2023 Lexus IS350 F Sport is the best looking performance sedan… but does the performance match?

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  • The 2023 Lexus IS350F Sport is the best looking compact performance luxury sedan… but does the performance match?
    In today’s video I am checking out this brand new and redesigned 2023 Lexus IS350F.Huge thanks to Lexus of Sarasota for making this review possible. You can shop their new and pre-owned inventory at www.lexusofsarasota.com/ or call them at 941-541-2417. The model tested had a base MSRP of $43,760.00 and had the following options installed:
    Panoramic View Monitor, Intuitive parking Assist with Auto Braking $1365
    And Rear Cross Traffic Braking
    Memory package $575
    Power tilt and telescoping steering column and Lexus
    Memory system for driver’s seat, outside mirrors and
    Steering wheel
    Navigation System $1670
    10.3-in Touchscreen Multimedia Display, Lexus
    Enform Dynamic Navigation, Dynamic Voice Command
    Destination AssistTrials.
    Power Tilt and slide Moonroof $1100
    All weather floor liner and trunk tray $320
    Carpet trunk mat $120
    Key glove $25
    Illuminated trunk sill $450
    Illuminated door sills $400
    Cargo net $75
    Total MSRP including Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee $51,035.00
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  • @they_call_me_don9899
    @they_call_me_don9899 Před rokem +10

    I love how modern/old school lexus is with their cars. Unlike a Mercedes with 100 lights inside of your car lol

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před rokem

      Both have some advantages. But you are right 99% wont use most gadgets

    • @MercOne
      @MercOne Před rokem +1

      Modern? How is this interior from 2014 modern? Modern/Old school? What?

  • @bradleysota2669
    @bradleysota2669 Před rokem +2

    Just bought a 2021 exact copy, only difference AWD and no memory seat positions, love the car !

  • @samblinder5385
    @samblinder5385 Před rokem +4

    Nice review Just got one and enjoyed having things explained Thanks I love the car

  • @blu_is500
    @blu_is500 Před rokem +3

    Nice review, thanks for showing us the car!

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před rokem +1

      You are very welcome! Is that your car in profile picture?

    • @blu_is500
      @blu_is500 Před rokem

      @@MattTheCarguy Yep! 2022 IS 500 USB w/Red interior. Coming up on my 1 year anniversary of owning the car. I work from home, but I've wracked up 12K miles anyway! 😍 I love this thing...

  • @hookmasteriii
    @hookmasteriii Před rokem +4

    This will be my next ride !

  • @jolu4294
    @jolu4294 Před rokem

    I'm in Colorado, went to the Lexus dealership yesterday and they had to order this Grecian Water blue 350 from the east coast. Apparently there are only 11 in the inventory in the whole country with this color. Very, very rare.

  • @cloudypac
    @cloudypac Před rokem +2

    I enjoyed watching, thanks!

  • @GarrettPyc-yy7zc
    @GarrettPyc-yy7zc Před rokem +2

    Love my Lexus IS 350 AWD F Sport. I got the Caviar color for exterior and the red interior.

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před rokem

      Sounds like a really nice spec.

    • @pauldichtel6410
      @pauldichtel6410 Před rokem

      How were the negotiations?

    • @aceylaboy9773
      @aceylaboy9773 Před 11 měsíci

      @@pauldichtel6410ain’t no negotiations lmfao buy it or don’t, someone will.

    • @ChanteD1va
      @ChanteD1va Před měsícem

      I want that color combination ❤

  • @ladislaualbert2807
    @ladislaualbert2807 Před 11 měsíci

    Thanks for the review. I have heard Michelin Pilot 4S tires might improve traction?

  • @ak0sijeff
    @ak0sijeff Před 2 měsíci

    My 2023 Lexus IS 350 F Sport RWD has everything, but the handling package.
    Curious if the LSD, adaptive suspension and
    BBS wheels make a huge difference in driving performance?

