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What is the Lexus IS? Over three generations our compact, rear-wheel drive executive saloon became the brand’s best-selling model line in the UK.

  • Lexus model names: what they mean explained

    There is a meaning behind the letters that grace Lexus models. Here we explain what they stand for and how this aligns with the distinct character of each model.

    27 January 202317 September 202339 Comments
  • Lexus IS service intervals: all models covered

    Find out your Lexus IS service intervals with our handy guide about all three generations of Lexus IS, their engines and body styles.

    25 May 20224 April 2023
  • Lexus IS service: all you need to know

    It’s no longer sold new, but a Lexus IS service is still an important piece of maintenance that your local Lexus centre can help you with.

    24 May 20224 April 20236 Comments
  • SEMA 2021

    SEMA 2021: Lexus LCRacer by Gordon Ting stars

    What did Lexus have on display at SEMA 2021? Check out the builds by Lexus USA and tuning enthusiasts that wowed the Vegas crowds.

    8 November 20219 November 2021
  • Lexus steering wheel design: a story of style and safety

    When it comes to Lexus steering wheel design, what goes around rarely comes around, as car journalist Hilton Holloway explains.

    8 September 2020
  • Fourth time in a row: Lexus wins Driver Power Best Manufacturer

    Lexus is acclaimed as the Best Manufacturer for the fourth successive year in the latest Auto Express Driver Power Survey.

    15 April 202018 March 2021
  • Lexus IS F Sport I Blue: upholding a dyeing tradition

    For the 2020 model year, Lexus has revealed a limited edition of the IS F Sport inspired by the ancient Japanese craft of indigo dyeing.

    3 December 20194 April 2023
  • SEMA 2019: from Lexus low riders to Overlanders

    SEMA 2019 played host to a range of Lexus models, from a slammed RC F to a rooftop tent for an off-road-ready GX 460.

    8 November 201921 April 2023
  • History of the Lexus IS

    The history of the Lexus IS, our compact, rear-wheel drive saloon that enjoyed three generations of sales success in the UK market.

    10 September 201917 April 202316 Comments
  • History of Lexus convertibles

    Has the new Lexus LC Convertible concept reignited your passion for luxurious, wind-in-the-hair motoring? Then let’s remember the convertible models Lexus has previously developed.

    15 January 201911 April 202311 Comments
  • Power and control: brought to you by the letter ‘F’

    Our tenth anniversary celebration of ‘F’ begins with a closer look at the efforts invested by chief engineer Yukihiko Yaguchi and the skunk works team behind the 2008 Lexus IS F.

    2 July 201812 November 2022
  • What do Lexus paddle shift switches do?

    Tucked behind the steering wheel of all hybrid Lexus IS, NX, GS, RC and RX models is a pair of silver paddle shift switches. What do they do, and when might you want to use them?

    7 March 201810 November 202222 Comments
  • Lexus named number one in the UK for used cars

    Lexus has claimed an exceptional fourth accolade in this year’s Auto Express Driver Power surveys, being named the nation’s “best brand” for used cars.

    20 September 20174 April 20232 Comments
  • Lexus petrol-electric hybrid leadership

    The potential for electric power to replace the combustion engine is catching many headlines, but did you know that 99% of the cars we sell today are hybrids?

    10 August 20177 November 20222 Comments

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