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another Peter Lyons review, hope it's not a repost

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Old 08-10-05, 11:12 AM
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Default another Peter Lyons review, hope it's not a repost

http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/preview...xus_is250.html

Has some good things to say about how the car drives.
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and the exhaust has even been given a beefy, metallic note for extra sportiness
the German competition should be very worried
Very nice!!! Not much about the driving dynamics, but still good impressions all around. The New IS truly is a quantum leap ahead for Lexus!


First Opinion
Stylish, fast, fun to drive and beautifully made - the new IS has all it needs to tempt customers from German rivals. Bettering the previous car in every way - but keeping Lexus brand values intact - the model has head-turning styling and huge showroom desirability. It's a pity the 3.5-litre V6 isn't coming here, but the 2.5 is superb and makes for a silky smooth tourer.

At a Glance
* You'd expect a high-quality interior from Lexus, but the new IS scores on technology as well, with the infotainment system in the centre consolecontrolled via a touch screen. Keen drivers will appreciate the paddleshifters on the steering wheel, too.
* Engine: 2.5-litre V6, 220bhp
* 0-60mph: 7.3 seconds (est)
* On sale: September (est)
* Price: £25,000 (est)
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Thanx for the link. Too bad they aren't getting the 350 . . .
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Thanks but sorry this is more than a month old.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=168777
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Default Yeah, posted the wrong one. Look at the other post I put up

I don't recall seeing that one here anywhere.
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