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Lexus IS 300 H buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Lexus IS 300 H costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 64 for sale right now.
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Our take on the Lexus IS 300 H
A 2023 Lexus IS 300 H typically advertises at €42,000 and a 2017 one at €21,950, so it loses roughly 10% of its value a year at that age. It's sold here mainly as a petrol. The 2.5 hybrid is the most common engine (100% of those with a known engine), and it usually lasts around 400k km.
Check a Lexus IS 300 H's priceNCT pass rate by year
Used Lexus IS 300 H prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | €42,000 | 37k km | 5 |
| 2021 | €35,000 | 60k km | 8 |
| 2020 | €28,950 | 119k km | 8 |
| 2019 | €24,950 | 99k km | 6 |
| 2017 | €21,950 | 141k km | 9 |
| 2016 | €19,900 | 130k km | 5 |
| 2015 | €15,950 | 180k km | 9 |
| 2014 | €13,750 | 134k km | 5 |
Lexus IS 300 H NCT pass rate
How often Lexus IS 300 Hs pass their NCT first time, compared with other cars the same year (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | Other cars, same year | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 79% | 74% |
Most common reasons a 2018 Lexus IS 300 H fails: wheels & tyres (12.5% of tests, more than most cars), safety equipment (2.1% of tests), lights & electrics (2.1% of tests), chassis & body (rust) (2.1% of tests, more than most cars).
Common Lexus IS 300 H problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500
Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 Hybrid | ~400k km | ~€270 | 48 |
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Lexus IS 300 H
Parts from AUTODOC Ireland: pick your car on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming chain kitsShock absorbersWheel bearingsTrack rod endsFiltersWiper bladesHeadlight bulbsSpark plugsIgnition coils
Quick bits on Amazon
Faster delivery for small things.
Wiper bladesBulbsBatteryOBD2 fault code readerJump starter
Before you buy a used Lexus IS 300 H
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the last service was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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