Lexus IS, RC and CT axed in Europe because SUVs
When current stock of the Lexus IS saloon, RC coupe and CT hatch have been sold in Europe these models will disappear from the brand’s range.
When current stock of the Lexus IS saloon, RC coupe and CT hatch have been sold in Europe these models will disappear from the brand’s range.
The 2021 Lexus IS looks very new, but is actually a reskin of a 7 year old car. See what’s changed in this side by side comparison.
The 2021 Lexus IS looks all new, but it is actually a completely new exterior on the existing RWD platform. The interior and engine range is carried over.
The 2020 Lexus IS F-Sport Blackline comes with black wheels, black interior with blue stitching, and blue wood for the steering wheel.
The first generation Lexus IS200 had RWD, a 2-liter I6 with 114kW (153hp) and 195Nm (144 lb-ft), and a 6-speed manual or 4-speed auto.
The first generation Lexus IS300 had a 3-liter inline 6-cylinder with 162kW (217hp) and 295Nm (218 lb-ft), RWD, and a 5-speed manual or automatic.
The third generation Lexus IS (XE30) has sharper, bolder styling with an aggressive nose, grille, radical headlamps, an I4 hybrid, and V6 engines.
For Dua Lipa’s Be The One music video, Lexus created a special IS sedan fitted with 42,000 LEDs that can respond to music or hand gestures.
The XE30 Lexus IS took the design of the second generation car, and gave it a whole lot more menace with slashes, cuts, and an angrier appearance.
The facelifted third-gen Lexus IS has a new headlights, driving lights, grille, bumpers, taillamps, and a larger 10.1-inch infotainment display.