Lexus IS IS III (XE30, facelift 2020)

Lexus - IS III (XE30, facelift 2020)

Details-
BrandLexus
ModelIS
GenerationIS III (XE30, facelift 2020)
Modification300h (220 Hp) Hybrid AWD e-CVT
Start Of ProductionNovember, 2020 year

Performance

The IS model has a maximum speed of 200 km/h, which is electronically limited. This is equivalent to approximately 124.27 mph.

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Rating
Max Speed200 km/h, Electronically limited 124.27 mph

Body & Dimensions

The IS is a sedan with a 5-seater capacity and a 4-door configuration. It has a length of 4710 mm, width of 1840 mm, height of 1440 mm, and a wheelbase of 2800 mm. The front track is 1580 mm, and the rear track is between 1570-1600 mm. It has a ride height ground clearance of 140 mm and a minimum turning circle of 10.8 m. The front overhang is 875 mm, and the rear overhang is 1035 mm.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4710 mm 185.43 in.
Width1840 mm 72.44 in.
Height1440 mm 56.69 in.
Wheelbase2800 mm 110.24 in.
Front Track1580 mm 62.2 in.
Rear Track1570-1600 mm 61.81 - 62.99 in.
Front Overhang875 mm 34.45 in.
Rear Overhang1035 mm 40.75 in.
Min Turning Circle10.8 m 35.43 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance140 mm 5.51 in.

Fuel Consumption

The IS model is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 6.2 liters per 100 kilometers on the combined WLTP cycle. It has an economy of 37.94 mpg, 45.56 mpg in the UK, and 16.13 km/l. The fuel consumption in urban areas is 6.9 liters per 100 kilometers, with 34.09 mpg, 40.94 mpg in the UK, and 14.49 km/l. The extra-urban fuel consumption is 6 liters per 100 kilometers, with 39.2 mpg, 47.08 mpg in the UK, and 16.67 km/l.

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Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Economy Combined Wltc6.2 l/100 km 37.94 US mpg 45.56 UK mpg 16.13 km/l
Fuel Consumption Economy Urban Wltc6.9 l/100 km 34.09 US mpg 40.94 UK mpg 14.49 km/l
Fuel Consumption Economy Extra Urban Wltc6 l/100 km 39.2 US mpg 47.08 UK mpg 16.67 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The IS model is a Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle (FHEV) with a naturally aspirated 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine producing 178 HP and 221 Nm of torque. It features a 4-speed automatic transmission e-CVT, all-wheel drive (4x4), and a start & stop system. The engine has a compression ratio of 13:1, direct and multi-port manifold injection, and a valvetrain of DOHC, Dual VVT-i.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureFHEV (Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
Power178 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power Per Litre71.4 Hp/l
Torque221 Nm @ 4200-4800 rpm. 163 lb.-ft. @ 4200-4800 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code2AR-FSE
Engine Displacement2493 cm3 152.13 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore90 mm 3.54 in.
Piston Stroke98 mm 3.86 in.
Compression Ratio13:1
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 SP 0W-20 / ILSAC GF-6A
Coolant8 l 8.45 US qt | 7.04 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) and the electric motor permanently drive the four wheels of the car with the ability to work in full electric or mixed mode.
Drive WheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearboxautomatic transmission e-CVT
Front SuspensionCoil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer
System Power220 Hp
Engine SystemsStart & Stop System

Brakes

The IS model features ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes, electric steering, and a steering rack and pinion system. The tires are 235/45 R18 for front and rear, with a 265/35 R19 option for the rear. The car has ABS for anti-lock braking and 8.5J x 18 and 8.5J x 19 wheel rims for the front and rear, with 9.5J x 19 options for the rear. The car's assisting systems include ABS.

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Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs, 334x30 mm
Rear BrakesVentilated discs, 297x18 mm
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Tires SizeFront wheel tires: 235/45 R18; 235/40 R19 Rear wheel tires: 235/45 R18; 235/40 R19; 265/35 R19
Wheel Rims SizeFront wheel rims: 8.5J x 18; 8.5J x 19 Rear wheel rims: 8.5J x 18; 8.5J x 19; 9.5J x 19

Battery - Electric / Hybrid

The IS model features a 230.4 V Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery located under the trunk. It is equipped with a 143 HP electric motor that generates 300 Nm (221.27 lb.-ft.) of torque and is integrated into the transmission. The motor is a synchronous type with the model code 1KM.

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Rating
Battery TechnologyNickel-metal hydride (NiMH)
Battery LocationUnder the trunk
Electric Motor Power143 Hp
Electric Motor Torque300 Nm 221.27 lb.-ft.
Electric Motor LocationIntegrated into the transmission
Electric Motor TypeSynchronous
Electric Motor Model Code1KM
Battery Voltage230.4 V

Weight & Capacity

The IS model has a weight-to-power ratio of 8.1 kg/Hp and 123.6 Hp/tonne, with a kerb weight ranging from 1780-1810 kg (3924.23 - 3990.37 lbs) and a max weight of 2055-2085 kg (4530.5 - 4596.64 lbs). It has a max load capacity of 275 kg (606.27 lbs) and a fuel tank capacity of 66 l (17.44 US gal | 14.52 UK gal). The trunk boot space minimum is 450 l (15.89 cu. ft).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio8.1 kg/Hp, 123.6 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio8.1 kg/Nm, 124.2 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1780-1810 kg 3924.23 - 3990.37 lbs.
Max Weight2055-2085 kg 4530.5 - 4596.64 lbs.
Max Load275 kg 606.27 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum450 l 15.89 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity66 l 17.44 US gal | 14.52 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Lexus - IS III (XE30, facelift 2020)

The length of the IS is 4710 mm (185.43 in.)

The IS has 5 seats

The wheelbase of the IS is 2800 mm (110.24 in.)

The maximum speed of the IS model is 200 km/h, which is electronically limited.

The equivalent speed in miles per hour is approximately 124.27 mph.

The term 'electronically limited' means that the car's speed is restricted by an electronic control unit, rather than by mechanical or physical limitations.

The IS model is a petrol-powered car.

The fuel consumption of the IS model in the combined WLTP cycle is 6.2 liters per 100 kilometers.

The economy of the IS model in the US is 37.94 mpg.

The engine displacement is 2.4 liters (152.13 cu. in.)

The IS model has 4 cylinders

The IS model has direct injection and multi-port manifold injection

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

The IS model has a steering rack and pinion system.

The IS model has 235/45 R18 for front and rear, with a 265/35 R19 option for the rear.

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

The battery is located under the trunk in the IS model.

The IS model has a synchronous electric motor.

The weight-to-power ratio of the IS model is 8.1 kg/Hp.

The max weight of the IS model is 2085 kg (4596.64 lbs).

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