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    Lexus IS Australia

    Lexus IS Australia

    Debuting in Australia in 1999, the Lexus IS is a mid-sized rear-wheel drive medium-sized sedan pitting the luxury Japanese brand into a battle with the likes of the BMW's 3 Series and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

    Over the years it has remained true to its rear-drive roots, offering four-cylinder, hybrid and fire-breathing naturally aspirated V8 versions.

    The second generation car debuted in Australia in 2006, with the V8-powered F not landing until 2009. The third version of Lexus's most popular model landed locally in 2013, with the model's first turbocharged engine arriving two years later.

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    IS200 IS250 IS F IS250C IS350 IS300 IS300H IS200T
    Reviews For Sale News Pricing & Specs Colours VS The Competition Wheel Size Q&As Dimensions Towing Capacity Fuel Consumption Seats
    Overview
    Likes
    Gorgeous new looks
    Incredible build quality
    Super smooth V6
    Dislikes
    Not very modern-feeling
    Tight rear seats
    Pricey servicing

    Lexus IS Pricing & Specs

    The price range for the Lexus IS varies based on the trim level you choose. for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
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    Lexus IS Colours

    Caliente
    Cobalt Mica
    Graphite Black
    Liquid Metal
    Mercury Grey
    Onyx
    Sonic Quartz
    Sonic Silver
    Titanium
    Vermillion
    White Nova
    To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the Lexus IS.

    Lexus IS Wheel Size

    The Lexus IS has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 235x40 R19 for Sedan in 2022.
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    Lexus IS FAQs

    Lexus IS200 2002: Is it worth keeping my car is issues are starting to arise?

    That’s a difficult call to make. The car has done quite a few kilometres and is in the twilight of its life. If it’s been properly serviced all its life to date and you continue to service it well you should be able to keep on top of any issues that crop up. But at the same you should anticipate that problems might occur more often now, and that will involve more expense. Looking forward you need to decide if you want to gamble on it giving little or no trouble, or get out of it. If you are not sure about it get out of it now.

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    Do trade-in valuations consider added options?

    The trade-in valuations generally don't take options into account, that's consider covered by the range that goes along with the valuation. The trade-in guide on your car is $28,000-$31,500. You should also remember that it's a guide only, and there's no reason why you shouldn't negotiate a better price, and to shop around to get the best price you can. You are better off buying a higher model with everything fitted to it than a lesser model and then optioning it up. It will always be the lesser model, no matter what's fitted to it.

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    Mustang, 370Z, IS350F, 86 or MX-5?

    If you don’t want a convertible, which rules out the MX-5 as my easy first pick, then the 86 is the car for driving enjoyment on a reasonable budget. But don’t overlook its Subaru twin, the BRZ, which is my choice of the two. Both get The Tick, having shared our Car of the Year award.

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    Lexus IS Dimensions

    The dimensions of the Lexus IS Sedan vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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    Lexus IS Towing Capacity

    The Lexus IS has no towing capacity for the latest model available.
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    Lexus IS Fuel consumption

    The Lexus IS is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by PULP and Hybrid fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 9.5L/100km for Sedan
    *Combined fuel consumption
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    Lexus IS Seats

    The Lexus IS comes with five seats. The IS is available in three grades, Luxury, Sports Luxury and F-Sport. Nuance Black upholstery is available on all variants, with Chateau and Noble Brown upholstery available on the Luxury and Sports Luxury grades. The F-Sport grade is available uniquely with Dark Rose upholstery.

    Shown above are seat details for the Lexus IS 2019.