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Old May 23, 2014 | 10:10 AM
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Right now I have a 2001 is300 with 97,000 and I'm really looking to get into a CT I really like the look of it and the MPG is a plus I'm wondering what you guys on club lexus think about going from an is300 to the CT!
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It'll definitely be a change in regards to power. The IS 300 (217hp) has ample and more responsive power whereas the CT (134hp) is a bit slower but makes up in mpg's (43 city/ 40 hwy). Your IS 300 might have more space than the CT. You can fit five people in the CT but more comfortably in the IS 300.

I love my CT and purchased it back on March 2011 and have over 70,000 miles. It's a great daily driver and commuter car. Not only will you save on gas but also maintenance. The CT does have a nice sporty look to it.

If you can, keep the IS 300 and get the CT 200h.

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It'll definitely be a change in regards to power. The IS 300 (217hp) has ample and more responsive power whereas the CT (134hp) is a bit slower but makes up in mpg's (43 city/ 40 hwy). Your IS 300 might have more space than the CT. You can fit five people in the CT but more comfortably in the IS 300. I love my CT and purchased it back on March 2011 and have over 70,000 miles. It's a great daily driver and commuter car. Not only will you save on gas but also maintenance. The CT does have a nice sporty look to it. If you can, keep the IS 300 and get the CT 200h.
I wish i could keep em both but insurance is what kills on these puppies! Haha I'm a college student so ya know MPG is a big plus so ite CT really drew me in the first time I seen it I was amazed at it and then when I found out it was a lexus really fell in love
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The 2001 IS300 is quite small in the back seat. I'd say the CT matches it, or maybe exceeds it.

I assume you don't have the Sport Cross. Then the CT has more cargo space due to folding rear seats, and bigger boot opening.
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