Lexus IS 250 AWD

20062015 · 10 configurations

Lowest
22
Average
22
Best
23

The Lexus IS 250 AWD has been tested by the EPA across 10 different configurations spanning model years 2006 through 2015. Over this period, the IS 250 AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 22 MPG to 23 MPG, with an overall average of 22 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2015
23
2014
23
2013
23
2012
22
2011
22
2010
22
2009
22
2008
22
2007
22
2006
22

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (IS 250 AWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Lexus IS 250 AWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Lexus Lexus IS-250/300/350/500/200t grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
526
Total Deaths
260

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
12.9%
Fire Occurrence
4.8%
Speeding Involved
26.0%
DUI Involved
22.6%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

79%
Front
14%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes68
Fatalities
31
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2022
Fatal Crashes51
Fatalities
24
Deaths/Crash
0.47
2021
Fatal Crashes82
Fatalities
52
Deaths/Crash
0.63
2020
Fatal Crashes61
Fatalities
32
Deaths/Crash
0.52
2019
Fatal Crashes53
Fatalities
25
Deaths/Crash
0.47
2018
Fatal Crashes64
Fatalities
34
Deaths/Crash
0.53
2017
Fatal Crashes32
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.34
2016
Fatal Crashes53
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.42
2015
Fatal Crashes37
Fatalities
18
Deaths/Crash
0.49
2014
Fatal Crashes25
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.44

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2010
1
2009
1
2006
13
Critical
Moderate
Advisory