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2009 Lexus IS F Quality Review

March 21, 2009

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 7 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

effectively identical to that of the IS 350
Edmunds.com

Two non-folding buckets
Car and Driver

Trunk is “pretty big, considering
Jalopnik

Practical aspects like fit and finish, seating, and interior space aren’t so much on the minds of reviewers as they hotfooted around in the IS-F.

Car and Driver notes that the “two non-folding buckets” that replace the IS 350’s rear seat have a “ski pass-through,” as if Lexus IS-F owners are schussing off to Tahoe on a weekly basis. MotherProof.com feels the Lexus IS-F is “pretty cushy for such a high-performance car.” Edmunds.com says that the “four-passenger interior” is “effectively identical to that of the IS 350,” which TheCarConnection.com reviews separately.

But with overall packaging quite similar to that of the IS sedans, TheCarConnection.com confirms that the IS-F has a roomy trunk, yet is quite skimpy in backseat space; some drivers might also feel limited in headroom.

Ride quality is the key ingredient to comfort in the 2009 Lexus IS-F. Motor Trend succinctly points out the trouble with the harsh-riding Lexus, saying, “From the company that's synonymous with a cloudlike ride comes a suspension that's as cushy as a manhole cover.” But if that or the “pretty big” trunk are the major factors in your shopping process, Jalopnik advises, “don't bother checking your pulse. You're already dead.”

Conclusion

Don’t expect the typically pillowy, quiet Lexus ride in the 2009 IS-F.

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 7 out of 10Expert Quotes:effectively identical to that of the IS 350Edmunds.comTwo non-folding bucketsCar and DriverTrunk is “pretty big, consideringJalopnik Practical aspects like fit and finish, seating, and interior space aren’t so much on the minds of reviewers as they hotfooted around in the IS-F. Car and Driver notes that the “two non-folding buckets” that replace the IS 350’s rear seat have a “ski pass-through,” as if Lexus IS-F owners are schussing off to Tahoe on a weekly basis. MotherProof.com feels the Lexus IS-F is “pretty cushy for such a high-performance car.” Edmunds.com says that the “four-passenger interior” is “effectively identical to that of the IS 350,” which TheCarConnection.com reviews separately. But with overall packaging quite similar to that of the IS sedans, TheCarConnection.com confirms that the IS-F has a roomy trunk, yet is quite skimpy in backseat space; some drivers might also feel limited in headroom. Ride quality is the key ingredient to comfort in the 2009 Lexus IS-F. Motor Trend succinctly points out the trouble with the harsh-riding Lexus, saying, “From the company that's synonymous with a cloudlike ride comes a suspension that's as cushy as a manhole cover.” But if that or the “pretty big” trunk are the major factors in your shopping process, Jalopnik advises, “don't bother checking your pulse. You're already dead.” ConclusionDon’t expect the typically pillowy, quiet Lexus ride in the 2009 IS-F. 2009 LEXUS IS-F STYLING | [7 out of 10] Motor Trend: “street-bruiser look” Jalopnik: engine cover is “Darth Vader's chest plate” Road & Track: “tasteful and appropriate for the flashier image of the car” Edmunds: “gimmicky styling” TheCarConnection.com’s editors determine from ...

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Other Choices:

The Mercedes-Benz C63 has a tad more interior room than the IS-F, and it rides with relative comfort and quiet if you just want to cruise on the freeway. The BMW M3 is still the most focused, tech-savvy choice, with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, and it’s available in either coupe or convertible versions. For those who don’t necessarily need the curve-carving track performance but want superior stoplight abilities, the Jaguar XF Supercharged gives the 2009 Lexus IS-F a run for the money and has an especially classy, awe-inspiring interior.

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