Auto loans: 2009 Lexus IS

None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.8 to 11.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 10 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.

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Combined
9.8 to 11.8 L/100 km
Recalls
10

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Lexus IS of the 2006 to 2013 generation
Photo: OSX, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo, not one of our cars

For sale

We do not have a 2009 Lexus IS for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.

CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.

2009 Lexus IS specs

2009 Lexus IS powertrains
SpecPowertrain 1Powertrain 2Powertrain 3Powertrain 4
Engine2.5L 6-cylinder2.5L 6-cylinder2.5L 6-cylinder3.5L 6-cylinder
DriveRear-wheel driveAll-wheel driveRear-wheel driveRear-wheel drive
Transmission6-speed automatic6-speed automatic6-speed manual6-speed automatic
FuelPremium gasPremium gasPremium gasPremium gas
City11.2 L/100 km11.8 L/100 km13.1 L/100 km13.1 L/100 km
Highway8.1 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km9.4 L/100 km
Combined9.8 L/100 km10.7 L/100 km11.2 L/100 km11.8 L/100 km
CO₂230 g/km251 g/km263 g/km276 g/km
Cost to drive 100 km$17.15$18.72$19.60$20.65

2009 Lexus IS: every figure

2009 Lexus IS figures by powertrain
FigurePowertrain 1Powertrain 2Powertrain 3Powertrain 4
Displacement2.5 L2.5 L2.5 L3.5 L
Cylinders6666
MPG city (US)21201818
MPG highway (US)29262625
MPG combined (US)24222120
MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure)29262524
Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet)311 L (11 cu ft)311 L (11 cu ft)311 L (11 cu ft)311 L (11 cu ft)
Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices)US$3,400US$3,750US$3,900US$4,100
Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium)$3,430$3,744$3,920$4,130

Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.

What to check when buying the 2009 Lexus IS

  • NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
  • Owners filed 91 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (24), unknown or other (16) and vehicle speed control (16). Have those parts checked before you buy.
2009 Lexus IS recall campaigns
CampaignDateComponentSummary
19V7410002019-10-17air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F, 2007-2012 Yaris and Lexus ES350, 2010-2017 Lexus GX460, 2002-2010...
18V4320002018-06-26fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 and GS450h, 2006-2013 Lexus IS350 and 2010-2014 Lexus IS350C vehicles, equipped with 3.5L V6 2GR-FSE gasoline engines. The diaphragms in the fuel pulsation dampers may harden over time and develop cracks, possibly causing a...
18V0240002018-01-09air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013 Scion xB, Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, 4Runner, Lexus IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, IS-F, and GX460 vehicles sold, ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP (Saipan), and the U.S. VI...
17V0060002017-01-09air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012 Toyota 4Runner, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, Yaris, Scion xB, Lexus ES350, GX460, IS-F, IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, and Lexus LFA vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii,...
16V3400002016-05-23air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Scion xB and Lexus IS F, 2009-2011 Toyota Corolla and Corolla Matrix, 2006-2011 Toyota Yaris, Lexus IS250 and Lexus IS350, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, Lexus IS250C, Lexus IS350C and Lexus GX460, 2011 Sienna, 2007-2011 Lexus...
14V6470002014-10-15fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Lexus LS vehicles manufactured May 9, 2006, to July 20, 2010, 2006-2011 Lexus GS vehicles manufactured January 6, 2005, to September 10, 2010, and 2006-2011 Lexus IS vehicles manufactured August 30, 2005, to September 10,...
13V3950002013-09-04engineToyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 vehicles manufactured June 19, 2006, through July 12, 2011; and model year 2006-2011 Lexus IS350 vehicles manufactured May 27, 2005, through July 13, 2011; and model year 2010-2011 Lexus IS350c vehicles manufactured November 25, 2009, through July 19,...
13V0300002013-01-30visibility/wiperToyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Lexus IS250 and IS350 vehicles manufactured August 23, 2005, through October 5, 2011; 2010-2012 Lexus IS250C and IS350C vehicles manufactured April 10, 2009, through October 6, 2011; and 2008-2011 Lexus IS-F vehicles manufactured December 14, 2007, through July 10,...
11V0290002011-01-26fuel system, gasoline:deliveryTOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 LEXUS IS AND MODEL YEAR 2006-2007 LEXUS GS VEHICLES. DUE TO INSUFFICIENT TIGHTENING OF THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR CONNECTED TO AN ENGINE FUEL DELIVERY PIPE WITH NICKEL PHOSPHORUS PLATING, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT, OVER TIME, THE PRESSURE SENSOR COULD LOOSEN. IF...
09V3880002009-10-05vehicle speed control:accelerator pedalTOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL CAN GET STUCK IN THE WIDE OPEN POSITION DUE TO ITS BEING TRAPPED BY AN UNSECURED OR INCOMPATIBLE DRIVER'S FLOOR MAT.

Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.

Buying the 2009 Lexus IS

CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2009 Lexus IS for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Here is the 2009 Lexus IS for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.

Recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Owners filed 91 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags, unknown or other and vehicle speed control; have those parts checked.

Specs, explained

Power: the 2.5L 6-cylinder; drive: rear-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.

The EPA rates it at 9.8 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 29 litres. Expect about $17.15 per 100 km at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,400 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.

Who rents the IS

It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits commuters, couples and business trips.

Size and space

As a small car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. The trunk holds 311 litres by the EPA's count: about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.

A longer test drive

Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Rent the IS for a week and see how it fits your life. A test week in the IS tells you more than any review.

Choosing the right one

Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.

Running costs

A 1,000 km month costs roughly $171.50 at our price setting. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.

Next step

Send a request to rent the model first, or ask us what we can do.

Rent it for a week before you buy

A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2009 Lexus IS from us first.

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Ask us about the 2009 Lexus IS

Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2009 Lexus IS for you and reply within one business day.

CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.

Buying the 2009 Lexus IS

Does CarmaCars sell the 2009 Lexus IS?

Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.

Can I rent a 2009 Lexus IS before I buy one?

Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.

Does the 2009 Lexus IS have recalls?

NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.

What does the 2009 Lexus IS cost in fuel a year?

EPA puts it at US$3,400 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3430.00.

Where do the figures come from?

Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.