Close The Lexus IS Interior Review
The Lexus IS interior is among the most luxurious and advanced in the compact sedan class, boasting high-tech features backed by plush upholstery and premium amenities. Today, we're taking a closer look at the various 2025 Lexus IS luxury sports sedan models to uncover the differences between their cabins.
Arrowhead Lexus welcomes you to join us as we review the 2025 Lexus IS interior in detail. Below, we highlight many of the standout features of this superb luxury car.
2025 Lexus IS Interior at a Glance
- Standard IS amenities are impressive, including dual-zone climate control and an 8-inch touchscreen, with upgrades comprising items like a power moonroof and heated and ventilated front seats
- NuLuxe seating is standard across the board, but color and trim design vary by the model configuration
- The Lexus IS interior has five seats with plenty of front and rear headroom and legroom, complemented by a 10.8 cubic-foot trunk volume
- Discover and compare the Lexus IS 300, IS 350, and IS 500 interiors today at Arrowhead Lexus
Luxury & Technology: Lexus IS Interior Features
Every new Lexus car interior comes loaded with next-level features, ranging from the latest tech gadgetry to upscale amenities only found in proper luxury vehicles. Whether you're considering financing or leasing a Lexus IS, you can enjoy a premium interior designed with you in mind when the deal is done.
The new 2025 IS boasts the model's most advanced interior yet. Its touchscreen multimedia display possesses an interactive and intuitive infotainment system, complete with Apple CarPlay® integration and Android Auto™ compatibility, for seamless syncing to your smartphone. It also has handy Bluetooth® and USB smartphone connectivity.
The available performance-inspired digital instrument cluster features dynamic gauges similar to those found in the legendary Lexus LFA supercar. This display moves in concert with a sliding bezel, adjusting the information presented and creating a fluid and personalized driver interface experience.
The expansive views of the available Panoramic View Monitor are made possible by high-resolution cameras mounted on the front, rear, and sides of the luxury sedan. With a bird's-eye view of your surroundings plus the See-Through View and Moving View settings, you can turn parking and tight, low-speed maneuvering into a simple task.
Refined NuLuxe synthetic leather seating surfaces and interior trim grace the new Lexus IS luxury sedan's cabin as standard equipment. With available heated and ventilated front seats and an optional heated leather-trimmed steering wheel, supreme comfort and luxury are yours.
Now, let's look at the different editions of the 2025 Lexus IS luxury sedan to discover how their interiors compare.
Lexus IS 300 Interior
The Lexus IS 300 is the entry point into this compact luxury sports sedan. However, just because it's the most affordable option within the lineup doesn't mean it lacks luxury.
In fact, the new IS 300 interior is packed with enticing amenities by default. Its Black Metallic interior trim and NuLuxe seating surfaces effortlessly set a luxurious tone. They are complemented by an inviting illuminated entry system.
Other upscale elements of the Lexus IS 300 interior include the following:
- SmartAccess with push-button Start/Stop
- Dual-zone climate control
- Eight-way power-adjustable front seats
- 60/40-split fold-down rear seating
- Lexus Multimedia System with 8-inch touchscreen
- Turbo-boost display
- Bluetooth® and USB smartphone connectivity
- Lexus app
- Voice command
- Paddle shifters
This is only the beginning of the high-end amenities available within the new Lexus IS 300 interior. Other features available as part of various packages comprise upgrades like these:
- Lexus Memory System for driver's seat, outside mirrors, and steering wheel
- Power tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Rear armrest with cupholders
- Power tilt-and-slide moonroof
The Lexus IS 300 interior amenities listed above are also offered as a package, an option, or as standard in other Lexus IS models. A great part of the IS 300 is the option of the F SPORT variants. The IS 300 F SPORT Design and F SPORT Design AWD models add interior features like standard heated front seats and a heated leather-trimmed steering wheel.
Meanwhile, the IS 300 F SPORT and F SPORT AWD trims upgrade to F SPORT-bolstered front seats with heating and ventilation, Black geometric interior trim, a 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat, aluminum sport pedals, and Active Sound Control. The performance-inspired digital instrument cluster is also standard in these two trims, along with a G-force display.
2025 Lexus IS glazed caramel interior
Stepping up to the next line of 2025 Lexus IS models, we get introduced to the IS 350. The new Lexus IS 350 lineup has several trims, starting with the IS 350 F SPORT Design and IS 350 F SPORT Design AWD. Next are the IS 350 F SPORT and IS 350 F SPORT AWD models. The IS 350 F SPORT Design and F SPORT variants mirror the interior amenities found in the IS 300 F SPORT Design and F SPORT models, respectively.
For example, the IS 300 and IS 350 F SPORT Design and F SPORT Design AWD models share cabin amenities like heated front seats and Black Metallic interior trim. The IS 300 and IS 350 F SPORT and F SPORT AWD trims all have an auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink®, Active Sound Control, the performance-inspired digital instrument cluster, and more.
