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2014 Lexus IS 350 RWD

The 2014 Lexus IS 350 RWD is a 306-hp 3.5-liter sedan with an 8-speed automatic w/od, paddle shifters and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $39,615 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

It makes 306 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 277 lb-ft of torque at 4800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).

The IS measures 183.7 inches long on a 110.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,593 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$39,615 ($54,393 *)
MSRP with Destination$40,510 ($55,622 *)
Destination Charge$895
Engine
Engine TypePremium Unleaded V-6, 3.5 L
Displacement3.5 L
Horsepower306 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Torque277 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
Injection TypePort/Direct Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission8-speed automatic w/OD, paddle shifters
1st Gear4.6
2nd Gear2.72
3rd Gear1.86
4th Gear1.46
5th Gear1.23
6th Gear1
7th Gear0.82
8th Gear0.69
Reverse2.18
Final Drive3.13
Fuel Economy
City19 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear SuspensionMulti-link
Brakes
Front Brake Disc13.2 in.
Rear Brake Disc12.2 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 Clearance5.3 in
Cargo Volume13.8 ft³
Curb Weight3,593 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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