2027 Lexus IS: real cost in California
See the IS on Lexus's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, 350 F SPORT Design · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$47,545the advertised price
Drive away$53,432with fees and tax
Loan payment$826/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,542/moeverything, after resale
$53,432 to drive away + $80,573 to run it for 6 years − $22,998 back at resale = $111,008, or $1,542 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$53,432
Running it, 6 yrs+$80,573
Back at resale−$22,998
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$47,545Feesfreight $1,395 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,480Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$4,407Fuel13,500 mi a year at 22 MPG
+$24,282Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$19,551Maintenanceestimate
+$11,239Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$11,177Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$11,020Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$3,304Resale after 6 years48% of MSRP, you get this back
−$22,998True cost $111,008 ÷ 72 months$1,542 a month
The car
Size and space
BodySedan185.8 in long
Seats5
Cargo10.8 cu ftbehind row 2
Ground clearance5.5 in
Engine and fuel
Engine311 hp premium gas, RWD, AWD
0–60 mph5.2–5.4 sour estimate from power and weight
Fuel economy22 MPGEPA combined
TowingNot published
Tires19"235/40R19
Safety and cover
Crash test✓ 5 of 5 starsNHTSA · see the test ↗
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · every trim
Warranty4 yrspowertrain 6 yrs
Resale at 6 years48% of MSRPaverage for its type
Every trim
All trims: 311 hp, 22 MPG, 5 seats.| 350 F SPORT Design RWD | $47,545 | $53,432 | $111,008 | ✓ $1,542/mo | ✓ Yes | — No |
| 350 F SPORT Design AWD | $49,545 | $55,612 | $113,567 | $1,577/mo | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| 350 F SPORT RWD | $49,845 | $55,939 | $113,896 | $1,582/mo | ✓ Yes | — No |
| 350 F SPORT AWD | $51,845 | $58,119 | $116,161 | $1,613/mo | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| 350 F SPORT Special Appearance Package, RWD | $60,185 | $67,209 | $125,302 | $1,740/mo | — No | — No |
| 350 F SPORT Special Appearance Package, AWD | $61,795 | $68,963 | $127,066 | $1,765/mo | — No | ✓ Yes |
350 F SPORT DesignRWD
✓ $1,542/mo
True cost
350 F SPORT DesignAWD
$1,577/mo
True cost
350 F SPORTRWD
$1,582/mo
True cost
350 F SPORTAWD
$1,613/mo
True cost
350 F SPORTSpecial Appearance Package, RWD
$1,740/mo
True cost
350 F SPORTSpecial Appearance Package, AWD
$1,765/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).Feature
350 F SPORT Design RWD$47,545
350 F SPORT Design AWD$49,545
350 F SPORT RWD$49,845
350 F SPORT AWD$51,845
350 F SPORT Special Appearance Package, RWD$60,185
350 F SPORT Special Appearance Package, AWD$61,795
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
360° camera
✓ 350 F SPORT Design RWD to 350 F SPORT Design AWD
+ $1,100
Parking sensors
✓ 350 F SPORT Design RWD to 350 F SPORT Design AWD
+ $1,100
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
✓ Every trim
Heated steering wheel
✓ Every trim
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Remote start
✓ 350 F SPORT Design RWD to 350 F SPORT Design AWD
Wireless phone charging
✓ 350 F SPORT Design RWD to 350 F SPORT Design AWD
Power driver's seat
✓ Every trim
Memory seat
✓ Every trim
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ 350 F SPORT Design RWD to 350 F SPORT Design AWD
Wireless CarPlay
✓ 350 F SPORT Design RWD to 350 F SPORT Design AWD
Premium sound system
✓
+ $1,120
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓ 350 F SPORT Design RWD to 350 F SPORT Design AWD
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓
✓
✓ from 350 F SPORT Special Appearance Package, AWD
Sunroof
✓ 350 F SPORT Design RWD to 350 F SPORT Design AWD
+ $1,100
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimHands-free drivingHeated rear seatsMassaging seatsPower liftgateBuilt-in navigationHead-up displayTow hitch includedPanoramic roof
Full standard equipment on the 350 F SPORT Design 350 F SPORT Design RWD (28 items)
- Dual-zone climate control
- Electronic parking brake
- NuLuxe interior trim
- SmartAccess with push-button Start/Stop
- Illuminated entry system
- Heated front seats
- Eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat and front passenger's seat and 60/40-split fold-down rear seat
- Heated leather-trimmed steering wheel
- Forged Bamboo Center Console Ornamentation
- Black Geometric interior trim
- Power tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel
- Bi-LED headlamps with daytime running lamps
- LED taillamps
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- F SPORT exterior styling, including unique front and rear bumpers, grille surround, rocker moldings, rear spoiler and rear valance
- Dark Chrome – finish window trim
- Outside mirrors with Dark Chrome trim and auto tilt-down in reverse
- F SPORT 19-in alloy wheels with Black and Machine finish
- Paddle shifters
- Drive Mode Select with Normal and Sport modes
- F SPORT exhaust tips
- Lexus Safety System+ 3.0
- Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- 10 Airbags
- Direct Tire Pressure Monitor System
- Safety Connect with up to 5-year trial
- Service Connect with up to 5-year trial
- Wi-Fi, 4GB with up to 30-day trial
Recalls
We couldn't match the IS in NHTSA's recall records yet, so we can't say whether it has any. Check by VIN at NHTSA ↗
Quick answers
- How much is a 2027 IS in California?
- $53,432 to drive away for the 350 F SPORT Design, from a $47,545 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $826 loan payment, about $1,636 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,542 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- The brand doesn't publish a towing capacity.
Colors
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US prices in US dollars from Lexus's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.