Lexus IS300 Overview

Underrated classic sports saloon car with superb luxury specification and interior. Like much of the Lexus line the IS300 offers the elegant look and emphasis on luxury performance credentials rather than all out racing appearance and performance. It appeals to drivers who appreciate a certain understated quality. Having said that this is a vehicle which has enough power, acceleration and handling credentials to make your average car owner go wow. A sparky in-line six cylinder and 211bhp gives plenty enough oomph for most drivers tastes. Rear-wheel-drive, firmly tuned suspension, high-performance tyres add to its value. The 3.0-litre six cylinder engine was capable of 215 hp and 218 pound/ft with a five-speed automatic transmission and 0-60 mph in just over 7 secs. First year Lexus IS 300 saloons were lighter on spec though so later models after 2002 are the best. A five-speed manual gearbox option for the saloon was added in 2002 along with side curtain airbags, stability control, auto-dimming mirrors, etc; with full leathers among the quality options. After 2002 the 300 remained relatively unchanged.

2004 Lexus IS300 Main Specification

Performance - 230km/h, 0-100km/h 9.4 sec

Fuel consumption - 10.9 litres/100km.Water-cooled engine straight six displacing 2997cc with four valves per cylinder and variable valve timing.

Four passengers

157kW at 5800rpm / 288Nm at 3800rpm.

Five-speed automatic with manual sequential option and rear wheel drive.

Independent, multi-link suspension.

Power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering with height adjustment steering column.

Anti-lock brakes with ventilated discs.

Wheels/tyres: 17ins alloy rims shod with 215/45 Z-rated radials.

Dimensions/mass: Length: 4400mm, width 1725mm, height 1405mm; mass: 1482kg.

Standard Features

Radio/tape audio system with six-disc front-loading CD changer

Remote-controlled central locking

Electric windows / mirrors

Immobiliser

Front-door courtesy lights

Cruise control

Front, side and curtain shield crash bags

Anti-lock brakes

Stability control

Seat belts with pre-tensioners

Heated front seats

Leathers

Automatic air-conditioning

Cupholders

2004 Lexus IS300 detailed specifications

2,997 cc 3 litres in-line 6 front engine, 86 mm bore, 86 mm stroke, 10.5 compression ratio, variable valve timing/camshaft, double overhead cam, four valves per cylinder

Premium unleaded fuel 91

Fuel economy mpg: 25

Multi point injection fuel system

17.5 gallon main premium unleaded fuel tank

Power - 160 kW , 215 HP SAE @ 5,800 rpm; 218 ft lb , 296 Nm @ 3,800 rpm

Four wheel ABS

Brake assist system

Four disc brakes including two ventilated discs

Electronic brake distribution

Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management

Immobilizer

Fullsize alloy rim internal spare wheel

Wishbone front and rear suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs

Body side molding

Body color front and rear bumpers

Coefficient of drag: 0.29

Day time running lights

Driver power heated partial-painted door mirrors with automatic operation , passenger power heated partial-painted door mirrors

External dimensions: overall length (inches): 176.6, overall width (inches): 67.9, overall height (inches): 55.5, wheelbase (inches): 105.1, front track (inches): 58.9, rear track (inches): 58.5 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 34.1

Front fog lights

Complex surface lens Xenon bulb headlights

Heat reflective glass

Luxury trim alloy on gearknob and alloy on doors

Mica paint

Fixed rear window with defogger

Tinted glass on cabin

Weights: curb weight (lbs) 3,255

Windshield wipers with variable intermittent wipe

12v power outlet: front and 1

Air conditioning with climate control

Diversity antenna

Peripheral anti-theft protection

Cruise control

Front seats cup holders fixed , rear seats cup holders pop out

Door ajar warning

Door pockets/bins for driver seat, passenger seat and rear seats

External temperature

Floor covering: carpet in load area

Floor mats

Driver and passenger front airbag

Seating: five seats

Service interval indicator

Front side airbag

Eight speaker(s)

Leather covered multi-function steering wheel with tilt adjustment

Tachometer

Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror

Ventilation system with recirculation setting and micro filter

Front and rear ashtray

Audio anti-theft protection: integrated in dash

Manufacturer's own RDS audio system with AM/FM, cassette, Disc Autochanger and six-disc remote changer

Cargo area light

Cargo capacity: all seats in place (cu ft): 10.1

Front seats cigar lighter

Clock

Compass

Computer with average fuel consumption

Full dashboard and floor console with covered storage box

Delayed/fade courtesy lights

Sports driver and passenger seat with height adjustment and tilt adjustment

Height adjustable 3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners

Front seat center armrest

Lockable glove compartment

Two height adjustable head restraints on front seats , three height adjustable head restraints on rear seats

Headlight control with time delay switch-off and dusk sensor

Illuminated entry system

Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 39.1, rear headroom (inches): 37.7, front hip room (inches): 52.8, rear hip room (inches): 53.9, front leg room (inches): 42.7, rear leg room (inches): 30.2, front shoulder room (inches): 52.6, rear shoulder room (inches): 53.5 and interior volume (cu ft): 89.2

Low fuel level warning

Remote power locks

Power steering

Front power windows with one one-touch , rear power windows

Front reading lights

3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side, passenger side and center side

Rear seat center armrest with trunk access

Three fixed bench front facing rear seats with zero adjustments

Automatic operation rear view mirror

Remote fuel filler door release

Remote control remote trunk/hatch release

Front roof airbag

Front seat back storage

Upgraded cloth/velour seat upholstery with additional upgraded cloth/velour