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Few nameplates show Lexus changing its mind about sport sedans as clearly as the IS. It began as a compact rear-drive alternative with a straight-six and an eager chassis. It grew into a polished luxury sedan, then survived a market that keeps declaring sedans finished. The result is a story with three core generations, several memorable detours, and a 2026 update that gives the current car another reason to stay. For enthusiasts, the appeal is not one engine or one styling c

The Lexus IS has always been the smaller, sharper Lexus. It was built to give the brand a sport sedan with rear-wheel-drive balance, compact proportions, and enough luxury to feel different from a mainstream performance car.