Lexus IS 250 Standard Review
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3 Sep 2008
The Lexus IS250 is a genuinely credible alternative to the usual suspects in the compact executive saloon segment - we take a closer look at this Japanese contender...
Intro
The compact executive saloon segment has always been an important one for luxury car makers for it is where first-time buyers get their inaugural sampling of the entry-level products. Then based on that, will form their opinion about the companies and their other offerings.
For this segment, long-standing luxury powerhouses BMW and Mercedes-Benz created their 3-Series and 190 (which was succeeded by the C-Class in 1993) compact executive saloons way back in 1975 and 1982 respectively.
Though Lexus was a latecomer to this segment with its IS200 compact executive in 1998, it made a huge impression by winning Japan’s “Car of the Year” award for 1998-1999.
The version we got locally was the one with a 160bhp 2.0-litre straight six and a four-speed automatic. However, what the enthusiasts lusted after was the variant – available only in Japan - known as the Toyota Altezza that had a Yamaha-sourced 210bhp four-cylinder engine under the bonnet and a six-speed manual transmission.
In 2005, Lexus introduced the new generation IS. Looking more like a scaled down version of its GS brethren, the IS’ shape is more purposeful all thanks to its compact exterior. Incidentally, both cars are styled under the new L-finesse design language of the Japanese car maker.
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Engine |
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| Engine Capacity | 2499cc |
| Engine Type | V 6 |
| Compression Ratio | 12:1 |
| Bore x Stroke | (83 x 77)mm |
| Power | 205bhp @ 6400rpm |
| Torque | 252Nm @ 4800rpm |
| Power to Weight | 131.4 bhp per ton |
Performance |
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| Acceleration | 8.4s (0-100 km/h) |
| Top Speed | 225 km/h |
| Fuel Consumption (combined) | 11.8 km/L |
Misc Technical Data |
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| Transmission | 6 -speed Auto |
| Drive Type | FR |
Measurements |
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| Body Type | Sedan |
| Dimension (L x W x H) |
(4575 x 1800 x 1425) mm |
| Wheelbase | 2730 mm |
| Turning Circle | 5.1 metres |
| Kerb Weight | 1560 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L |
Brakes |
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| Brakes (Front) | Ventilated Discs |
| Brakes (Rear) | Discs |