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Lexus IS 300

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$40,085
IS 300 RWD IS 300 F SPORT Design RWD IS 300 AWD IS 300 F SPORT RWD IS 300 F SPORT Design AWD IS 300 F SPORT AWD Compare all trims
New 2024 Lexus IS 300
IS 300 RWD IS 300 F SPORT Design RWD IS 300 AWD IS 300 F SPORT RWD IS 300 F SPORT Design AWD IS 300 F SPORT AWD Compare all trims

Key specifications

Highlights
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Engine Type
21 City / 31 Hwy
MPG
241 hp
Horsepower
5
Seating Capacity
Engine
241 @ 5200
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Engine Type
258 @ 1650
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
2.0 L/122
Displacement
Suspension
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Double Wishbone
Suspension Type - Front
Double Wishbone
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear
Weight & Capacity
N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
17 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
3,715 lbs
Base Curb Weight
Safety
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Backup Camera
Entertainment
Standard
Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto®
Electrical
N/A
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
N/A
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
Brakes
N/A
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
N/A
Brake ABS System (Second Line)
4-Wheel Disc
Brake Type
13 in
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

Notable features

Five-seat compact sport sedan
Choice of four-cylinder, V-6 and V-8 engines
Rear- or all-wheel drive
Adaptive suspension available
High-performance IS 500 available

Engine

241 @ 5200 SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 Engine Type
258 @ 1650 SAE Net Torque @ RPM
2.0 L/122 Displacement

Suspension

Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Double Wishbone Suspension Type - Front
Double Wishbone Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear

Weight & Capacity

N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
17 gal Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
3,715 lbs Base Curb Weight
N/A Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

Safety

Standard Blind Spot Monitor
Standard Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard Stability Control
Standard Backup Camera
Standard Lane Departure Warning

Entertainment

Standard Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto®

Electrical

N/A Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
N/A Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

Brakes

N/A Drum - Rear (Yes or )
N/A Brake ABS System (Second Line)
4-Wheel Disc Brake Type
13 in Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Yes Disc - Rear (Yes or )
4-Wheel Brake ABS System
12 in Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Yes Disc - Front (Yes or )

Photo & video gallery

Exterior

Factory warranties

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Maintenance
1 years / 10,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years

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The good & the bad

The good

Soft but supportive F Sport front seats
Agile handling
Respectable ride comfort
Available 10.3-inch infotainment touchscreen
Powertrain choices

The bad

Underwhelming acceleration from base four-cylinder engine
Cramped interior, especially in backseat
Large ledge between trunk floor and folded backseat
Basic IS platform is old

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2024 Lexus IS 300 review: Our expert's take

What’s New on the 2024 Lexus IS?

The F Sport trim levels are now available with the base IS 300 powertrains. The F Sport Design adds 19-inch wheels and more aggressive exterior styling, plus a sport-tuned suspension, while the F Sport includes the features above and adds aluminum pedals, heated and ventilated front seats, and a heated steering wheel.

The IS 350 F Sport gets a new Blackout Package for 2024 that consists of matte-black 19-inch wheels, dark-chrome exterior trim and black mirror housings.

What Features in the 2024 Lexus IS Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • LED headlights
  • Keyless entry and start
  • Synthetic leather seating
  • Power-adjustable front seats
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • 8-inch touchscreen
  • 10-speaker sound system
  • Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking
  • Lane departure steering assist
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Blind spot warning
  • Rear cross-traffic alert

Available features include:

  • Moonroof
  • Adaptive shock absorbers
  • Limited-slip differential
  • Heated front seats
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • 10.3-inch touchscreen with navigation
  • 17-speaker Mark Levinson audio system
  • 360-degree parking camera system
  • Power rear-window sunshade

Should I Buy the 2024 Lexus IS?

Despite some astute updates, including a refresh for the 2021 model year, the IS’ basic design is the oldest in its class. Still, this compact sports sedan is fun and satisfying to hustle down a winding road. For similar pricing, the Lexus includes a lot more standard equipment than most of its competitors.

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