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Fifth Gear Lexus IS review
There is no tougher automotive segment in the world than the compact executive class, which has long since been ruled over by the BMW 3 Series and Audi A4. And the Lexus IS does run its German riv ...

Performance
Review-OnRoad You need to work the 2.5-litre V6 petrol engine hard to extract maximum performance, but it pulls cleanly from low revs and is punchy enough for assured overtaking. Similarly, the di ...

Handling, Braking & Ride Quality
If the CT stumbles in acceleration, it shines in handling. The steering wheel turns with a light touch at low speeds in Eco and Normal mode, but it wanders too much on the highway. Sport mode dial ...