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Lexus IS 250
Lexus IS 250 Reviews
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Lexus IS250 Sports 2014 Review
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Lexus IS250 2014 Review
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Lexus IS250 2013 review
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Lexus IS250 2013 review: snap shot
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Used prestige cars review: 2009
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Lexus IS 2013 review: snap shot
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Lexus IS250 2009 Review
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Lexus IS250 2008 review
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Lexus IS250 2008 review: road test
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Lexus IS250 X 2008 Review
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Used Lexus IS review: 1999-2014
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Lexus IS250 2007 Review
Lexus IS Models Price and Specs
The price range for the Lexus IS varies based on the trim level you choose. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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2023 | Sedan | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP | — | — | |
2022 | Sedan | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP | — | — | |
2021 | Sedan | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP | $45,980 | $67,760 | |
2020 | Sedan | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $41,140 | $62,370 | |
2019 | Sedan | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $36,520 | $54,670 |
Lexus IS 250 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Lexus IS 250 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Lexus or Mercedes-Benz?
The Benz is so far ahead of the Lexus that it's not even a contest. The C-Class gets The Tick and is also one of the favourites for our Car of the Year award. I wouldn't bother with the C250 unless it has some standard features you like, because the C200 is a brilliant car.
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Lexus IS250 sloppy speedo
Both of your complaints are common and they're not only related to Lexus. The dealer is correct, the speedo is within the limits allowed under the law, so he isn't under any obligation to correct it. The mirrors are used to give you the widest possible view of what's around you, and they work well in doing that, but they also distort the distance to the cars following you and you have to be careful when changing lanes. You can have the mirrors replaced by flat ones at your local glass shop.
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Speedo in Lexus 250
Normally I would expect your speedo to be around five percent fast, in other words it's reading five percent higher than the actual speed you're doing. Under the law it could be as much as 10 percent fast, but on average most cars appear to be closer to five percent. You could have the speedo checked by an instrument maker, but I would suggest you first check it against an overhead speed indicator on a nearby highway. While they are not necessarily 100 percent correct, they are a good guide. You could also check it against a GPS unit, which would give you a good indication of a problem.
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Lexus IS VS the competition
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Lexus IS Wheel Size
The Lexus IS 250 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 225x45 R17 for Sedan in 2015 with a wheel size that spans from 17x7.5 inches.
Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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2015 | Sedan | 225x45 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | 225x45 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | |
2014 | Sedan | 225x45 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | 225x45 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | |
2013 | Sedan | 225x45 R17 | 17x8 inches | 245x45 R17 | 17x8 inches | |
2012 | Sedan | 225x45 R17 | 17x8 inches | 245x45 R17 | 17x8 inches | |
2011 | Sedan | 225x45 R17 | 17x8 inches | 245x45 R17 | 17x8 inches |
Lexus IS Fuel Consumption
The Lexus IS 250 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by PULP and — fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 9.2L/100km for Sedan /PULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.
Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
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2015 | Sedan | 9.2L/100km | 2.5L | PULP | 6 SP AUTO | |
2014 | Sedan | 9.2L/100km | 2.5L | PULP | 6 SP AUTO | |
2013 | Sedan | 9.1L/100km | 2.5L | — | 6 SP SEQ AUTO | |
2012 | Sedan | 9.1L/100km | 2.5L | PULP | 6 SP SEQ AUTO | |
2011 | Sedan | 9.1L/100km | 2.5L | PULP | 6 SP SEQ AUTO |
Lexus IS Dimensions
The dimensions of the Lexus IS 250 Sedan vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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2015 | Sedan | 1430x1810x4665 mm | 121 mm | |
2014 | Sedan | 1430x1810x4665 mm | 121 mm | |
2013 | Sedan | 1425x1800x4585 mm | 104 mm | |
2012 | Sedan | 1425x1800x4585 mm | 104 mm | |
2011 | Sedan | 1425x1800x4585 mm | 104 mm |
Lexus IS Towing Capacity
The Lexus IS 250 has maximum towing capacity of 1500kg for the latest model available.
Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
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2015 | Sedan | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
2014 | Sedan | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
2013 | Sedan | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
2012 | Sedan | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
2011 | Sedan | 1500kg | 1500kg |
Lexus IS 250 News
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ANCAP gives 5 stars to Polo, CT200h and Lexus IS
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Lexus IS may get four-wheel steer
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World first full-size car video game
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Allan Jones on the new Lexus IS range
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New car sales price Lexus IS
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Next Lexus IS images teased
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Lexus IS spy shot
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Lexus recall
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