Lexus IS IS III (XE30)

Lexus - IS III (XE30)

Details-
BrandLexus
ModelIS
GenerationIS III (XE30)
Modification300h (223 Hp) Hybrid e-CVT
Start Of Production2013
End Of Production2016

Performance

The car specs indicate a relatively quick and powerful vehicle with a top speed of 200 km/h and an acceleration of 0-100 km/h in 8.3 seconds. The drag coefficient range of 0.25-0.26 suggests good aerodynamic efficiency.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh8.3 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph8.3 sec
Max Speed200 km/h 124.27 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.25-0.26

Body & Dimensions

The car is a sedan type IS model with 5 seats and 4 doors. It has a length of 4665 mm (183.66 in.), width of 1810 mm (71.26 in.), and height of 1430 mm (56.3 in.). The wheelbase is 2800 mm (110.24 in.), with a front track of 1535 mm (60.43 in.) and rear track of 1540-1550 mm (61.02 - 60.63 in.). The front overhang is 830 mm (32.68 in.) and rear overhang is 1035 mm (40.75 in.). The minimum turning circle is 10.4 m (34.12 ft.).

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4665 mm 183.66 in.
Width1810 mm 71.26 in.
Width Including Mirrors2027 mm 79.8 in.
Height1430 mm 56.3 in.
Wheelbase2800 mm 110.24 in.
Front Track1535 mm 60.43 in.
Rear Track1540-1550 mm 60.63 - 61.02 in.
Front Overhang830 mm 32.68 in.
Rear Overhang1035 mm 40.75 in.
Min Turning Circle10.4 m 34.12 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The car in question is a petrol (gasoline) model from the IS series with Euro 5 emission standard. The urban fuel economy ranges from 4.4-4.9 l/100 km (53.46 - 48 US mpg, 64.2 - 57.65 UK mpg, 22.73 - 20.41 km/l), extra-urban fuel economy ranges from 4.5-4.9 l/100 km (52.27 - 48 US mpg, 62.77 - 57.65 UK mpg, 22.22 - 20.41 km/l), and the combined fuel economy ranges from 4.3-4.7 l/100 km (54.7 - 50.05 US mpg, 65.69 - 60.1 UK mpg, 23.26 - 21.28 km/l). The CO2 emissions range from 99-109 g/km.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel Consumption Urban Economy Nedc4.4-4.9 l/100 km 53.46 - 48 US mpg 64.2 - 57.65 UK mpg 22.73 - 20.41 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban Economy Nedc4.5-4.9 l/100 km 52.27 - 48 US mpg 62.77 - 57.65 UK mpg 22.22 - 20.41 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined Economy Nedc4.3-4.7 l/100 km 54.7 - 50.05 US mpg 65.69 - 60.1 UK mpg 23.26 - 21.28 km/l
Co2 Emissions Nedc99-109 g/km
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Emission StandardEuro 5

Engine & Transmission

The car in question is a Lexus IS model with a Front, Longitudinal 2AR-FSE engine and FHEV powertrain architecture, producing 181 Hp and 221 Nm of torque. It has a 4-cylinder, inline engine displacing 2494 cm3, with a compression ratio of 13.0 and a DOHC, Dual VVT-i valvetrain. The engine mates to an automatic transmission E-CVT, driving the rear wheels. The vehicle has a 4.5 l oil capacity and an 8.2 l coolant capacity. The drivetrain is a Rear wheel drive, with a Start & Stop System.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureFHEV (Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
Power181 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power Per Litre72.6 Hp/l
Torque221 Nm @ 4200-5400 rpm. 163 lb.-ft. @ 4200-5400 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code2AR-FSE
Engine Displacement2494 cm3 152.19 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore90 mm 3.54 in.
Piston Stroke98 mm 3.86 in.
Compression Ratio13
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDirect injection and Multi-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC, Dual VVT-i
Engine Oil Capacity4.5 l 4.76 US qt | 3.96 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification0W-20 / API SL, API SM, API SN 0W-20 / ILSAC GF-5
Coolant8.2 l 8.66 US qt | 7.21 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the rear wheels of the car with the ability to work in full electric or mixed mode.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearboxautomatic transmission E-CVT
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link suspension
System Power223 Hp
Engine SystemsStart & Stop System

