I'll try to avoid all the drama here but chime in anyway 😁
I'm a new Lexus owner myself and had never driven one before I brought it. I've owned some german cars before but I fell for the looks on my IS300H F-Sport. My thoughts after owning for 4 months:
1. Looks quicker than it goes. Its true it takes time getting used to that smooth yet droney CVT. Some days I think its utter sh*te but other times it feels pokey. I think its just the way you drive it. But Linas is right, its not a rocket. But then you shouldnt buy a hybrid tbh.
2. Standard sound system is rubbish. I wish I'd gone for one with the ML system. I mean I guess its ok but my Mazda3 (2016) had a bose in it so maybe I've set the bar high.
3. Interior build quality is good. Materials however are not great. My one is starting to show wear, shine and threading on the seats whereas I've had a golf with 100,000 and it still looked like new.
4. I've no doubt about the reliability. I have FLSH but in anycase its a toyota and will go on longer than my wife on a bad night.
5. Dont get me started on the outdated infotainment, that stupid mouse thing or the silly temp adjusters.
6. I hate this suspension. On London roads it feels like i'm riding a cart in Rome and wish I'd gone for the Premier.
In summary, the F-Sport is not a sports car, it just looks like one. Like one of those Fiestas with big wheels on it. To truly appreciate this car, and in hindsight, the Premier would be the one. A proper cruiser which suits the badge as well the car itself.
I'm a little heartbroken if im honest and thinking of trading it in for an A5 Sportback. But I do love Toyota's bulletproof engineering. Best in the world no doubt.