The V8 is back: IS 500 F SPORT Performance
05-22-21, 05:23 PM
#571
Lexus Test Driver
Originally Posted by bareyb
That's the best thing about Teslas. No required service, no smog certs, and no stopping for gas. I like coming out to a "full tank" every morning. I see you got the Performance model too, and I'll admit, that kind of power and instant acceleration would be hard to give up.
05-22-21, 05:26 PM
#572
The IS350 was a good car but I wanted something with more power and Lexus just didn't offer what I wanted. If they had an IS500, I may have gone that route. The M3P power is addicting....It's next level performance compared to an Is500 or M340 but it's not a luxury car. It's a premium sports sedan and those that find the is500 attractive may not find the M3P attractive and vice versa. I say if the is500 scratches the itch, go for it as you many never get another chance at a V8.
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05-25-21, 01:05 AM
#577
In one of my cross shopping posts I mentioned the '21 camry hybrid LE which gets 53 miles per gallon. I've been on the camry forums to see if that is just a utopian pipe dream number but it seems that sedan achieves what it claims. I've talked to a number of toyota dealers and have their admirable lowest offers despite the huge inventory issues. I even have my color picked out...
But I just can't get myself to pull the trigger on the smart and economical option. I've decided to wait for the IS Fivehundo to hit market. I figured I'm allowed to make a few bad decisions in my life and this is one of them
Sensible fuel economy is something I've factored out of the consideration. I got the FOMO...
But I just can't get myself to pull the trigger on the smart and economical option. I've decided to wait for the IS Fivehundo to hit market. I figured I'm allowed to make a few bad decisions in my life and this is one of them
Sensible fuel economy is something I've factored out of the consideration. I got the FOMO...
Last edited by Nvicta; 05-25-21 at 08:01 AM.
05-25-21, 08:55 AM
#578
I know this was asked somewhere in this thread and I couldn't find it again...
but are the wheel sizes the same compared to the is350? I have after market wheels (staggered) on my 2015 and was wondering if they'll fit on the is500. any feedback is appreciated!
but are the wheel sizes the same compared to the is350? I have after market wheels (staggered) on my 2015 and was wondering if they'll fit on the is500. any feedback is appreciated!
05-25-21, 11:22 AM
#580
I don't understand much of the MPG and V8 hate. For a V8 sedan the ISF gets remarkable MPG in it's segment. With my 10-30 mile commutes I have aged 19-21mpg for 5 years now and highway MPG ranges from 24-29 mpg even FBO tuned, it's best if I keep it at 50-60 which is fairly easy in many congested or rural parts. Compared to the E92, C63, Chevy SS, CTSV or even the Scat Pack, ISF is on the higher end and it's like 1/3 the reason I bought it since I used to do 30k miles a year but wanted my cake too.
RCF/GSF are a touch lower due to weight, but IS500 should be around same. Now my GX470, I'm lucky to hit 18mpg, but with wife's CT200 50mpg isn't hard, so 20-30mpg for 500hp with that V8 burble is amazing IMO.
RCF/GSF are a touch lower due to weight, but IS500 should be around same. Now my GX470, I'm lucky to hit 18mpg, but with wife's CT200 50mpg isn't hard, so 20-30mpg for 500hp with that V8 burble is amazing IMO.
Last edited by LexusfanVA; 05-25-21 at 11:25 AM.
05-25-21, 02:23 PM
#581
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Well ya see, SOME Tesla owners DO on occasion need service, maintenance, etc, & they say the exact opposite... that the WORST thing about TSLA ownership is if you live in a remote area, then for them, lack of service centers is a huge pain in d'a$$.
Last edited by LaZeR; 05-25-21 at 06:11 PM.
05-25-21, 03:00 PM
#582
Lexus Test Driver
If thats the case, then don't get the Tesla. I would never get any car without a dealership around just in case any warranty issues come up. No car is perfect as I had plenty of warranty issues with my Lexus IS350 over the 5 years I had it.
05-25-21, 06:17 PM
#583
05-25-21, 08:43 PM
#584
Lexus Test Driver
Every car has a chance to break so I still wouldn't get a car without a nearby dealership. Also, ish happens like running over something so having an available dealer is super important
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