1999-2005 IS OverviewLexus IS Overview (1999 - 2005)
XE10
Tech Specs Summary
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- 134 - 143 mph
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- 8.2 - 9.5 seconds
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- 153 - 211 BHP
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- 25.2 - 28.8 mpg
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- 1,360 - 1,615 kg
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- 400 L (Saloon)
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- 380 - 1,050 L (Estate)
This generation of the Lexus IS (XE10) was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Lexus between 1999 - 2005. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a saloon or estate. There are two power levels available from a 2 L Inline 6 petrol engine. It has double wishbone suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the IS is the Lexus IS 200 which scores 2.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 153 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 113 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 134 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.5 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Lexus IS 300 SportCross is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 388 miles and can store 480-1,050 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,200 kg.