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Reliability Database
Lexus

IS

Midsize Sedan
Best Engine ✅ Recommended (4.1)
3 Generations
14 Engines Rated
2,287 Total Complaints
Engine Ratings
9 recommended 4 caution 1 avoid

Generation Timeline

2001-2005 XE10
2 engines
204 complaints 🔥 4
3.0L 6-cyl ⚠️ Caution (2.6)
→
2006-2013 XE20
8 engines
1,900 complaints 🔥 9 ☠ 3
5.0L 8-cyl ✅ Recommended (3.7)
→
2014-2025 XE30
4 engines
183 complaints 🔥 2
5.0L 8-cyl ✅ Recommended (4.1)
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