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Lexus IS.

The compact sport sedan that still offers a naturally aspirated V8. Freshened styling and tech keep it in the fight with the Germans.

By The Broker Black · Updated September 30, 2026

About $41K*
Starting price (MSRP), base model
up to ~31 mpg
Fuel economy
5
Seats
241-472 hp
Power

IS trims.

IS 300The entry point: turbo power, RWD, full safety suite. AWD swaps in a V6.
IS 350 F Sport311 hp V6 with sport suspension, aggressive styling, and available adaptive dampers.
IS 500 F Sport PerformanceThe special one: 472 hp 5.0L V8, one of the last of its kind anywhere.

A Lexus IS, on your numbers.

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An estimate on the numbers you type, not an offer of credit or a quote from any dealership. Starting loan rates are the average new-car APR for each credit tier (used-car APR for a used car) from Experian's State of the Automotive Finance Market, second quarter 2026, VantageScore 4.0. The starting money factor, residual, and acquisition fee are starting figures only; the leasing company sets the real ones. Taxes and state fees are estimates for Arizona; the dealership's paperwork and your motor vehicle agency have the final numbers. What you own at the end assumes the car is worth the residual. Nothing you type is sent, saved, or used to check your credit.

Taxes and fees at the starting price.*

Registered inSales taxTitle, registration, and state fees
Phoenix, AZ$3,518 (8.6%)$720
Las Vegas, NV$3,434 (8.4%)$779
Los Angeles, CA$3,998 (9.8%)$635
Every new Lexus carries a 4 year / 50,000 mile basic warranty and 6 year / 70,000 mile powertrain coverage, plus the first two scheduled maintenance services complimentary (at 6 months / 5,000 miles and 12 months / 10,000 miles).

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Questions.

How much does the Lexus IS cost?

The Lexus IS starts around $41K, the manufacturer's suggested price for the base model before options and destination. Plus each dealership's own documentary fee (not a government fee), taxes, and government fees. Higher trims cost more; the IS 500 F Sport Performance tops the range.

What trims does the Lexus IS come in?

Three: IS 300, IS 350 F Sport, and IS 500 F Sport Performance.

What gas mileage does the Lexus IS get?

Up to ~31 mpg, depending on the trim and powertrain, per the manufacturer's published figures.

How many seats does the Lexus IS have?

5.

Should I lease or buy a Lexus IS?

It depends on how long you will keep it and how far you drive. Type the price you agreed on into the calculator above and compare the lease and the loan over the same months, with your state's taxes and your own credit tier.