The seats hug you quite nicely and have soft Nuluxe upholstery - my example's seating is finished in Rioja Red, which contrasts nicely with the black surfaces on the dash and headliner. It took me a couple of days to adjust to the step-in height, but it's certainly easy to live with.
#29665 BUMPY ROAD DRIVER#
Starting off, the sedan is pretty low to step into, … which lets both driver and passenger know this is not a family sedan. It's a very comfortable place to be while still offering high levels of driver engagement, and it looks the part, too. While sport sedans today, including some of the others I tested before acquiring an IS, are somewhat watered-down for the most part, this one doesn't make compromises. This IS 300 F Sport has been an absolute pleasure. The exceptional audio quality may ease the pain of living with the controller.
The real prize is the Mark Levinson package and its phenomenal 15-speaker audio system, though it automatically comes with the Navigation package. Lexus also offers a Navigation package that adds a 10.3-inch infotainment screen with the frustrating controller, plus one complimentary year of the Lexus Enform Destination Assist concierge that includes directions from a live agent. The IS 300 F Sport AWD also gets all-season tires as opposed to summer tires on the RWD trim.Īll models can be had with the Comfort package, which includes a power tilt and telescoping steering column, rain-sensing windshield wipers and blind spot monitor. It sends its V6 power to all four wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission instead of the rear-wheel drive's eight-speed. Upgrading to the IS 300 AWD doesn't add many creature comforts, but there are some changes.
#29665 BUMPY ROAD UPGRADE#
Upgrade to the IS 300 F Sport RWD if 18-inch wheels, heated and ventilated front seats, and the tuned suspension are more your thing. Safety is a priority with automatic emergency braking, lane departure alert with steering assist, and adaptive cruise control. The base model also nets you standard equipment such as dual-zone automatic climate control, two front USB ports, Bluetooth connectivity, an eight-speaker audio system and a sunroof. The IS 300 RWD sends its power through an eight-speed automatic transmission that isn't fast but does enhance an already smooth ride.
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