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The 2006 Lexus IS range of configurations is currently priced from $5,990.
You can read the full review here.
The 2006 Lexus IS carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1500 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Lexus IS 2006 prices range from $5,830 for the basic trim level Sedan Prestige to $11,770 for the top of the range Sedan Sports.
Lexus IS Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Rim |
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IS250 Prestige
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Body Type: Sedan | Front Tyre Size: 205x55 R16 | Front Rim: 7x16 in |
Rear Rim:
7x16 in
|
IS250 Sports
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Body Type: Sedan | Front Tyre Size: 225x40 R18 | Front Rim: 8x18 in |
Rear Rim:
8.5x18 in
|
IS250 Sports Luxury
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Body Type: Sedan | Front Tyre Size: 225x45 R17 | Front Rim: 8x17 in |
Rear Rim:
8x17 in
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Apart from the obvious requirement to change to 17-inch wheels as well as your chosen tyre, there are legalities to be considered here, and they can vary from State to Territory, so you need to check with your local authorities before committing to any change like this. However, broadly speaking, you can increase your wheel size by up to two inches, provided you don’t throw your speedometer out in the process. You also need to stay within a certain percentage of the car’s original rolling circumference (the distance the tyre travels in one revolution) to remain legal. And there are the practical issues such as tyre-to-bodywork clearance.
However, on the surface the swap you’ve nominated should be legal and practical. The 2000 Lexus LS400 originally came with a 225 60/16 wheel and tyre, so your preferred option only increases wheel diameter by one inch. Also, by fitting a 55-series tyre, you’ve reduced the sidewall height (from the standard 60-series tyre) so the rolling resistance of your new combination will be less than one per cent larger, so shouldn’t create any legal or clearance hassles. Just be sure to let your insurance company know you’ve made the change. Be sure to check the accuracy of your speedometer after the change, too. A GPS speedo app on your phone is the easiest way to do this.
The Lexus GX 550 went on sale in Australia in June, 2024.
Lexus IS Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance |
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IS250 Prestige
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Body Type: Sedan | Height x Width x Length: 1425x1800x4575 mm |
Ground Clearance:
104 mm
|
IS250 Sports
|
Body Type: Sedan | Height x Width x Length: 1425x1800x4575 mm |
Ground Clearance:
104 mm
|
IS250 Sports Luxury
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Body Type: Sedan | Height x Width x Length: 1425x1800x4575 mm |
Ground Clearance:
104 mm
|
Lexus IS Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption |
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IS250 Prestige
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Body Type: Sedan | Specs: 2.5L PULP 6 SP AUTO |
Fuel Consumption:
9.7L/100km
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IS250 Sports
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Body Type: Sedan | Specs: 2.5L PULP 6 SP MAN |
Fuel Consumption:
9.5L/100km
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