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Lexus IS buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Lexus IS costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 78 for sale right now.
Used Lexus IS prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | €36,950 | 72k km | 6 |
| 2020 | €26,950 | 134k km | 6 |
| 2019 | €24,950 | 99k km | 5 |
| 2018 | €22,950 | 111k km | 9 |
| 2017 | €19,950 | 141k km | 10 |
| 2016 | €16,000 | 140k km | 5 |
| 2015 | €14,950 | 195k km | 17 |
| 2014 | €13,750 | 134k km | 8 |
Common Lexus IS problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Hybrid battery age · €800–€2,000
Watch for a red triangle warning. Ask for a hybrid battery health check, and make sure the petrol engine doesn't run constantly.
Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500
Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.
Parts for the Lexus IS
Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsSpark plugsIgnition coils
Before you buy a used Lexus IS
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the last service was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.