I think the price on the high end went up by at least $5k. I can't remember any build where i hit the $57k that the new one hits. Getting kinda pricey for a refresh.

 

The old '20 IS configurator is still on Autobytel:

https://www.autobytel.com/lexus/is-3.../configurator/

Barring the accessories, I can barely get it over $53K, and it comes with more available options like memory seats.

I'm not sure what justifies Lexus charging an extra $4K from the current model- that's the kind of price bump I would expect for a complete redesign, not a mere skin graft with some mild suspension and chassis tweaks.

 

Because Lexus included a new package that was not available on last years model - the Dynamic Handling Package which is a $4,300 option. If you don't include the DH Package in your build it's roughly the same top end price as last year's top end price for an F-Sport not including accessories.

 

There's nothing in the DH package that isn't available on the pre-refresh model aside from 19' wheels and some carbon fiber accents. Things like AVS and Torsen LSD were standard on the F-Sport trims pre-refresh.

 

I'm conflicted. Here is a link to the 2019 Lexus IS Press Kit stating otherwise.

https://pressroom.lexus.com/2019-lexus-is-press-kit/

"The Added Edge of F SPORT
Available on all IS models, the F SPORT package heightens the handling capabilities with unique suspension tuning, 18-inch wheels (with black lug nuts) and tires and an optional Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) on IS 350 models. A TORSEN® limited-slip rear differential is also available on rear-wheel drive IS 350 models"

 

From the 2020 Brochure:




https://www.lexus.com/documents/broc...S-Brochure.pdf

 

​​​​​​ If the vents are round make them rectangles. If they're rectangles make them round.

 

They are now charging $425 for Eminent White, one of the most popular IS colors. Should bring in more dough for the brand, without actually saying they raised prices. Curious if the color gets an upcharge on all their other models.

 

Interestingly, they are making the Grecian Water Blue available on the F-Sport, along with Ultrasonic Blue. That's two very similar medium blues for one model. Quite unheard of for any brand, but I've always said there is a lack of sporty blues in this segment. However, I predict one will be cancelled within a year or two.

My biggest complaint at the moment lends to the interior color options for the F-Sport. Taking away the elegant and rich Rioja Red leaves us with three mediocre choices. The all black is boring and dreary, the Circuit red is too flashy and obnoxious, and the white will be nearly impossible to keep clean. A beige, caramel, or flaxen, along with the Rioja, would have been welcomed choices for the F-Sport.

 

^^ I wouldn't mind the circuit red had they not done the lower portion of teh dash, the armrest and the bottoms half of the door including the speaker grill - If I go with the 2021 IS350 F Sport, I will go white interior, love the contrast

 

Agreed. Circuit red imo is better than Rioja red, but the they over did it.

I don't think I'd get red anyway, I find it doesn't age well. I've seen Rioja red after 5yrs and I didn't like the way it looked.....plus its more on the burgundy side of red.....not a fan.

 

The reason is because this person added the F Sport Handling Pkg (new for 2021) and that costs $4200.00, easy for the MSRP to go upwards with that option.
The dealer is offering 1.5% off MSRP That's only about $825. on a $55K IS 350 F Sport
They are not offering any other incentive, no Lexus loyalty discount.
I'm assuming by next year summer will see more discounts.
The dealer also said dealerships are getting very limited runs of the IS350 F Sport to start.

 

I also agree that for this price the car should come with memory seats, power folding mirrors would be a bonus.
However I'm really surprised that you can't order the triple beam headlights with the "adaptive" feature where the lights follow the corner of the road. BMW has offered that option for over 10 yrs.

Does anyone know what the illuminated trunk sill for $450.00 is? Is that a new option, what in the trunk would be illuminated?

 

Yes, I am interested to see the difference between the blues in person. I hope Grecian looks like Vortex Blue that the NX used to have. You can pair the caramel with Grecian, if you don’t mind staying with the 300. In the 20’s, you could get chateau interior with USB in the F-Sport, which was a very nice pairing. I agree with all of your thoughts above.

 

Apologies if this has been addressed... I haven't finished reading this thread, but have they updated/redone the informant system from the previous gen?