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The Lexus IS500 is a misunderstood gem, offering a naturally aspirated V8 punch in a compact luxury sedan. But is it a ...

The first-generation Lexus IS-F arrived as a shock to the German-dominated supersedan order, a compact four-door that hid a snarling V8 behind a badge better known for quiet hybrids and soft leather.

In the United States, Lexus is among the few traditional carmakers that don't want to abandon the passenger car sector, so back in September 2025, we happily reported on the premium Japanese automaker ...

The Lexus IS 500 Ultimate Edition will be capped at 500 examples for the United States. The high-output sedan uses the 2UR-GSE, a 5.0-liter V8 that makes 472 hp and 395 lb-ft of torque. This Ultimate ...

If you've been putting off the purchase of an eight-cylinder Lexus, time is running out. We've already reported on the discontinuation of the 5.0-powered Lexus IS 500, alongside the Lexus RC F, ...

Lexus is currently celebrating the 25th anniversary of its compact IS sedan arriving in the United States. The Japanese brand ...

V8-powered performance sedans are becoming as rare as a unicorn in today’s market, and soon, they’ll be even harder to find. As the Lexus IS 500 bids farewell to production, the company is treating ...