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Reliability Database
Lexus

IS

Compact Sedan
Best Engine ✅ Recommended (4.1)
3 Generations
14 Engines Rated
1,713 Total Complaints
Engine Ratings
7 recommended 6 caution 1 avoid

Generation Timeline

2001-2005 XE10
3 engines
159 complaints 🔥 4
3.0L 6-cyl ⚠️ Caution (2.3)
→
2006-2013 XE20
6 engines
1,390 complaints 🔥 9 ☠ 3
5.0L 8-cyl ✅ Recommended (3.8)
→
2014-2025 XE30
5 engines
164 complaints 🔥 2
Unknown ✅ Recommended (4.1)
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