First Drive of the Redesigned Lexus IS | Lexus
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First Drive of the Redesigned Lexus IS | Lexus

Headlamps with independent LED clearance lamps
Front: F SPORT exclusive aluminum wheels with 225/40R18 tires. Rear tires: 255/35R18.
The 3,456 cc V6 DOHC engine produces a maximum output of 234kW (318ps) at 6,400 rpm and a maximum torque of 380Nm (38.7kgm) at 4,800 rpm. This engine is exclusively paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Luggage capacity is 480 liters, an increase of 102 liters compared to the previous model. Even hybrid models offer approximately 450 liters of space by placing the battery under the deck. All models feature 60/40 split-folding rear seats.
Front seats are set with the hip point approximately 20mm lower. The steering wheel angle is tilted 3 degrees towards the driver, enhancing the driver's car feel. The seats are F SPORT exclusive sports seats.
The 70mm wheelbase extension improves rear seat comfort. The distance between front and rear seats is now 920mm, an increase of 40mm from before, with knee space expanded by 85mm to 170mm, according to claims.
Features F SPORT exclusive leather steering wheel and shift knob.
The F SPORT's unique meter, inspired by the "LFA." The entire ring, housing the LCD screen, moves. Pictured is the display in Sport mode.
Normal mode display
The ring slides in response to operation.
Eco mode display
Driving mode selection is done via the drive mode selector on the center console.
Capacitive touch controls for air conditioning temperature adjustment. The temperature is controlled by sliding a finger along the metallic surface. This is a pre-production model, and the surface finish quality is slightly inferior to the final product.
At President Akio Toyoda's request, the net for the center speaker on the dashboard is slightly raised.
Yasuhiko Kawamura
Models other than F SPORT feature a two-dial meter with an LCD screen. Pictured is Sport mode.
In hybrid models, selecting Eco or Normal mode changes the tachometer display as shown.
Start button unique to hybrid models.
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First Drive: The Redesigned Lexus IS | Lexus

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