Brakes

The Lexus IS is a well-equipped luxury sedan with advanced safety features, including ABS and electric power steering. It comes with ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes, ensuring efficient braking performance. The car also features a range of tire and wheel rim size options, providing flexibility for different driving conditions.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesVentilated discs
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Tires SizeFront wheel tires: 205/55 R16; 225/45 R17; 225/40 R18 Rear wheel tires: 205/55 R16; 225/45 R17; 255/35 R18
Wheel Rims SizeFront wheel rims: 7J x 16; 7.5J x 17; 8J x 18 Rear wheel rims: 7J x 16; 7.5J x 17; 8.5J x 18

Battery - Electric / Hybrid

The Toyota IS is an electric vehicle with a gross battery capacity of 1.5 kWh, powered by a Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery located under the trunk. It has a maximum speed of 65 km/h (40.39 mph) and an electric motor power of 143 Hp, with a torque of 300 Nm (221.27 lb.-ft.). The electric motor is integrated into the transmission and is of the synchronous type, with a battery voltage of 230.4 V.

Specs-
Rating
Gross Battery Capacity1.5 kWh
Battery TechnologyNickel-metal hydride (NiMH)
Battery LocationUnder the trunk
Max Speed Electric65 km/h 40.39 mph
Electric Motor Power143 Hp
Electric Motor Torque300 Nm 221.27 lb.-ft.
Electric Motor LocationIntegrated into the transmission
Electric Motor TypeSynchronous
Battery Voltage230.4 V

Weight & Capacity

The Lexus IS has a weight-to-power ratio of 7.3 kg/Hp (137.7 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.3 kg/Nm (136.4 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight between 1620-1720 kg (3571.49 - 3791.95 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 2130-2145 kg (4695.85 - 4728.92 lbs.). The car has a trunk/boot space of at least 450 l (15.89 cu. ft.) and a fuel tank capacity of 66 l (17.44 US gal | 14.52 UK gal). The permitted trailer load is 750 kg (1653.47 lbs.) for both braked and unbraked trailers, with a permitted towbar download of 75 kg (165.35 lbs.). The battery weight is 50 kg (110.23 lbs.).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio7.3 kg/Hp, 137.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio7.3 kg/Nm, 136.4 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1620-1720 kg 3571.49 - 3791.95 lbs.
Max Weight2130-2145 kg 4695.85 - 4728.92 lbs.
Max Load425-510 kg 936.96 - 1124.36 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum450 l 15.89 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity66 l 17.44 US gal | 14.52 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent750 kg 1653.47 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes750 kg 1653.47 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download75 kg 165.35 lbs.
Battery Weight50 kg 110.23 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Lexus - IS III (XE30)

The body type of the car is a Sedan.

The car has 5 seats.

The length of the car is 4665 mm (183.66 in.).

The 0-62 mph acceleration time is also 8.3 seconds.

The drag coefficient range is from 0.25 to 0.26.

The maximum speed of the vehicle is 200 km/h (124.27 mph).

This car uses petrol (gasoline) as its fuel type.

The urban fuel economy ranges from 4.4-4.9 l/100 km, extra-urban fuel economy ranges from 4.5-4.9 l/100 km, and the combined fuel economy ranges from 4.3-4.7 l/100 km.

The CO2 emissions range from 99-109 g/km.

The car has a FHEV (Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle) powertrain architecture.

The car has a 2.5L, 4-cylinder, inline engine with a compression ratio of 13.0 and a DOHC, Dual VVT-i valvetrain.

The car has a Rear wheel drive, with a Start & Stop System.

The Lexus IS has ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes.

The Lexus IS has electric power steering.

The Lexus IS has ABS (Anti-lock braking system).

The Toyota IS uses a Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery.

The battery is located under the trunk.

The maximum speed of the Toyota IS is 65 km/h (40.39 mph).

The weight-to-power ratio of the Lexus IS is 7.3 kg/Hp (137.7 Hp/tonne).

The fuel tank capacity of the Lexus IS is 66 l (17.44 US gal | 14.52 UK gal).

The permitted trailer load of the Lexus IS is 750 kg (1653.47 lbs.) for both braked and unbraked trailers.