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The IS is the smallest and most affordable Lexus. It is very similar in size to its main rivals, the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The IS is offered in four trim levels, 250 rear-wheel drive, 250 four-wheel drive, 350 rear-wheel drive and IS-F. The latter is new this year and powered by a 5.0-litre V8 outputting 416 horsepower. Interior and trunk Access to the front is easy. The seats are very comfortable but some people will find them a bit narrow at thigh level. The driver gets a very good driving position thanks to the tilt and telescoping steering wheel. Legroom is good, but the sunroof limits headroom for tall people. It’s worse on the right, because the passenger seat cannot be lowered as much as the driver’s