Lexus is the premium division of Toyota. Since its foundation in 1989, this brand had the ambition to conquer the American market. It is done since Lexus can be proud of having produced more than 10 million cars in 30 years of existence. Now, Lexus is present all over the world! The IS 200 is a sedan designed to compete with the German models (BMW 3 Series first) and to allow Lexus to be present in Europe. Produced from 1998 to 2005, this model is introduced in 2001 on the US market with a more powerful engine (210hp against 155hp).