New Lexus IS for Sale nearFeasterville Trevose, PA

How much does the Lexus IS cost in today's market?

Used Lexus IS prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Lexus IS's current nationwide average price is $29,228, and its year-round low is $24,319.55. That puts the model's pricing in a fairly broad band across generations, with newer examples commanding the highest averages and older ones opening up more affordable entry points.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Lexus IS a good car?

Yes — the Lexus IS is a strong pick if you want a compact luxury sedan with a sporty personality and broad appeal. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Lexus IS for its sporty design, smooth handling, and luxurious interior. Reliability and build quality also come up often, along with the car’s balance of performance and comfort.

Expert reviews rate the 2015 and 2022 models among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs that show up in expert reviews are limited rear-seat space, modest cargo room, and fuel economy that trails the car’s sporty character.

31.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lexus IS models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Lexus IS’s strong build quality, refined feel, and sporty driving character. Review feedback also highlights reliability, comfortable seats, and a premium cabin across the model range.

• Owners rate the Lexus IS between 3.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable when you choose a well-kept example and verify maintenance history.

What should I look for when buying a used Lexus IS?

Across all model years, at 66.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Lexus Safety System+ 3.0
• Infotainment: Lexus Interface infotainment system with a 12.3-inch touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: Regardless of drivetrain, the IS 350 is EPA-rated at 22 mpg combined.

Which Lexus IS trim should I buy?

The 2026 Lexus IS offers these trims:

• F Sport Design: The least expensive trim, giving you the IS 350’s 3.5-liter V6 and the model’s updated look at the entry point.
• F Sport: The best-value trim if you want a sharper setup, since it adds a firmer suspension and can be paired with the optional Handling Package for a limited-slip rear differential, performance-tuned adaptive suspension, and additional driving modes.
• F Sport Special Appearance Package: A limited-production choice for shoppers who want a more distinctive appearance package.

What Lexus IS do most buyers choose?

The Lexus IS years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they offer a wider selection of listings and a strong mix of pricing and deal availability. That makes them easier starting points when you want to compare condition, mileage, and equipment across multiple examples.

What is the Lexus IS's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which is helpful if you’re shopping used and want to see prices easing. A few years are close to flat or slightly higher, showing that some examples are still holding value better than others. Overall, the pattern favors buyers looking for more negotiating room.

The 2015, 2016, and 2022 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2021, 2016, and 2015 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Lexus IS safe?

• 2026: 6/10
• 2022: 8/10
• 2021: 7/10
• 2015: 9/10

For the safest used buy, the 2015 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Lexus IS now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −3.22% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −1.96%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 35.1% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 34.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $42,684. The Lexus IS offers a sporty driving feel, a premium cabin, and a compact luxury-sedan character that has stayed central to the model over time.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The IS 350 has a 3.5-liter V6 engine making 311 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque. Regardless of drivetrain, the IS 350 is EPA-rated at 22 mpg combined.
• Tech: Two 12.3-inch displays greet occupants when they get into the Lexus IS. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard.
• Safety: For 2026, the IS upgrades from the Lexus Safety System+ (LSS+) 2.5 driver-assistance tech to version 3.0, and the list of features is a long one.
• Starting price: Prices range from $46,895 to $63,095, including the $1,345 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2027 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.