Difference between Lexus IS250 Basic and Luxury 2008

[Mamamia]

Am intending to buy a 2nd car to replace my wife's BMW 3 series. Shortlisted the IS250... but was wondering what exactly are the differences between the Basic and Luxury model other than the OMV diff of approx SGD$4k.

 

Can someone please shed some light?

[Tansrb]

http://www.sgcarmart.com/new_cars/newcars_compare.php

 

hope this helps :)

 

from the look of it, it'll be better getting the premium version imo.

[Mamamia]

Actually I am buying 2nd hand 2008 model...the 2010 basic vs premium features vary too much....

[MR2SBA]

Yes, for comfort, quality and specs, go for IS250.

My experience with a 325 (2008 model) is so far less than satisfactory.

Go for the Lux version, worth the extra $ new or second hand.

 

Spec in Lux but not in Basic that is really useful:

- auto wiper and rain sensor (even Camry has it...)

- HID with AFS vs halogen (brighter and better reflections of road signs)

- factory fitted park assist (show distant as # of bar in dash)

- auto-tilt side mirror in reverse (very useful, but can get fitted outside for Basic)

- rear sun shade (for hot S'pore weather)

- cruise control (relax drive on NS highway)

- memory seats (3 settings, drivers and passenger, diff setting for wife:))

- power tilt and telescopic steering (set to seat)

 

Others good features ...

- anti-glare chromatic rear view and side mirrors

- wood trim panels

- 14 speaker vs 13 speaker sound system (both not ML set)

- illuminated scuff plate

 

The 2010 Premium comes with reverse camera and sat nav.

Good to have if willing to part with more $.

 

[MissAshley]

OH also the airbags I think it is a difference of 8 and 10 airbags iirc??

[Philips]

Hi

 

Can you recommend me where to change that side mirror to auto-tilt ?

 

Thx.

[MR2SBA]

Read it from Lexus forum....

Quote from Lexus forum, a contribution from Phochem: "Hi guys, i'm from markx forum. For the side mirror auto folding and tilting function there's aftermarket solution to it. Most of the X's have its installed. If only auto fold, ard $80. auto tilit $120. With both $180. Goto GT Auto along Simon Rd look for the boss Ah yuen. Jus let him know those crazy markx owners recommend one"

[Philips]

Thanks, bro

[Sheetal2010]

Just wanted to give you a shout from the valley of the sun, great information. Much appreciated. Thanks for all the comments and supports

[Bighappyjer]

Thanks, bro

i think Ah yuen no longer at simon road, he sms me few months back saying change location but i can't remember where...