its performance certifications can't exactly coordinate higher-positioned rival vehicles, yet despite everything, you'll have a fabulous time on your regular drive. The IS is likewise one of the more reasonable alternatives in the class, particularly when you consider standard driver help features like pre-impact braking and path keep help. 

Its stellar history of high unwavering quality appraisals and immaculate brand trustworthiness rating means the IS is probably going to keep going you quite a while and give you a couple of issues, making it a considerably more appealing choice. The Lexus IS should be on your shopping list.