The 2014 Lexus IS sedan's redesign helps it keep pace with class rivals. The carryover engines means that the new IS doesn't leapfrog any of its competitors in terms of performance or fuel [...]
Rival BMW 3-Series and Audi A4 models have "built for the autobahn" cachet and deliver greater ultimate dynamic ability. Even so, the IS 300s offer sporty driving fun Lexus-style, and that's [...]
The GX 470 is roomier than an Infiniti FX or BMW's X5, though not as sporty. More modern than the Mercedes-Benz M-Class, it's no larger inside. The quality and red-carpet dealer service [...]
The RX 300 spawned many imitators, some of which remain better dollar value in absolute terms. But like the original, the RX 330 and RX 400h quickly earned our Best Buy endorsement for their [...]
Much more than a glorified Camry, the ES 250/300 helped Lexus maintain a solid image in the luxury car market. Particularly in ES 300 form, this Lexus feels and behaves like the costlier, more [...]
Ride quality over sharp bumps is disappointing, and hiding secondary controls in a drop-down dashboard pod is counterproductive. Otherwise, each GS is comfortable, cultured, and competent. [...]
The LS 400 is softer and a little more luxurious than rivals from both Europe and Japan. All told, it comes mighty close to premium-sedan perfection, but prices remain high for nice examples...
Impressive as the original LS 400 turned out to be, the latest rendition is even better. Workmanship? Simply excellent. Refinement? Exceptional. Expensive? Of course. Like many items of true [...]
In 2007, Lexus took a two-pronged approach to the premium midsize car market. The company pointed its trimmer, tauter IS model toward the performance end, and aimed the bigger, more comfortable [...]
This deft-handling, if expensive, premium sedan is definitely worth a look. But before buying, also consider the BMW 3-Series or 5-Series, Infiniti J30, Cadillac Seville, and Mercedes-Benz [...]
