2001 – 2005 · 2 body styles available
XE10
2006 – 2013 · 2 body styles available
XE20
2014 – 2025 · 1 body style available
XE30
2026 – 2026 · 1 body style available
L10
Body styles
Sedan
Model years
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Four severity levels
CriticalDeal-breakers
MajorCostly soon
CautionKeep an eye on
OKLow concern
Every Squeezed guide sorts findings from Critical to OK, so you see the deal-breakers on the IS before anything else.
Frequently asked questions
What generations of the Lexus IS are there?
XE10 (2001 to 2005); XE20 (2006 to 2013); XE30 (2014 to 2025); L10 (2026 to 2026).
Should I get a pre-purchase inspection on a used Lexus IS?
Yes. A Squeezed guide is the triage before the inspection: it shows what to check and what to ask the seller, so you know which listings are worth a mechanic's time.