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Compare Lexus IS vs 2023 Polestar 2

Lexus IS
2023 Lexus IS
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$40,085
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.9
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2023 Polestar 2
2023 Polestar 2
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$48,400
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
Electric
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Single Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 31 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 113 MPGE
Hwy: 100 MPGE
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
N/A
Range
N/A
Range
270 miles
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
10.8 ft³
Trunk Volume
N/A

Photos

Lexus IS
2021-2023 Lexus IS Rear Angle View
2021-2023 Lexus IS Dashboard
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2023 Polestar 2
2023 Polestar Polestar 2 Rearward Vision
2023 Polestar Polestar 2 Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Electric
Horsepower
241 hp @ 5200 rpm
231 hp
Torque
258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm
243 lb-ft
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Single Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,715 lbs
4,400 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
25 MPG
107 MPGE
City
21 MPG
113 MPGE
Highway
31 MPG
100 MPGE

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.4 Tons/yr
N/A

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
N/A
Cruising Range City
365.4 miles
N/A
Cruising Range Highway
539.4 miles
N/A

Battery Range & Charge Times

Range
N/A
270 miles
Battery Size
N/A
78 kWh
Charge Time
N/A
8 Hrs Charge Time @ 220/240V

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
185.4 in
181.3 in
Height
56.5 in
58.3 in
Max Width
72.4 in
73.2 in
Front Width
62.2 in
63.1 in
Rear Width
62 in
63 in
Wheelbase
110.2 in
107.7 in
Ground Clearance
5.5 in
5.8 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
44.8 in
42.2 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.2 in
41.3 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.9 in
54.6 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.3 in
53.7 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
32.2 in
33.9 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.9 in
37 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53.4 in
52.6 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
54 in
53.3 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
10.8 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
N/A
14.3 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
34.2 ft
37.7 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8.5"
19" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8.5"
19" x 9"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P235/45VR18
P245/45VR19
Rear Tire
P235/45VR18
P245/45VR19
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
Magnesium Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Jupiter Metallic
  • Midnight Metallic
  • Snow Metallic
  • Space Metallic
  • Thunder Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Perforated NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Glazed Caramel, Perforated NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Glazed Carmel, Perforated NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Rioja Red, Perforated NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Charcoal, Embossed Textile Seating Surfaces
  • Zinc, Embossed Textile Seating Surfaces

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Standard
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Optional
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System
Optional
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Not Available
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Optional
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Seat Memory
Optional
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Optional
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Optional
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Optional
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
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
12 Years / Unlimited 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 / Unlimited Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
N/A
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
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