Is220d Light Power

[grb]

Hi

I've had an IS220d for a few months now and am wondering if there is a problem with the headlights...

When it gets dark and the lights come on the amount of light that they cast seems to be insufficient.

On my wifes 03 plate Laguna more light seems to be produced, and therefore it seems easier to drive.

I know that the headlights on the Lexus are a newer technology - but nevertheless they seem less effective.

Any ideas?

[Bryn]

I must admit I am thinking exactly the same after changing from a 320D BMW with standard headlights the lexus lights seem very dim compared

[scott]

I thought the same tonight on the way home, parked up at the garage and cleaned all lights, still didn't make much difference. The wife's 807 (non HID) knocks spots off the IS220s lights. Perhaps we have low energy light bulbs :)

[Steve ( West Mids )]

By design, the lights throw a flat pattern compared to most other cars. i.e. if you park up against a wall or garage door the beam is flat all the way across. I'm used to seeing them light up thge nearside more wth an aextra traingle on top. This can catch you out on bends on dipped beam as you can't see kerb as far forwars as you need to.

[spikes]

why not try a bulb upgrade

[Bryn]

why not try a bulb upgrade

Am seriously considering doing just that but not sure what I have to choose from, any suggestions?

[Scarlet Pimpernell]

I'm happy enuff, I had an A4 before and the lights were gastly.

[Steve ( West Mids )]

Reminds me I have some of the PIAA bulbs from the group but when I had my IS200, I removed them when I p/ec it. I'll dig those out and see if they fit. Anybody know if they are the same ( I had main & dipped ).