Lexus IS Saloon gets an update

Shopping luxury cars should be fun. There should be a lot of research and comparison before you take one for a drive. In that spirit, here’s a review of the 2021 Lexus IS.

The IS saloon has many competitors, including the BMW 3 Series. A new upgrade sees it pull ahead of some competitors in terms of basic driver assistance. There are other categories where it doesn’t match up to rivals. However, whether individual or fleet, new IS drivers will appreciate how well outfitted this car is.

Ownership Costs

The Lexus IS has a turbo four that gives you ample speed without demanding too much petrol. The saloon hybrid is self-charging, and it has a history behind it unlike emerging automotive tech. This is one way that Lexus has established itself as different inside the luxury car world. While other brands are more performance oriented, Lexus has focused on balancing power with fuel economy.

Those who travel for work will be especially appreciative of lower fuel costs. For that matter, it should suit the daily driver not to spend a fortune on the commute. Deals on cars keep costs down at purchase.

Driving Experience

While the Lexus IS isn’t as exciting as the Audi A4, the 2021 reboot has made it more competitive in terms of its driving experience. Handling and steering have been refined, making this rear-wheeled car more fun.

The ride quality also improves thanks to the handling refinements. This is, of course, critical to luxury car ownership. If you aren’t comfortable, why are you paying more for the luxury label? It can be difficult for a small saloon to prevent the bumps from intruding into the cabin, but that’s the effect of the new improvements.

Style Improvements

The Lexus spindle grille has taken some criticism. It seems the designers took this to heart when redesigning the IS. The new front end still has the same grille, but other changes make it part of a more integrated, pleasing whole. The rear end is upgraded as well with more LED lights.

A coupe-like roofline adds to its sports saloon image. The front row has generous space, but like so many cars this size, the backseat is best suited for children. It is nice to have a boot rather than the cargo hold you find on a hatchback.