The 2021 Lexus IS350 F Sport is a vehicle among the turbocharged sport sedans. However, it is distinct due to the testified practicality, impressive build quality, strong dimensions and an excellent naturally aspirated V6 engine. For many buyers, these perks are all they need. If you want to buy used cars in UAE, check out CarSwitch website.
Exterior
When it comes to the style, a few changes have been made to revitalize the corroding 2021 Lexus IS. It is definitely a good looking car
However, at the front, the angles and lines can make it look too occupied. Even though it has been made wider and longer, the freshened Lexus IS is a familiar style. The mesh hourglass grille design is joined with the checkmark LED running lights sitting at the top.
This forms a belt on the grille design and seems to widen a more proportionate athletic hood. As new additions, lower air intakes, grille design and side mirrors are given. There is another checkmark which causes a crease at the lower sides prior to elevating to the trunk. This is the area where most of the exterior changes can be seen.
A lip or shelf on top of one rear light is created by the deck lid. This detail goes from one tail light to another. These are also similar to checkmarks. The entire exterior change is finished with a dual exhaust pipe style and a new black diffuser.
Inside the Lexus IS350 F Sport, the horizontal dashboard graces the new touchscreen. It spreads over to the wide and low profile having attractive circular vents on the outside. At the middle, it becomes a bit occupied due to the dials, buttons, and a temperature climate control slider which is bigger for an improved feel.
Fortunately, the touchpad is a replacement for the unappealing controller but still, there is an anachronistic analog clock underneath the touchscreen. This shows the improvement journey of Lexus.
Performance
Even though there are two trims now, the same 3 engines are found. The two trim levels are fueled by the 3.5 liter V6 engine which delivers 311 hp and 280 pound feet of torque. These models arrive with the aerodynamic and cosmetic updates exclusively for F Sport.
If you want to experience the complete F Sport feel, the Dynamic Handling Package worth $4,200 should be added. This package includes 19 inches of forged alloy BBS wheels and adaptive dampers. Both the drive and performance are refined.
The acceleration is brisk and a rear wheel drive is given as the standard. For an additional $2,000, the all wheel drive can be added. If you are wondering which trim is the fastest, it would be the rear wheel drive which pummels through the 0 to 60 mph in only 5.6 seconds. This top speed is identical to the standard BMW 330i. What is truly satisfying is the sound and utility of the free breathing V6 engine.
The standard IS300 enabled with the rear wheel drive is equipped with a turbocharged 4 cylinder 2 liter engine which pumps out 241 hp and 258 pound feet of torque. The top speed gained by this standard model is 6.9 seconds. It is fast but stable at the same time. The precision and balance are impressive. The three modes of Eco, Sport and Comfort are different in the throttle response and daily usability. If you want generous thrills and modest exposure, the IS300 is the best choice.
A wide variety of features
There are two trim levels available for the 2021 Lexus IS350 C Sport along with some optional packages. Both of the packages have a high warranty and high quality basic equipment. The infotainment system is refined which improves the steadfast gripe.
As for the standard 8 inches screen, it has now been reshaped into a touchscreen which is 5.5 inches nearer to the driver seat. In the place of the rough belt buckle controller, a touchpad has been given. Almost all of the important information can be easily viewed via the touchscreen, voice commands, touchpad and steering wheel controls.
The Amazon Alexa, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto interfaces are added in the standard features. Although the 10.3 inches touchscreen is attractive, the layout and menu icons are not truly intuitive.
