2008 Lexus i-Series Sedan

The Lexus IS 250, originally sold under the Toyota Altezza is some markets, is a turbocharged executive vehicle sold by Lexus and produced as a direct competitor to the luxury sports sedans such as the Audi A4, BMW 3-Series, Cadillac CT4, Genesis G70, and Mercedes-Benz C Class. The IS was introduced as a sport model slotted just below the ES models in the Lexus lineup. Lexus is highly reliable, according to Consumer Reports earnings high marks for a smooth ride, advanced technologies and bing one of the most reliable cars on the road. As far as safety, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the Lexus IS an overall safety rating of five out of five stars. The IS is also available in 200, 200t, 250C, 300, 350, and 350F Sport variations. JD Power named the IS the BEST VEHICLE in the entry luxury class in its Initial Quality Survey. The 200t is turbocharged and boasts rapid acceleration hitting 0 to 62 mph in less than seven seconds.