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2014 Lexus IS 250 AWD

The 2014 Lexus IS 250 AWD is a 204-hp 2.5-liter sedan with a 6-speed automatic w/od, paddle shifters and all-wheel drive. It starts at $38,635 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.

It makes 204 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 185 lb-ft of torque at 4800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).

The IS measures 183.7 inches long on a 110.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,649 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$38,635 ($53,048 *)
MSRP with Destination$39,530 ($54,277 *)
Destination Charge$895
Engine
Engine TypePremium Unleaded V-6, 2.5 L
Displacement2.5 L
Horsepower204 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Torque185 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
Injection TypeGasoline Direct Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAWD
Transmission
Transmission6-speed automatic w/OD, paddle shifters
1st Gear3.52
2nd Gear2.04
3rd Gear1.4
4th Gear1
5th Gear0.72
6th Gear0.59
Reverse3.17
Final Drive4.1
Fuel Economy
City20 MPG
Highway27 MPG
Combined23 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear SuspensionMulti-link
Brakes
Front Brake Disc11.6 in.
Rear Brake Disc11.4 in.
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 x 7.5 in.
Wheels Rear17 x 7.5 in.
Tires FrontP225/45R17
Tires RearP225/45R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length183.7 in
Width71.3 in
Height56.3 in
Wheelbase110.2 in
Front Track60.4 in
Rear Track61 in
Ground Clearance5.1 in
Cargo Volume13.8 ft³
Curb Weight3,649 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.2 in
Headroom Rear36.9 in
Legroom Front44.8 in
Legroom Rear32.2 in
Shoulder Room Front55.9 in
Shoulder Room Rear53.4 in
Hip Room Front54.3 in
Hip Room Rear54 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2014 Lexus IS.

12 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2014 Lexus IS

Owner Complaints

12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Lexus IS (1 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System3
Engine3
Unknown Or Other3
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Air Bags1
Latches/Locks/Linkages1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Aug 10, 2026 · Air Bags Crash
“I was in a collision accident where the front of my vehicle was impacted. The airbag did not deploy.”
May 28, 2026 · Electrical System
“See attached document for complaint.”
Apr 27, 2026 · Latches/Locks/Linkages
“Opened hood latch and the mechanism seizes and won’t relatch or close completely causing hood open warning light and chime during driving. Not able to drive on highway for fear of high speed could…”
Nov 19, 2025 · Structure, Unknown Or Other, Visibility/Wiper
“I've owned my 2014 Lexus IS 250 for over 10 years. I've almost always kept my car covered in a garage at work and at home, and I've never had a problem with the dashboard until now. Just last month…”
Oct 1, 2025 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“Fuel pump not reading correct amount of fuel in tank. In order to get correct fuel reading have to disconnect battery for 3 hours and reconnect battery in so I can get an accurate reading.”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2014 LEXUS IS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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