Mechanically and stylistically, the new IS does something that no other Japanese
rival has ever seriously attempted... it poses a serious threat to the traditional players in the segment; the 3-Series, C-Class and A4. No doubt we'll all be seeing a lot of this new Lexus soon, as it goes on sale in Canada on October 12th - two days prior to its official launch in the States, with "competitive pricing".
The new IS provides a fresh new alternative within the entry-level luxury scene, and by so doing looks to take the first big chip out of Germany's once seemingly impenetrable armor.
Preliminary Specifications:
Price Range (estimated IS 250 RWD - IS 350 MSRP): $30,000 - $34,000
Body Type: 4-door sedan
Layout: front engine, RWD (opt. AWD)
Engine: 204-hp, 185 lb-ft of torque, 2.5L, 24-valve, DOHC V6
Engine: 306-hp, 277 lb-ft of torque, 3.5L, 24-valve, DOHC V6
Transmission: 6-spd manual (opt. 6-spd automatic)
Performance (estimated IS250/350 0-60 mph): 8.4 / 5.4 seconds
Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS, EBD, BA
Curb Weight (est. IS 250 RWD): 3,455 lbs
Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 180.1 / 70.9 / 56.1 / 107.4 in
Seating Capacity: 5
Cargo Volume: 13.3 cu ft
Web Site: www.lexus.com
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| Mechanically and stylistically, the new IS poses a serious threat to the traditional players in the segment. (Photo: Justin Couture, American Auto Press) |
The new IS provides a fresh new alternative within the entry-level luxury scene, and by so doing looks to take the first big chip out of Germany's once seemingly impenetrable armor.
Preliminary Specifications:
Price Range (estimated IS 250 RWD - IS 350 MSRP): $30,000 - $34,000
Body Type: 4-door sedan
Layout: front engine, RWD (opt. AWD)
Engine: 204-hp, 185 lb-ft of torque, 2.5L, 24-valve, DOHC V6
Engine: 306-hp, 277 lb-ft of torque, 3.5L, 24-valve, DOHC V6
Transmission: 6-spd manual (opt. 6-spd automatic)
Performance (estimated IS250/350 0-60 mph): 8.4 / 5.4 seconds
Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS, EBD, BA
Curb Weight (est. IS 250 RWD): 3,455 lbs
Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 180.1 / 70.9 / 56.1 / 107.4 in
Seating Capacity: 5
Cargo Volume: 13.3 cu ft
Web Site: www.lexus.com
Note: Check out more, larger photos in the gallery
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