The Lexus IS model has a max speed of 229 km/h (142.29 mph) and a drag coefficient of 0.28, indicating a good balance of speed and aerodynamics.
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Max Speed
229 km/h 142.29 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.28
Body & Dimensions
The Lexus IS is a compact luxury sedan with a length of 4681 mm, width of 2027 mm, and height of 1430 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2799 mm and a minimum turning circle of 10.4 meters. The ride height and ground clearance are 135 mm.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4681 mm 184.29 in.
Width Including Mirrors
2027 mm 79.8 in.
Height
1430 mm 56.3 in.
Wheelbase
2799 mm 110.2 in.
Front Track
1534 mm 60.39 in.
Rear Track
1539 mm 60.59 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.4 m 34.12 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
135 mm 5.31 in.
Width With Mirrors Folded
1811 mm 71.3 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Toyota IS is a fuel-efficient sedan with a combined fuel consumption of 12.3 liters per 100 kilometers, making it a great option for city driving. It also has a decent fuel consumption in extra-urban areas at 10.1 liters per 100 kilometers.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
14.1 l/100 km 16.68 US mpg 20.03 UK mpg 7.09 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
10.1 l/100 km 23.29 US mpg 27.97 UK mpg 9.9 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
12.3 l/100 km 19.12 US mpg 22.97 UK mpg 8.13 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is a Lexus IS with a powerful 3.5L V6 engine, producing 311 horsepower and 376 Nm of torque. The engine is naturally aspirated, with a direct fuel injection system and Dual VVT-i. It is mounted longitudinally and mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission, sending power to the rear wheels. The car has a double wishbone suspension in the front and independent multi-link spring suspension in the rear, with a 9.4L coolant capacity and 5.7L engine oil capacity.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
311 Hp @ 6400 rpm.
Power Per Litre
90 Hp/l
Torque
376 Nm @ 4800 rpm. 277.32 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
2GR-FKS
Engine Displacement
3456 cm3 210.9 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
94 mm 3.7 in.
Piston Stroke
83.1 mm 3.27 in.
Compression Ratio
11.8
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Direct injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC, D-VVT-i
Engine Oil Capacity
5.7 l 6.02 US qt | 5.02 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
0W-20 / API SL, API SM, API SN 0W-20 / ILSAC GF-5
Coolant
9.4 l 9.93 US qt | 8.27 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
8 gears, automatic transmission Direct Shift
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer
Brakes
The car in question is a Lexus IS model. It is equipped with ventilated disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels, and features an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) for improved braking performance. The steering system is a rack and pinion type, with electric power steering for easy maneuverability. The tires are of sizes 225/35 R18, 225/40 R18, and 255/35 R18, with wheel rims of sizes 8J x 18 and 8.5J x 18.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Ventilated discs
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Tires Size
225/35 R18; 225/40 R18; 255/35 R18
Wheel Rims Size
8J x 18; 8.5J x 18
Weight & Capacity
The car in question is a Lexus IS with a weight-to-power ratio of 5.2 kg/Hp (190.8 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 4.3 kg/Nm (230.7 Nm/tonne). The kerb weight of the vehicle is 1630 kg (3593.53 lbs.), with a maximum weight of 2100 kg (4629.71 lbs.) and a maximum load capacity of 470 kg (1036.17 lbs.). The minimum trunk/boot space is 306 l (10.81 cu. ft.), and the fuel tank has a capacity of 66 l (17.44 US gal | 14.52 UK gal).
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Weight To Power Ratio
5.2 kg/Hp, 190.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
4.3 kg/Nm, 230.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1630 kg 3593.53 lbs.
Max Weight
2100 kg 4629.71 lbs.
Max Load
470 kg 1036.17 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
306 l 10.81 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
66 l 17.44 US gal | 14.52 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Lexus - IS III (XE30, facelift 2016)
The Lexus IS has a seating capacity of 5 people.
The length of the Lexus IS is 4681 mm or 184.29 in.
The minimum turning circle of the Lexus IS is 10.4 meters or 34.12 ft.
The max speed of the Lexus IS is 229 km/h (142.29 mph).
The drag coefficient of the Lexus IS is 0.28.
The Lexus IS has a good balance of speed and aerodynamics with a max speed of 229 km/h (142.29 mph) and a drag coefficient of 0.28.
The Toyota IS runs on Petrol (Gasoline)
The Toyota IS has a fuel consumption of 14.1 liters per 100 kilometers in urban areas
The Toyota IS has a fuel consumption of 10.1 liters per 100 kilometers in extra-urban areas
The engine displacement is 3.5L or 3456 cm3.
It has an 8-speed automatic transmission.
It is a rear-wheel drive vehicle.
The car has ventilated disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels.
The car uses a rack and pinion steering system with electric power steering.
The tire sizes are 225/35 R18, 225/40 R18, and 255/35 R18, with wheel rims of sizes 8J x 18 and 8.5J x 18.
The fuel economy of the Lexus IS varies depending on the trim level and transmission. The IS 300 with a manual transmission gets an estimated 22 mpg city and 32 mpg highway, while the IS 350 with an automatic transmission gets an estimated 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.
The Lexus IS comes equipped with a range of safety features, including adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring. It also has a 5-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Yes, the Lexus IS has a towing capacity of up to 1,000 pounds, making it suitable for towing small trailers or boats.
The model of the car is IS.
The weight-to-power ratio of the car is 5.2 kg/Hp (190.8 Hp/tonne).
The minimum trunk/boot space of the car is 306 l (10.81 cu. ft.).
