2016 Lexus IS 200t Update - More Efficient And Faster Too!

Technology is amazing. This Lexus has a smaller engine that is more powerful, making the IS 200t F SPORT faster and more economical than previous V6 it replaces. M.S.R.P. - $45,195.00

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[coureurdebois]

Lexus is killing it, seriously on a roll.

[selerim]

This car is around 20k used, still a badass car consider is RWD 4 cylinder turbocharged, I would prefer this over Camry

[The_Notorious_CRG]

I don't know if you still see notices from these Chris - but here I am more than 4 years later looking to choose from used Lexus automobiles. Thanks for the review of this one...as always great job!!!

[isfiftyslowfsport]

Added the sprint booster that remapped my throttle on my 2012 is250 f-sport and I have no lag, instant acceleration

[blane]

4:03 Judging from the boost meter when you floored it, it looks like the turbo spooled up really quickly. It seemed like most of the delay there was waiting for the automatic transmission to downshift a couple gears.

[KevinNgYoutube]

The high pitch music in the background really ruins this review experience.

[masisb]

I just got this car 2 weeks ago. I love almost everything about it, but the turbo lag is very annoying, especially when merging into the freeway. Other than that this car s great.

[AstralApple]

The background music is groovy n funky.

[theone]

This reminded me of the 80s commercials.. Lmao.. Thabks for sharing

[MrMusicweekly]

Having went from a Saab 9-3 to a IS350 I don't see the big deal with the 6.9 0-60. The saab I owned I had got 6.8. Now when I went from the Saab to the Lexus it didn't feel like a huge power difference despite the nearly 2 second 0-60 difference. The reason being is that the 350 has a very linear smooth torque curve. When the turbo spooled in the saab it felt like a freight train. The saab wasnt a dig monster like the 350, but from a roll, it could mean business. The point of this car isn't solely about performance so don't take it as such and quoting a 0-60 run like its gospel. On top of all this, the 250 was slower so it has been upgraded. Take everything with a grain of salt because I'm certain this would be a great all round car.

[muhammedasher]

Bruh put the car on sports mode and then accelerate! That when its gonna gain power when u instantly push the paddle.

[pedrofernandez]

I like the honesty in your reviews, you don't sugarcoat everything like some other reviewers. Turbo lag at this price point, is not acceptable to me. I like this car, but this powertrain is a deal breaker. I would get another motor.

[fairtrade]

Very well done,
mix of background music and dialog. Congrats.

[kiwiasian]

Glad a reviewer made a point of talking about the turbo lag cos it's really bad when combined with an auto transmission. Some people feel they should have stuck with a 6 speed auto for the 200T to compensate for the lag. 350 is much better when putting around.

[ayooooooob]

great review! planning on getting a base model is200t 2016 for my first car (used)

[tomnamsa]

Thanks for throwing in your review. The IS (F Sport) is definitely a good looking car. Deciding over this or the 2018 Camry XSE V6.

[Bartaloe]

Is it just me, or am I the only one to recognize that this car is equipped with only one turbo and he keeps saying turbo(s) ?? This is a twin scrolling turbo, not twin turbo ;) ;) lol

[robbiefazle]

Good car. I'll see if my local Lexus dealer has it.

[matt_]

Thats the same color and setup I got my wife. I had the Lag at the start but overall the car is great.

[HemiLyfestyle]

Great looking car, it's weird that it's priced at almost 50k, with that price range you have a lot more options. But thanks Chris keep up the great work!!