Car Profiles - Lexus IS

LEXUS IS

This IS brought tons of improvements which its predecessor faced, including the very cramped interior. There's high quality interior materials and precise handling but the thrill is still the forte of the Germans. F Sport trim is made available to shake things up.

The Good: Powerful engine

The Bad: Steering isn't to German levels

Price Range: P2,738,000-P3,268,000

Our Rating: ****

Last Update: January 9, 2018

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	IS350 F Sport	IS350
Price	P3,268,000	P2,738,000
Warranty	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	2GR-FSE 3.5 DOHC 24V V6	2GR-FSE 3.5 DOHC 24V V6
Horsepower	306hp @ 6,400rpm	306hp @ 6,400rpm
Torque	375Nm @ 4,800rpm	375Nm @ 4,800rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/95 Octane	Gasoline/95 Octane
Fuel System	Direct Injection	Direct Injection
Transmission	8-Speed Automatic	8-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	66 Liters	66 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,465mm	4,465mm
Width	1,810mm	1,810mm
Height	1,430mm	1,430mm
Wheelbase	2,800mm	2,800mm
Curb Weight	1,555kg	1,555kg
Body Style	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link
Front Brakes	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brakes	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs
Tires	225/35 R18	225/45 R17
Wheels	18 Inch Alloy	17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	8	8
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Vehicle Stability Control and Traction Control	Yes, Vehicle Stability Control and Traction Control
Other Safety Features	Adds: Back Monitor with Guide, Front and Rear Sensors	Vehicle Dynamics Integral Management, Hill Start Assist, Brake Assist, Tire Pressure Monitor System
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front and Rear	Front
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Bi-Xenon HID Headlamps with LED Daytime Running Lights with Auto Levelling and Adaptive Front Light System, Headlamp Washer, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Sun Roof, Mesh Grille, Variable Gear Ratio Steering, Adaptive Variable Suspension	HID Headlamps with LED Daytime Running Lights with Auto Levelling ,
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt and Telescope	Tilt and Telescope
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver and Front Passenger with Memory	Power, Driver and Front Passenger
Seating Material	Leather	Leather
Other Interior Features	10.3-inch TFT LCD Lexus Remote Touch Interface with HDD-Based Navigation, 8-inch TFT LCD Virtual Gauge Display, Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror, Aluminum Pedals	Map Lights, Illuminated Entry System, Power Outlets, Lexus Drive Mode Selector, ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors, Paddle Shifters, Seat Heater and Cooler, Electrostatic Slider Touch Panel AC controls, 10.3-inch TFT LCD Lexus Display Audio with Joystick Controller, Cruise Control
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold, Heat, and Auto Dimming	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold, Rear Windshield Sunshade
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual Zone	Automatic, Dual Zone
Audio System	Lexus Remote Touch with AM/FM/CD/AUX/USB/MP3/Bluetooth and HDD-based Navigation	Lexus Display Audio with AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB and Bluetooth
Speakers	8	8
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio, Telephone, and Cruise Control	Yes, Audio, Telephone, and Cruise Control
Alarm	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes, Smart Key with Push Button Start	Yes, Smart Key with Push Button Start
RIVALS	Audi A4, BMW 3 Series, Mercedes Benz C Class, Volvo S60

See previous generation models of the IS:

Lexus IS (2009-2013)