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2005 — 2013 · sedan, convertible

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About this generation

The second-generation Lexus IS (XE20) debuted in 2005 with sleek L-finesse lines, V6 powertrains, diesel options, and the IS C convertible.

The second-generation Lexus IS sports sedan (chassis code XE20) debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2005. Designed using Lexus's L-finesse theme, it achieved a drag coefficient of 0.27. Interior features included SmartAccess push-button start, Optitron electroluminescent instruments, dynamic radar cruise control, and an available 14-speaker Mark Levinson audio system. In 2008, Lexus added the IS C hardtop convertible featuring a three-piece aluminum folding roof.

Engine offerings comprised direct-injected V6 units: a 2.5-liter on IS 250 (204 hp) and a 3.5-liter on IS 350 (306 hp), available with RWD or all-wheel drive. For European markets, Lexus introduced its first diesel sedan, the IS 220d with a 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine. The range culminated with the high-performance IS F sedan equipped with a 416-hp 5.0-liter V8 and an 8-speed Sport Direct-Shift transmission. Facelifts in 2008 and 2010 refreshed the bumpers, grille trim, and headlight clusters.

Specifications

13 in 2 body styles

Sedan XE20 9 specifications

Petrol

IS 250

205hp(153 kW)

2.5 l 6-speed manual RWD 0–100 8.1 s

2005–2012

Torque: 252 Nm (186 lb-ft)
Top speed: 230 km/h (143 mph)
Displacement: 2499 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: 4GR-FSE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1535 kg (3384 lb)
Fuel tank: 65 l (17.2 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 9.8 l/100 km (24 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 231 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 4

IS 250

205hp(153 kW)

2.5 l 6-speed automatic RWD 0–100 8.4 s

Torque: 252 Nm (186 lb-ft)
Top speed: 225 km/h (140 mph)
Displacement: 2499 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: 4GR-FSE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1560 kg (3439 lb)
Fuel tank: 65 l (17.2 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 8.9 l/100 km (26 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 209 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 5

IS 250 AWD

205hp(153 kW)

2.5 l 6-speed automatic AWD

Torque: 252 Nm (186 lb-ft)
Top speed: 210 km/h (130 mph)
Displacement: 2499 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: 4GR-FSE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1655 kg (3649 lb)
Fuel tank: 65 l (17.2 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 10.7 l/100 km (22 mpg US) EPA

IS 300

228hp(170 kW)

3.0 l 6-speed automatic RWD 0–100 7.7 s

2007–2012

Torque: 300 Nm (221 lb-ft)
Top speed: 235 km/h (146 mph)
Displacement: 2994 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: 3GR-FE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1565 kg (3450 lb)
Fuel tank: 65 l (17.2 gal US)

IS 350

314hp(234 kW)

3.5 l 6-speed automatic RWD

Torque: 377 Nm (278 lb-ft)
Top speed: 230 km/h (143 mph)
Displacement: 3456 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: 2GR-FSE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1600 kg (3527 lb)
Fuel tank: 65 l (17.2 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 10.7 l/100 km (22 mpg US) EPA

IS 350 AWD

314hp(234 kW)

3.5 l 6-speed automatic AWD

2010–2013

Torque: 377 Nm (278 lb-ft)
Top speed: 210 km/h (130 mph)
Displacement: 3456 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: 2GR-FSE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1680 kg (3704 lb)
Fuel tank: 65 l (17.2 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 11.2 l/100 km (21 mpg US) EPA

IS F

417hp(311 kW)

5.0 l 8-speed automatic RWD 0–100 4.8 s

2007–2013

Torque: 505 Nm (372 lb-ft)
Top speed: 270 km/h (168 mph)
Displacement: 4969 cc
Cylinders: 8
Engine: 2UR-GSE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1700 kg (3748 lb)
Fuel tank: 64 l (16.9 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 11.4 l/100 km (21 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 270 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 5

Diesel

IS 200d

148hp(110 kW)

2.2 l 6-speed manual RWD 0–100 10.2 s

2010–2012

Torque: 340 Nm (251 lb-ft)
Top speed: 205 km/h (127 mph)
Displacement: 2231 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: 2AD-FTV
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1545 kg (3406 lb)
Fuel tank: 65 l (17.2 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 5.1 l/100 km (46 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 134 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 5

IS 220d

174hp(130 kW)

2.2 l 6-speed manual RWD 0–100 8.9 s

2005–2010

Torque: 400 Nm (295 lb-ft)
Top speed: 220 km/h (137 mph)
Displacement: 2231 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: 2AD-FHV
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1585 kg (3494 lb)
Fuel tank: 65 l (17.2 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 6.3 l/100 km (37 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 168 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 4

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Convertible XE20 4 specifications

Petrol

IS 250C

205hp(153 kW)

2.5 l 6-speed manual RWD

2009–2012

Torque: 252 Nm (186 lb-ft)
Top speed: 210 km/h (130 mph)
Displacement: 2499 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: 4GR-FSE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1730 kg (3814 lb)
Fuel tank: 65 l (17.2 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 11.2 l/100 km (21 mpg US) EPA

IS 250C

205hp(153 kW)

2.5 l 6-speed automatic RWD 0–100 9.0 s

2009–2013

Torque: 252 Nm (186 lb-ft)
Top speed: 210 km/h (130 mph)
Displacement: 2499 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: 4GR-FSE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1730 kg (3814 lb)
Fuel tank: 65 l (17.2 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 9.3 l/100 km (25 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 219 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 5

IS 300C

228hp(170 kW)

3.0 l 6-speed automatic RWD 0–100 8.2 s

2009–2012

Torque: 300 Nm (221 lb-ft)
Top speed: 215 km/h (134 mph)
Displacement: 2994 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: 3GR-FE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1740 kg (3836 lb)
Fuel tank: 65 l (17.2 gal US)

IS 350C

314hp(234 kW)

3.5 l 6-speed automatic RWD

2009–2013

Torque: 377 Nm (278 lb-ft)
Top speed: 227 km/h (141 mph)
Displacement: 3456 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: 2GR-FSE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1760 kg (3880 lb)
Fuel tank: 65 l (17.2 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 11.2 l/100 km (21 mpg US) EPA

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