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2008 BMW 3-Series

2009 Lexus IS 250

  2008 BMW 3-Series 2dr Cpe RWD Blue 2009 Lexus IS 250
MSRP
$32,700
$31,305
Invoice $30,085 $28,174
MPG
City/Highway
14/30 18/29
Rating 8.6 8.4
Bottomline The 2008 BMW 3-Series sedan has the best overall driving experience in its class and remains the gold standard among mid-size sport sedans. The 2009 Lexus IS gives BMW, Benz, and Infiniti a real challenge, though it's still a little softer than those sedans.
Likes &
Dislikes

Likes:

  • Responsive, smooth, and refined
  • Firm but absorbent ride
  • Nice, supportive front seats

Dislikes:

  • Controls not as straightforward as they could be
  • Wide center console and narrow footwells
  • Backseat space is still too tight for most

Likes:

  • Crisp handling
  • Supple ride
  • Attractive exterior
  • Lexus ownership experience

Dislikes:

  • Crash-test results
  • Rear seat space
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