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před 2 měsíci

      I think it does. You should test drive one since you've been driving one without and have to see for yourself.

  • @manofchaitea6904
    @manofchaitea6904 Před rokem +2

    If Lexus would have made this car about 350 hp, it would have been spot on.

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před rokem

      Good idea! How about turbocharging it and going for 400hp!?

    • @3on4off
      @3on4off Před 8 měsíci

      How about the IS500? Basically the same car with a 472hp V8

  • @nursenessa9998
    @nursenessa9998 Před 11 měsíci

    Does it have a smooth ride or is it jarring going over bumps and cracks in the road?

  • @BH-BH
    @BH-BH Před rokem +2

    I went in to buy the RC F, and they had a IS 500 F Sport sitting next to it - I bought the RC F, but I think the IS 500 is a bit prettier- love the hood especially - beauty of a car.

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před rokem +1

      They both look great ! I would have a hard time deciding.

  • @bj10jgo
    @bj10jgo Před 4 měsíci

    Would you recommend 2024 Lexus IS350 with F sport design or the 2024 BMW 230 wt M sport package?

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před 4 měsíci

      I'll answer it with a question. How long are you planning to keep the vehicle. If you are looking to lease or trade within 2-4 years BMW would be a good choice. I like the driving dynamics of the BMW better than Lexus. But they are not nearly as reliable as Lexus and drop in value faster, so if you want to keep it for a while IS350 F Sport would be my choice.

    • @bj10jgo
      @bj10jgo Před 4 měsíci

      @@MattTheCarguy That was exactly what I was thinking about the quality part... I always owned nothing but Japanese cars (Honda and Acuras mainly) due to its reputation of reliability. But wanted to try a German car. When I test drove the BMW 230, I was surprised how well the performance was and the B48 engine is fairly quick. When I test drove the IS350, it felt smooth and even though it was a bigger engine (V6), i felt the B48 4 cylinder engine was quicker. I am assuming because of the added turbo. The interior of the 230 felt more expensive compared IS350 since they have not updated the interior for a long time. I guess it all boils down to do i want performance vs quality, However, I did hear that BMW quality has improved compared to the past. Also one thing to note is BMW has a 3 year free maintenance while lexus has only 1 year. Very hard to decision to choose.

    • @cvanunen
      @cvanunen Před měsícem

      @@bj10jgoWhat did you end up going with?

    • @bj10jgo
      @bj10jgo Před měsícem

      @@cvanunen None. lol. I could not make up mind so I decided to keep my 2020 Honda Accord 2.0 Sport. I thought about it and didn't have the special feeling like my Accord. Plus if bought any of those luxury brand, my insurance was going to go higher $100.00 so it wasnt worth it in the end.

    • @cvanunen
      @cvanunen Před měsícem

      @@bj10jgo Yeah, plus the 2020 Accord was a really nice design. The new one I’m not loving so much.

  • @3on4off
    @3on4off Před 8 měsíci +1

    I had a 2021 IS350 FSport and was disappointed in the performance but loved the rest of the car, so I traded it in for a 2022 IS500.
    If you like this car and want better performance, get the IS500……ITS WORTH IT.

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před 8 měsíci

      I bet! But its 15K more 😪

    • @3on4off
      @3on4off Před 7 měsíci

      @user-pp2hr5pg9iI’m sorry that I hurt your feelings. 😢

  • @gregbutler4898
    @gregbutler4898 Před rokem

    It irks me that they don't put f sport badges on the back this year. I wonder how much money that saves them.

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před rokem +2

      Probably a whole 50c. Lol

    • @twentyfourstephen
      @twentyfourstephen Před rokem +1

      I thought only the F Sport handling came with that badge. Glad to know that’s not the case 🤣

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před rokem +1

      Only f sport gets badges but on the sides. There used to be one on the back as well.

  • @OscarRamos-ql4io
    @OscarRamos-ql4io Před 9 měsíci

    Should I trade in my 4Runner for this?

