IS 500 RWD
What the IS 500 adds over the IS 300 (+$17,725)
| Spec | IS 300 | IS 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 335.3 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Rear brake diameter | 297.2 mm | 322.6 mm |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3715 lbs | 3891 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3715 lbs | 3891 lbs |
| Aspiration | twin turbo | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 1998 cc | 5969 cc |
| Fuel injection system | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI, D-4ST) | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI, D-4S) |
| Horsepower | 241 hp | 472 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 395 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | In-line 4-cylinder aluminum block and cylinder heads | V8, aluminum block and cylinder heads |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4690 lbs | 4817 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 21 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 21 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 31 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $40,275 | $58,000 |
| Overall length | 185.4 in | 187.3 in |
| Tire size | 235/45R18 | Fr: 235/40R19, R: 265/35R19 |
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 19 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat including lumbar support, All-wheel drive, Auto-dimming outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse, Auto-dimming rearview mirror with Homelink system, Dynamic voice command, Electrochromic rearview mirror with compass (without Navigation), F SPORT bolstered heated and ventilated front seats, F SPORT exterior styling including unique front and rear bumpers, grille surround, rear spoiler and exhaust tips, F SPORT suspension tuning, Heated and leather-trimmed steering wheel, Heated and ventilated front seats, Heated front seats, HomeLink® programmable garage door opener, Intuitive Parking Assist with Auto Braking, LFA-inspired 8-inch TFT instrumentation with sliding bezel, Lexus Memory System for driver's seat, outside mirrors and steering wheel, Lexus Memory System for driver's seat, outside mirrors and steering wheel, Memory Package - Lexus Memory System for driver's seat, outside mirrors and steering wheel (IS 500 Base), Navigation Package - 10.3-inch high resolution multimedia touchscreen, Panoramic View Monitor, Power rear sunshade, Power tilt and slide moonroof, Power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, Premium Triple Beam LED Headlamps (500 Premium), RC F-inspired quad exhaust system, Rain-sensing windshield wipers
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 355.6 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 322.6 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 10.8 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 90.2 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Lexus Enform |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 36 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 36 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in |
| Overall height | 56.5 in |
| Overall length | 187.3 in |
| Overall width | 72.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 5969 cc |
| Fuel injection system | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI, D-4S) |
| Engine type (full description) | V8, aluminum block and cylinder heads |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 472 hp |
| Torque | 395 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 17 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 20 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 25 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 91 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.4 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 38.2 in |
| Third-row headroom | 36.9 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 44.8 in |
| Third-row legroom | 32.2 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $58,000 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 55.9 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 53.4 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack and Pinion with EPS |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 34.2 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Double wishbone type with high-mount upper arms, coil springs, gas-filled shock absorbers and stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with coil springs, gas-filled shock absorbers and stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | Fr: 235/40R19, R: 265/35R19 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.1 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3891 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3891 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4817 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 8.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety13 std · 0 opt
- All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
- Panoramic View Monitor
- Enhanced Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
- Anti-lock Braking System 4 channel, 4 sensor
- Backup camera with dynamic grid lines
- Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
- Intelligent High Beam
- Intuitive Parking Assist with Auto Braking
- Road Sign Assist
- Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM)
- Location specific Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
Infotainment18 std · 0 opt
- Lexus Enform Wi-Fi, 4GB/three-month trial
- 10-speaker Pioneer audio system
- 4.2-inch MID screen
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay integration
- Bluetooth® hands free phone and automatic phonebook download capabilities
- Bluetooth® streaming audio
- CD player
- Dynamic voice command
- HD Radio™
- Lexus Enform Remote with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant compatibility (first 3 years)
- Lexus Enform Safety Connect (3-year trial) - Emergency Assistance Button (SOS), Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, Stolen Vehicle Notification
- Lexus Enform Service Connect (complimentary 10-year subscription)
- Multimedia System with 8-inch color display touchscreen
- Navigation Package - 10.3-inch high resolution multimedia touchscreen
- Paddle shifters for eight-speed transmission (six-speed for AWD)
- Remote Touch Interface (RTI) pad with back button
- SiriusXM 3-Month Platinum Plan Trial Subscription
Convenience6 std · 0 opt
- SmartAccess with push-button Start/Stop
- 1 DC outlet, 1 AUX and 2 USB jacks in console box
- First aid kit
- HomeLink® programmable garage door opener
- Lexus Personalized Settings (LPS)
- Memory Package - Lexus Memory System for driver's seat, outside mirrors and steering wheel (IS 500 Base)
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- Deodorizing + pollen removal clean air filter
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
Seating6 std · 0 opt
- 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat including lumbar support
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated front seats
- Lexus Memory System for driver's seat, outside mirrors and steering wheel
- F SPORT bolstered heated and ventilated front seats
- Perforated Nuluxe® interior trim
Interior7 std · 0 opt
- Heated and leather-trimmed steering wheel
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror with Homelink system
- Electrochromic rearview mirror with compass (without Navigation)
- Power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel
- Analog clock, exterior temperature gauge
- LFA-inspired 8-inch TFT instrumentation with sliding bezel
- Power rear sunshade
Exterior11 std · 0 opt
- Power tilt and slide moonroof
- Auto-dimming (driver side only) heated outside mirrors
- Auto-dimming outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse
- F SPORT exterior styling including unique front and rear bumpers, grille surround, rear spoiler and exhaust tips
- LED headlamps, taillamps, and daytime running lights
- Premium Triple Beam LED Headlamps (500 Premium)
- RC F-inspired quad exhaust system
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Shark fin antenna
- Side mirrors with integrated turn signals and puddle lamps
- Spare Tire/Wheel Temporary
Powertrain2 std · 0 opt
- All-wheel drive
- Driver Selectable Drive Modes (Eco, Normal, Sport)
Chassis1 std · 0 opt
- F SPORT suspension tuning
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 IS. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the IS 500
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2022 Lexus IS IS 500?
The manufacturer lists $58,000 for the 2022 Lexus IS IS 500. That is $17,725 above the IS 300, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2022 Lexus IS IS 500 add over the IS 300?
Against the IS 300, 26 features become standard that the IS 300 does not and 20 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.