The first thing that caught my eye was the IS' beautiful body lines, and aggressive stance. I was also very impressed with how luxurious this vehicle is even though it was an entry-level vehicle in the Lexus line up. From the leather wrapped steering wheel to the two-tone dash and front door panels (my car has the beige interior), everything about the interior seems to be appealing to the eye. No boring center stack here, especially if you have the DVD navigation with rear back-up camera, the screen is plenty large to read the map or radio stations, climate controls and many other on-screen settings. The only two things this vehicle really needs is about 25-35 more hp for the IS250, and more rear seat leg room for passengers over 5'6" or so. If Lexus could do that for the upcoming IS, I may just have to purchase another. The AWD is impecible in the snow especially if you have a good set of snow tires like Bridgestone Blizzaks!

This automobile is all about affordable luxury without sacrificing sports-car feel and performance. When I get behind the wheel, I don't want to leave. The engineering is unique both inside and out. Although it is not a hybrid, which I intended on buying this time, it does have ultra low emissions which makes me feel better about its impact on the environment. I love that it is all wheel drive, making me feel better about driving in NM winter snow. Absolutely fun to drive.

A ton of fun to drive, and it's red :) Very smooth on the road, and it's All Wheel Drive. Gas mileage is about 22 mpg, and on the highway it's about 28 mpg. Interior is cashmere-colored leather.

Great touring car, that had good handling on surface streets. The all-wheel drive (AWD) and rain-sensing wipers are awesome in PacNW. I always thought the Xenon HID headlights were a gimmick, and although I always wondered how effective they are, turning into the direction of the curve, one I drove cars without them I was amazed. Despite great styling, there is a surprisingly large trunk, which has been a bonus. The only negatives/niggles are the real leg room, when tall people are in the front of the car, and the small side mirrors.

I really love this car so far. Drives and accelerates smoothly and is very quiet. The exterior and interior are very luxiorious and sleek. Of course it's not the most powerful (horse power wise) or fastest car, but I don't care to race this car, but it does accelerate very well and is one smooth ride. The interior is very comfortable as well and the seats are both heated and ventilated.