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před 9 měsíci

      Both great vehicles yet completely different ! If you dont need that much room go for it!

  • @TheThraxx
    @TheThraxx Před měsícem

    Great car, headroom in the rear is one of the best but the cupholders are the worse, too far back to be of any use, and nowhere to put your stuff. =/

  • @andrewblackmon6251
    @andrewblackmon6251 Před rokem

    The exterior is nice but the interior needs work

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před rokem

      It could use some work to bring it up to speed. Thanks for watching!

  • @gmo709
    @gmo709 Před 5 měsíci

    Analog clock. Ehh. Does it have the shifter manumatic shifting? Yes, i zoomed in on a screen shot. Cost? Haha flooring it in a parking lot. Lol

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před 5 měsíci

      Depending on what you like. And yes you have the ability to manually change gear either on the steering wheel or with the shifter itself.

  • @zachpanyu
    @zachpanyu Před rokem

    *talks about paint*
    *leans on and puts a whole palm print on the hood*

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před rokem +2

      Ohh must have caused unrepairable damage lol

  • @MercOne
    @MercOne Před rokem

    In short, NO it doesn't. The IS350 gets trounced the competition. Lexus is stuck using larger engines to compete with smaller ones because they're using a V6 and V8 from 2006 and 2008. It's gorgeous though. You'd think they'd do something with the outdated interior, but it's still stuck in 2014.

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před rokem

      Drivewise Germans win hands down. I do love Lexus design. As far as interior I dont mind however it is behind the competition. They are playing it safe.

    • @MercOne
      @MercOne Před rokem

      @@MattTheCarguy The interior is just laziness. Being outdated is not playing it safe.

    • @StandardJan
      @StandardJan Před 7 měsíci

      when you mention the outdatedness, do you happen to be talking about the infotainment?

    • @MercOne
      @MercOne Před 7 měsíci

      @@StandardJan The entire car. Features, infotainment, engines, interior, performance. All are years old and behind the competition.

  • @naveenthemachine
    @naveenthemachine Před rokem +1

    The performance isn’t notably better than a v6 Camry.

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před rokem +4

      Numberwise its almost the same at 5.6 0-60 but Lexus being a RWD and much shorter than Camry feels a lot sportier

    • @naveenthemachine
      @naveenthemachine Před rokem

      @@MattTheCarguy it is a bit sportier but it’s not much faster to compensate. The current Camry is sporty for what it is and it’s almost up there with Lexus f sport

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před rokem +11

      @@naveenthemachine have you driven both? Its not about the numbera but about the "feel" . Much different. Push vs pull

    • @heinhtet8956
      @heinhtet8956 Před rokem +7

      you need to drive it to appreciate it. IS350 is very agile, and handling is superb. the engine sound is entirely different. Numbers don't tell the whole story. When I am driving IS350, I feel like everything is a snap tight, precision handling. Very different car from camry.

    • @sesh3508
      @sesh3508 Před rokem +7

      Said someone who has never driven an IS350

  • @Mario.Boudreau.65
    @Mario.Boudreau.65 Před rokem +1

    Awesome car but why why CD PLAYERS in a 2023 car are you out of you’re mind Lexus wake up and take that out please!This is the only reason why I would buy that vehicle CD DECK PLAYERS IS A JOKE FOR 2023

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před rokem

      Haha is that your only beef with this vehicle?

    • @Mario.Boudreau.65
      @Mario.Boudreau.65 Před rokem +1

      Yap the rest is perfect 👍

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před rokem

      👍

    • @hookmasteriii
      @hookmasteriii Před rokem

      I disagree ! It’s fine just the way it is. Should be getting my car within a week from now. Iridium handling package 2023 - IS 350 F-Sport 😀😀😀

    • @MattTheCarguy
      @MattTheCarguy  Před rokem

      @@hookmasteriii Congratulations!