The Lexus IS is a high-performance car that can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds and reach a top speed of 232 km/h. Its impressive acceleration and speed make it a great choice for thrill-seekers.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
7.6 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
7.6 sec
Max Speed
232 km/h 144.16 mph
Body & Dimensions
The car is a sedan type IS model with 5 seats and 4 doors. The length of the car is 4486 mm (176.61 in), width is 1720 mm (67.72 in) and height is 1410 mm (55.51 in). The wheelbase is 2670 mm (105.12 in), front track is 1495 mm (58.86 in) and rear track is 1485 mm (58.46 in).
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4486 mm 176.61 in.
Width
1720 mm 67.72 in.
Height
1410 mm 55.51 in.
Wheelbase
2670 mm 105.12 in.
Front Track
1495 mm 58.86 in.
Rear Track
1485 mm 58.46 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Lexus IS is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 13.1 liters per 100 kilometers in urban areas, 10.2 liters per 100 kilometers in extra urban areas, and 11.7 liters per 100 kilometers combined.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
13.1 l/100 km 17.96 US mpg 21.56 UK mpg 7.63 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
10.2 l/100 km 23.06 US mpg 27.69 UK mpg 9.8 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
11.7 l/100 km 20.1 US mpg 24.14 UK mpg 8.55 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car is equipped with a 218 Hp, 2.997L, inline-6, naturally aspirated engine, which generates 295 Nm of torque. The engine features a multi-port fuel injection system, DOHC valvetrain, and a compression ratio of 10.5. The car has a 5-speed automatic transmission and a rear-wheel-drive system. The front and rear suspensions are both double wishbone. The car's oil capacity is 5.5L and uses 5W-30 / API SJ, API SL oil. The coolant capacity is 7.8L. The car's power-to-litre ratio is 72.7 Hp/l.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
218 Hp @ 3800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
72.7 Hp/l
Torque
295 Nm @ 3800 rpm. 217.58 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
2JZ-GE
Engine Displacement
2997 cm3 182.89 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
86 mm 3.39 in.
Piston Stroke
86 mm 3.39 in.
Compression Ratio
10.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
5.5 l 5.81 US qt | 4.84 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-30 / API SJ, API SL
Coolant
7.8 l 8.24 US qt | 6.86 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
5 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Double wishbone
Brakes
The Lexus IS is a luxury sedan with ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear, equipped with ABS for enhanced safety. It features a steering rack and pinion system with hydraulic power steering and 215/45 R17 tires.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
215/45 R17
Weight & Capacity
The Lexus IS is a compact luxury sedan with a weight-to-power ratio of 7.2 kg/Hp and 139.3 Hp/tonne, indicating a good balance between power and weight. It has a kerb weight of 1565 kg and a minimum trunk boot space of 283 l. The fuel tank capacity is 70 l.
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Weight To Power Ratio
7.2 kg/Hp, 139.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
5.3 kg/Nm, 188.5 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1565 kg 3450.23 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
283 l 9.99 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l 18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Lexus - IS I (XE10)
The body type of the car is a Sedan.
The car has 5 seats.
The length of the car is 4486 mm (176.61 in), width is 1720 mm (67.72 in) and height is 1410 mm (55.51 in). The wheelbase is 2670 mm (105.12 in), front track is 1495 mm (58.86 in) and rear track is 1485 mm (58.46 in).
7.6 seconds
232 km/h (144.16 mph)
7.6 seconds
Petrol (Gasoline)
13.1 l/100 km (17.96 US mpg, 21.56 UK mpg, 7.63 km/l)
11.7 l/100 km (20.1 US mpg, 24.14 UK mpg, 8.55 km/l)
The engine layout is front, longitudinal.
The car has a 5-speed automatic transmission.
The engine displacement is 2.997L or 182.89 cu. in.
The Lexus IS has ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear.
The Lexus IS has ABS (Anti-lock braking system) for enhanced safety.
The Lexus IS has a steering rack and pinion system with hydraulic power steering.
The fuel economy of the Lexus IS varies depending on the engine and transmission choice, but it typically ranges from 22-30 mpg in the city and 30-40 mpg on the highway.
Yes, the Lexus IS has a reputation for being a reliable car, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
The Lexus IS comes equipped with a range of safety features, including adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring.
The weight-to-power ratio is 7.2 kg/Hp and 139.3 Hp/tonne.