Wondering where the difference lies? It largely comes down to performance. Contact our Lexus dealer in Peoria, AZ, to learn more about the 2025 Lexus IS 300 vs. Lexus IS 350 today.
Lexus IS 500 Interior
For the ultimate expression of power and luxury within the new 2025 Lexus IS lineup, see the IS 500 models.
Starting with the IS 500 F SPORT Performance trim, drivers can enjoy the following Lexus IS 500 interior features as standard equipment:
- F SPORT Performance front door-sill scuff plates
- Embossed interior door trim
- Satin interior trim
- Power tilt-and-slide moonroof
- Intuitive Parking Assist with Auto Braking
Every new 2025 Lexus IS 500 interior also houses the Drive Mode Select system with ECO, Normal, Sport S, Sport S+, and Custom modes to fine-tune every journey, delivering a thrilling or efficiency-enhancing drive; this system is available as a package in the IS 350 F SPORT and F SPORT AWD models. All previous IS editions feature Drive Mode Select with Normal and Sport settings.
Several interior amenities are reserved for the top-trim Lexus IS 500 F SPORT Performance Premium. This high-end model gets elevated standard features, including the following:
- Mark Levinson® 17-speaker premium surround sound system
- 10.3-inch touchscreen with Lexus Multimedia System
- Dynamic Voice Command
- Dynamic Navigation and Destination Assist
- Panoramic View Monitor
New Lexus IS Luxury Sedan Interior Space
While the Lexus IS is classified as a compact luxury car, its interior seats up to five occupants in two rows and offers ample cargo capacity.
With 38.2 inches of front-row headroom and 44.8 inches of front-row legroom, the Lexus IS interior provides the space and comfort that drivers and passengers expect from a Lexus luxury automobile. The backseat passengers have similar measurements to revel in, with 36.9 inches of headroom and 32.2 inches of legroom.
In terms of cargo capacity, the 2025 Lexus IS impresses. In its trunk area, it boasts 10.8 cubic feet of cargo room. For greater cargo-carrying capabilities, you can engage the 60/40-split fold-down rear seat.
Now, let's review the advanced safety systems of the Lexus IS that complement this car's roomy cabin with added on-road peace of mind and confidence.
Lexus IS Safety Systems
The Lexus Safety System+ 2.5 suite of advanced driver-assistance features comes standard in every new IS. This high-tech safety package is designed to monitor, alert, and react to on-road traffic situations with its array of cameras and sensors.
Start to shop new Lexus inventory models at your local Lexus dealer to find the 2025 IS sedan for sale with the following Lexus Safety System+ 2.5 technologies:
- Lane Tracing Assist
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
- Road Sign Assist
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Automatic High Beams
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
You can drive with even more confidence knowing that additional safety systems like a Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and a Direct Tire Pressure Monitor System are also on board as standard equipment.
2025 Lexus IS Interior Colors
Ready to find or custom-build your new Lexus IS? You can choose from several interior colors and trim options depending on the model, including the following:
- Glazed Caramel NuLuxe and Black Metallic trim
- Rioja Red NuLuxe and Black Metallic trim
- Black NuLuxe and Black Metallic trim
- Black NuLuxe and Black open-pore wood trim
- Rioja Red NuLuxe and Black open-pore wood trim
- Glazed Caramel NuLuxe and Black open-pore wood trim
- White NuLuxe and Satin trim
- Circuit Red NuLuxe and Satin trim
- Black NuLuxe and Satin trim
- White NuLuxe and Black geometric trim
- Circuit Red NuLuxe and Black geometric trim
- Black NuLuxe and Black geometric trim
Get started with your upgrade when you lease or finance your new Lexus IS here at Arrowhead Lexus. If you're intrigued by older Lexus models and want to explore a Lexus IS 250 interior, for example, check your Lexus dealer's pre-owned inventory.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Lexus IS Interior
What color is the Parchment interior in the Lexus IS?
The Parchment interior is no longer available in the Lexus IS. If you're looking for a light and bright interior color similar to the previous Parchment interior, consider the Glazed Caramel or White option. You can explore interior color and trim choices for the 2025 Lexus IS here at Arrowhead Lexus. As a reminder, the configurations available may vary depending on the trim.
Do all Lexus IS sedans have the same interior?
No, not all Lexus IS sedans have the same interior. In fact, the interiors of the new 2025 Lexus IS 300, IS 350, and IS 500 models differ in various ways. For instance, they can offer different colors, trims, accents, comfort amenities, and technology features. Shop the latest Lexus IS sedans at our Lexus dealer to see the interiors in person and compare them.
Are the Lexus IS interiors interchangeable?
No, the Lexus IS interiors are not considered interchangeable, as the IS 300, IS 350, and IS 500 models feature slightly different cabin colors, trims, and features. As an example, not all interior color and trim combinations are available in every Lexus IS model. We can help you compare the 2025 Lexus IS interiors by model today to find your preferred style and amenities.
