2015 Lexus IS
The new Lexus IS is a Medium Luxury offered in a 4D Sedan body style. Available in Australia from $54,000 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Luxury variant and topping out at $84,800 for the Sports Luxury.
There are 3 variants of the IS available in Australia and this generation went on sale in February of 2015.
Engine options include 2.5L petrol direct injection (164kW/0Nm) and 3.5L petrol direct injection (233kW/378Nm). Available with variable sp automatic, 8-speed automatic or 6-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 2015 IS is offered with a 4 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
6 or 8-speed auto or Auto (CVT)
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Sedan
Powertrain Type
Rear-wheel Drive

Retail Price
Transmission
6 or 8-speed auto or Auto (CVT)
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Sedan
Powertrain Type
Rear-wheel Drive
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Lexus IS
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
Available Variants
The Lexus IS comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Luxury and the most expensive being Sports Luxury.
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Towing & Off-Road Capability
Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,665 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,810 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 445 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Lexus IS
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Lexus IS is the Luxury that starts from $54,000.
See all Lexus IS PricingThe most expensive Lexus IS is the Sports Luxury that starts from $84,800.
See all Lexus IS PricingThe best towing capacity of a Lexus IS is 1500 kg offered by the following variants: Luxury, F Sport and Sports Luxury.
See all Lexus IS towing capacityThe largest Lexus IS is the Luxury which measures 1810mm wide, 4665mm in length and sits 1430mm tall.
The most powerful Lexus IS is the Luxury which has 233kW of power from its 3.5L Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Lexus IS is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Lexus IS is the Luxury which weighs 2145 kg (kerb weight).
The Lexus IS uses Premium Unleaded.
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