The Lexus IS Thread

Lexus South Africa has introduced the facelifted IS sedan, which gains cosmetic and ergonomic updates inside and out, as well as a handful of chassis tweaks.

The three-model local range is unchanged, with the IS 200t still available in two trim levels (E and EX) and the IS350 F Sport retaining its place at the very summit of the line-up.

The visual updates include a new interpretation of the brand’s trademark spindle grille, a reshaped bonnet, larger front air intakes and new LED headlights. Round back, the LED taillights have also been redesigned, and new rectangular chrome-effect exhaust tips make an appearance. Fresh exterior colours include Graphite Black (available on all models) and Deep Blue (only on offer with the F Sport).

Inside, the multimedia display screen has been increased in size from seven to 10,3 inches (for the EX and F Sport trim levels), and a new, high-resolution monitor provides has been added to the mix.

The Drive Mode Select for F Sport, meanwhile, gains a “customise” setting, and the Active Cruise Control switch has been simplified to one-step activation with a prolonged press of the main cruise control button.

An “enter” button has also been added to the side of the Remote Touch Interface (again, only on EX and F Sport models) on the centre console, which Lexus says makes it easier to use. On the centre of the dashboard, the audio and ventilation control panel has been revised.

There’s also new stitching on the top of the instrument binnacle hood, changes to the speedometer and tachometer (on E and EX) and new cup holders. The layout of information presented in the Multi-Information Display has also apparently been improved.

As before, the two IS 200t models employ a 2,0-litre twin-scroll turbocharged four-cylinder engine worth 180 kW and 350 N.m, and paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The IS350 F Sport, meanwhile, features a 3,5-litre V6 producing 233 kW and 378 N.m.

Lexus SA says the front double wishbone suspension setup boasts a new forged aluminium lower arm assembly, which delivers a 49% increase in rigidity. There’s also has a new upper support bush, a revised coil spring rate, new shock absorber components and a revised damper setting for improved ride comfort.

Pricing appears to have increased by an average of around R20 000 per model (be sure to check back later this week for a driving impression).

Lexus IS200t E: R601 900
Lexus IS200t EX: R659 100
Lexus IS350 F Sport: R728 800

http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/facelifted-lexus-is-hits-sa-details-and-pricing/

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The facelifted version of Lexus’s 3-Series-rivalling IS has reached South Africa and the radically-styled sedan has not been toned down in any way, but rather polished up in places.

While retaining its familiar look, including those signature ‘Nike tick’ LED daytime running lights, the IS sports a redesigned ‘spindle’ grille within the new bumper and the standard LED headlights have also been reshaped. The rear bumper has been revised and some new exterior colours have been added to the mix. Furthermore, E and EX models receive new alloy wheel designs.

The cabin gets new colour choices too, along with a revised instrument cluster and improved panel finishes among other minor touch-ups inside while EX and F-Sport models get a larger infotainment touch-screen, which grows from seven to 10.3 inches in size.

The engine line-up continues as before with Lexus offering a 180kW/350Nm 2-litre turbopetrol motor in the IS 200t (sold with E and EX grades) and a normally aspirated 233kW/378Nm 3.5-litre V6 in the IS 350 F-Sport. In all cases, drive is to the rear wheels through an eight-speed automatic gearbox with flappy paddles. Lexus has made some changes to the suspension system, which features double wishbones up front and a multi-link set-up at the back, and Lexus claims to have substantially increased overall body rigidity with new laser screw and adhesive body bonding techniques.

The range

IS 200t E – R601 900

Key standard features: LED headlights, 17-inch alloy wheels, keyless entry and start, eight-speaker audio system with 7-inch display and DVD player, electrically-adjustable steering wheel and park distance control.

IS 200t EX – R659 100

Adds: 10-inch monitor, remote touch interface and navigation.

IS 350 F SPORT – R728 800

Adds: 18-inch alloy wheels, rain-sensing wipers, memory function for driver’s seat and steering column, sport seats and Adaptive Variable Suspension.

http://www.iol.co.za/motoring/latest-launches/new-look-for-lexus-is-sports-sedan-7171655
 
FAST FACTS

Model: IS 350 F Sport
Price: R728 800
Engine: 3,5-litre, V6, naturally-aspirated
Power: 233 kW @ 6 400 r/min
Torque: 378 N.m @ 4 800 r/min
0-100 km/h: 5,9 seconds
Top Speed: 225 km/h
Fuel Consumption: 9,7 L/100 km
CO2: 225 g/km
Transmission: eight-speed automatic
Maintenance Plan: 4 years/100 000 km service plan

http://www.carmag.co.za/driving_impression/driven-lexus-is-350-f-sport/
 
You would think the top speed should also be on the region of 250 km/h , limited.
 
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