2016 Lexus IS 350

Vehicle Overview

The Lexus IS is a four-door compact luxury sedan that’s offered with rear- or all-wheel drive and a new turbocharged four-cylinder engine or V-6 power. It competes with the Cadillac ATS, BMW 3 Series and Audi A4.

New for 2016
The Lexus IS gains a new base model in the rear-wheel-drive IS 200t, which is powered by a 241-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. A new midlevel all-wheel-drive IS 300 with a 255-hp V-6 also joins the lineup.

Significant Standard Features

• 241-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (IS 200t)
• Eight-speed automatic transmission
• Rear-wheel drive
• Power moonroof
• Xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights
• LED daytime running lights
• LED fog lights
• Heated side mirrors
• Keyless access with push-button start
• 60/40-split folding backseat
• Audio system with 7-inch screen
• Dual USB ports
• Bluetooth streaming audio
• Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

• 255-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (IS 300)
• 306-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (IS 350)
• Six-speed automatic (AWD models)
• LED headlights
• Heated steering wheel
• Backup camera
• Navigation system
• Mark Levinson premium audio
• Leather upholstery
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Lane departure warning
• Blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert
• Precollision system
• F Sport Package includes unique 18-inch wheels, an adaptive suspension, higher-friction brake pads, aluminum pedals and a leather-wrapped steering wheel, among other features