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About this generation

The third-generation Lexus IS (XE30) launched for 2014 featuring sharp spindle grille styling, LFA-inspired gauges, and IS 300h hybrid trim.

The third-generation Lexus IS sedan (chassis code XE30) premiered at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January 2013. Incorporating aggressive exterior styling, it introduced a prominent spindle grille, detached L-shaped daytime running lights, and a swept sill profile. Wheelbase expanded by 2.7 inches, dramatically improving rear passenger room. The driver-focused cockpit borrowed heavily from the LFA supercar, featuring a motorized sliding digital gauge ring on F Sport models.

Powertrain choices included a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder on IS 200t/IS 300, a 3.5-liter V6 on IS 350 (offering up to 311 hp with RWD or AWD), and the IS 300h hybrid. In 2021, Lexus launched the IS 500 F Sport Performance featuring a 472-hp 5.0-liter naturally aspirated V8. Major updates occurred in 2016 and a comprehensive 2020 overhaul that widened the track, added a full-width LED rear light bar, and upgraded chassis rigidity. A third facelift was announced in September 2025: for the 2026 model year the sedan received a redesigned front fascia, a rear deck spoiler, a restyled instrument panel with 12.3-inch displays and Lexus Safety System+ 3.0, while the US line-up narrowed to a single IS 350 with the 311-hp 3.5-liter V6 in rear- or all-wheel drive.

Specifications

Petrol

IS 250

205hp(153 kW)

2.5 l 6-speed automatic RWD 0–100 8.1 s

2013–2015

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: 1555 kg (3428 lb)
Fuel tank: 66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 8.6 l/100 km (27 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 199 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 5

IS 250 AWD

205hp(153 kW)

2.5 l 6-speed automatic AWD

2013–2015

Torque: 251 Nm (185 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: 66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 10.7 l/100 km (22 mpg US) EPA

IS 200t

241hp(180 kW)

2.0 l 8-speed automatic RWD 0–100 7.0 s

2015–2017

Torque: 350 Nm (258 lb-ft)
Top speed: 230 km/h (143 mph)
Displacement: 1998 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: 8AR-FTS
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1590 kg (3505 lb)
Fuel tank: 66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 7.0 l/100 km (34 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 162 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 6

IS 300

241hp(180 kW)

2.0 l 8-speed automatic RWD 0–100 7.0 s

2017–present

Torque: 350 Nm (258 lb-ft)
Top speed: 230 km/h (143 mph)
Displacement: 1998 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: 8AR-FTS
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1590 kg (3505 lb)
Fuel tank: 66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 7.2 l/100 km (33 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 167 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 6

IS 300 AWD

256hp(191 kW)

3.5 l 6-speed automatic AWD

2015–2017

Torque: 320 Nm (236 lb-ft)
Top speed: 210 km/h (130 mph)
Displacement: 3456 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: 2GR-FSE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1695 kg (3737 lb)
Fuel tank: 66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 11.2 l/100 km (21 mpg US) EPA

IS 300 AWD

260hp(194 kW)

3.5 l 6-speed automatic AWD

2017–present

Torque: 320 Nm (236 lb-ft)
Top speed: 210 km/h (130 mph)
Displacement: 3456 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: 2GR-FKS
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1700 kg (3748 lb)
Fuel tank: 66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 10.7 l/100 km (22 mpg US) EPA

IS 350

306hp(228 kW)

3.5 l 8-speed automatic RWD

2013–2017

Torque: 375 Nm (277 lb-ft)
Top speed: 230 km/h (143 mph)
Displacement: 3456 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: 2GR-FSE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1630 kg (3594 lb)
Fuel tank: 66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 10.7 l/100 km (22 mpg US) EPA

IS 350 AWD

306hp(228 kW)

3.5 l 6-speed automatic AWD

2013–2017

Torque: 375 Nm (277 lb-ft)
Top speed: 210 km/h (130 mph)
Displacement: 3456 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: 2GR-FSE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1695 kg (3737 lb)
Fuel tank: 66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 11.2 l/100 km (21 mpg US) EPA

IS 350

311hp(232 kW)

3.5 l 8-speed automatic RWD

2017–present

Torque: 380 Nm (280 lb-ft)
Top speed: 230 km/h (143 mph)
Displacement: 3456 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: 2GR-FKS
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1640 kg (3616 lb)
Fuel tank: 66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 10.2 l/100 km (23 mpg US) EPA

IS 350 AWD

311hp(232 kW)

3.5 l 6-speed automatic AWD

2017–present

Torque: 380 Nm (280 lb-ft)
Top speed: 210 km/h (130 mph)
Displacement: 3456 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: 2GR-FKS
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1700 kg (3748 lb)
Fuel tank: 66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 10.7 l/100 km (22 mpg US) EPA

IS 500 F SPORT Performance

472hp(352 kW)

5.0 l 8-speed automatic RWD

2021–present

Torque: 536 Nm (395 lb-ft)
Top speed: 240 km/h (149 mph)
Displacement: 4969 cc
Cylinders: 8
Engine: 2UR-GSE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1765 kg (3891 lb)
Fuel tank: 66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 11.8 l/100 km (20 mpg US) EPA

Hybrid

IS 300h

220hp(164 kW)

2.5 l CVT RWD 0–100 8.3 s

Torque: 221 Nm (163 lb-ft)
Top speed: 200 km/h (124 mph)
Displacement: 2494 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: 2AR-FSE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1620 kg (3571 lb)
Fuel tank: 66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 4.3 l/100 km (55 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 99 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 5

IS 300h AWD

220hp(164 kW)

2.5 l CVT AWD 0–100 8.4 s

2014–present

Torque: 221 Nm (163 lb-ft)
Top speed: 200 km/h (124 mph)
Displacement: 2494 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: 2AR-FSE
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1720 kg (3792 lb)
Fuel tank: 66 l (17.4 gal US)

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