Lexus IS350
It was not just the thrill of the Lexus IS350 test car’s V6 performance that sent shivers down my spine as I pressed the accelerator hard to the floor. It was everything else about the car as well. The throaty roar was not allowed to reverberate through the interior of the cabin, however it was still there, although slightly muted it still played its part. The incredible attention to detail went further than just detail, as it is customary with Lexus. The interior styling spoke to me of passion bordering obsession. Everything seemed so smooth, the operation of the electric windows, the soft touch electronic switches, the feedback from the steering. This is Lexus. The dials fed me with information by changing colour, alerting me to car and engine speed, while the paddle shift responded with enthralling alacrity. Lexus go the extra mile and then try to push the limits even further. What that does for you when you buy a Lexus, is it gives you an added sense of precise control.
The sound system and integrated electronics worked with supple ease, no hassling to connect my phone, no confusion about the next step, it all happened logically, providing an added sense of pleasure to the thrilling performance of this, the extension of Lexus’ performance range. To feel the thrill of the IS, take one for a test drive and drive away enamoured.