2009 Lexus IS 250 Summary

2009 Lexus IS 250

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2009 Lexus IS 250

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MPG City: 18 – 21 Highway: 26 – 29

Available Engines

204-hp, 2.5-liter V-6 (premium)

Transmissions

6-speed manual w/OD
6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual

Average Consumer Rating

(4.6) 14 consumer reviews

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Expert Snapshot

New or Notable

•204-hp, 2.5-liter V-6
•Eight airbags
•Keyless start
•Tilt/telescoping steering wheel
•Optional Pre-Collision System
 

What We Like

+Well-executed electric steering
+Standard electronic stability system
+Safety features
+Premium cabin
 

What We Don't

-Automatic transmission's manual mode
-Backseat doesn't fold
-Backseat a bit small
 
The IS sedan is Lexus' latest attempt to field a sporty four-door that rivals BMW's well-regarded 3 Series. The IS 250 is the only IS to offer optional all-wheel drive; rear-wheel drive is standard. Competitors include the BMW 328i, Audi A4 2.0T and Mercedes-Benz C300; the more powerful IS 350 plays against beefier versions of those same cars.  Read More

2 Available IS 250 Trims

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Standard Equipment & Options

    Original MSRP
Base 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan
See Specs		 $31,305
Base 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan
See Specs		 $34,935
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