Is a 2006 Lexus IS250 a good car?
Capable handling, highly refined, class-leading interior quality, advanced safety technology, optional all-wheel drive. Horsepower is adequate at best, lacks passion and performance of German alternatives, limited rear-seat space.
IS Lexus IS250 a good car?
The average rating is a 4.6 out of 5 stars. The Lexus IS250 Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5. It ranks 7th out of 32 for all car brands. Learn more about Lexus IS250 Reliability Ratings.
What kind of car is the Lexus IS250?
From the Archive: An athletic sports sedan that needs a bit more protein and a real back seat. From the April 2006 issue of Car and Driver. In the hope of attracting more buyers, Lexus last October replaced its sales-lagging sporty-compact IS300 with two cars for 2006, the IS250 and the IS350.
What was the problem with the 2006 Lexus IS 250?
The contact owns a 2006 Lexus Is 250. While driving approximately 30 mph, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine misfired due to carbon build up. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure.
How does stability control work on a Lexus IS250?
Start the car with the hand brake engaged. Press the brake pedal twice and hold. Engage the hand brake twice and hold. Repeat until the “skid lights” appear on the dash. The ABS does not shut off. When the engine is subsequently turned off and then switched back on, the stability control is reactivated.
When did the Lexus ES250 AWD come out?
I previously owned a 1995 Lexus ES300 which I bought from a friend when he bought the 2006 IS250 AWD. I put over 100,000 miles on the ES after I bought it and thoroughly enjoyed that car. But, I have been telling him since he bought the IS that i wanted it when he was ready for his next new Lexus.