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2021 Lexus IS
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Overview
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 31 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 35 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
10.8 ft³
Trunk Volume
12.6 ft³
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Performance Specs
Engine and Transmission
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
241 hp @ 5200 rpm
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm
295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
Weight and Towing
Curb Weight
3,715 lbs
3,472 lbs
Fuel and MPG
Fuel Economy
Combined
25 MPG
27 MPG
City
21 MPG
23 MPG
Highway
31 MPG
35 MPG
Emissions
CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.1 Tons/yr
6.6 Tons/yr
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
17.4 gallons
Cruising Range City
365.4 miles
400.2 miles
Cruising Range Highway
539.4 miles
609 miles
Dimensions and Measurement
Exterior Dimensions
Length
185.4 in
184.5 in
Height
56.5 in
56.8 in
Max Width
72.4 in
71.3 in
Front Width
62.2 in
61.5 in
Rear Width
62 in
60.9 in
Wheelbase
110.2 in
111.8 in
Ground Clearance
5.5 in
3.8 in
Interior Space
Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
44.8 in
41.7 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.2 in
37.1 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.9 in
55.3 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.3 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
32.2 in
35.2 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.9 in
37.1 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53.4 in
55 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
54 in
N/A
Cargo Space
Trunk Volume
10.8 ft³
12.6 ft³
Wheels and Suspension
Steering
Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
34.2 ft
36.8 ft
Wheels
Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8.5"
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8.5"
18" x 8.5"
Suspension
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Tires
Front Tire
P235/45VR18
P225/45HR18
Rear Tire
P235/45VR18
P245/40HR18
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A
Colors and Materials
Standard Exterior Colors
Atomic Silver
Caviar
Cloudburst Gray
Eminent White Pearl
Grecian Water
Iridium
Matador Red Mica
Black
Polar White
Brilliant Blue Metallic
Iridium Silver Metallic
Lunar Blue Metallic
Mojave Silver Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Selenite Grey Metallic
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
designo Diamond White Metallic
Standard Interior Materials
Black, NuLuxe Seat Trim
Glazed Caramel, NuLuxe Seat Trim
Rioja Red, NuLuxe Seat Trim
AMG Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
AMG Saddle Brown, MB-Tex Upholstery
AMG Silk Beige, MB-Tex Upholstery
Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
Black, MB-Tex/DINAMICA Upholstery
designo Platinum White, designo Nappa Leather Upholstery
Magma Grey, MB-Tex Upholstery
Silk Beige, MB-Tex Upholstery
AMG Black, Leather Upholstery
AMG Cranberry Red, Leather Upholstery
Black, Leather Upholstery
Magma Grey, Leather Upholstery
Saddle Brown, Leather Upholstery
Silk Beige, Leather Upholstery
Silk Beige/Black, Leather Upholstery
Features and Options
Infotainment
HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Standard
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
MP3 Player
Standard
Not Available
Interior Trim
Bucket Seats
Standard
Not Available
Cloth Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available
Comfort
Navigation System
Optional
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Not Available
A/C
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Automatic Parking
Optional
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Not Available
Safety
Safety Features
Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available
US NHTSA crash test result
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A
Airbags
Driver Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Warranty
Warranty Summary
Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
6 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain
6 Years / 70,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Maintenance
1 Years / 10,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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