[justsomeboi]

Has anyone seen it? I think its gonna be big competition for the TSX.

 

[TSX69]

Similarities

I cannot believe how much they ripped off from the TSX when it comes to the interior. That said, yes there will be competition but the IS will cost more, have a bigger engine & rear wheel drive --- all things that constantly seperate the TSX from the other luxury cars that are similar. Therefore, I do not think it will make that much difference ....

 

[Benz]

When I first looked at it..... It kinda reminded me of the TSX.... even othe rpeople on this and other forum said it too.....but the IS is total diff from TSX.. like FF vs, FR... depends what people wants.....but man....TSX69... i likey your name! Wish I thought of that!

 

[spyguy]

the interior is too similar. Toyota needs to get a little more creative.

 

[ChinchillaX]

:thumbsup:

http://www.tsxclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6154

 

[pocketkiller]

I think it looks great. I love the gauges

 

[TSX 'R' US]

I love it! Could be my next car..unless they build an Acura dealership in my town...

 

[jerome736]

I love it! Could be my next car..unless they build an Acura dealership in my town...

Have to commute for maintainence?

 

[johnej]

of course, he is in puerto rico for 2 months... He has a long ways to commute

 

[robert_tg]

Not digging the rear looks so Mazda-ish, yuck...and lol it's so "FAT" !

 

[johnej]

Just like the corvette back end. That is one of the fattest rearends on a car that I have seen

 

[-phase-]

is it me..or does the steering wheel look really..cheap

 

[pocketkiller]

i don't think anything looks cheap....looks awesome. I think the rear end is similar to the new 3 series butt, but somehow bmw pulled it off better. maybe in person it won't looks so huge.

 

[evolution42]

the wheel only looks cheap because there is no silver backing behind the multi-function controls... i like the subtle grips/bulges at 10-to-2 tho

 

[pocketkiller]

I suppose, but I bet this car has better materials than TSX

Starting prices reported to be 26k. Others report starting price at 30k.

 

[johnej]

but what is the standard equipment.....

 

[pocketkiller]

but what is the standard equipment.....

you're gonna like this...

Std features
Smart Access
Optitron Instrument Cluster
Power Tilt/Telescopic Wheel
Audio, Bluetooth, Voice Activation and Display Controls on Steering Wheel
10-Way power seats with memory for driver and passenger
Wood and Metal trim interior
Dual Zone Auto Climate Control
Mini Plug accessory Connector
Illuminated Scuff Plates on door sills
AM/FM/CD, 13-speaker audio system

Options
Ventilated Seats
Touch Screen-Voice Activated Nav
Mark Levinson
Adaptive Cruise Control
Park Assist
Rain sensing Wipers with Headlamp washers
Power rear sunshade

 

[johnej]

Neat.....

 

[yofoofoo]

Isn't the starting price 31k for 5 sp auto?

 

[johnej]

http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/2005_geneva/0503_lexus_is250/