IS 500 F SPORT RWD
What the IS 500 F SPORT adds over the IS 300 (+$17,685)
| Spec | IS 300 | IS 500 F SPORT |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | EFI D-4ST | EFI D-4S |
| Horsepower | 241 hp | 472 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 395 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | In-line 4-cylinder, 2.0-liter twin-scroll turbocharged with intercooler, aluminum block and cylinder heads | V8, 5.0-liter, 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) | $40,585 | $58,270 |
| Overall length | 185.4 in | 187.3 in |
| Payload capacity | 975 lbs | 926 lbs |
| 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, 10.3-inch high resolution multimedia touchscreen (Navigation Package), 4-way adjustable headrests, All-wheel drive, Auto-dimming outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse, Black geometric interior trim with embossed door trim, Dark Chrome window trim, F SPORT 19-inch wheel staggered-width alloy wheels with summer (RWD) or all-season (AWD) tires, 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, Heated leather trim steering wheel, HomeLink® programmable garage door opener, LFA-inspired 8-inch TFT instrumentation with sliding bezel, Lexus Enform Destination Assist (included for first 3 yrs. of ownership), Lexus Enform Dynamic Navigation (included for first 3 yrs. of ownership), Lexus Memory System for driver's seat, outside mirrors and steering wheel, Lexus Memory System for steering wheel, Mark Levinson 17-speaker, 1800-watt Premium Surround Sound Audio System, Panoramic View Monitor, Power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, Premium Triple Beam LED Headlamps, RC F-inspired quad exhaust system, Raised front hood
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 | EFI D-4S |
| Engine type (full description) | V8, 5.0-liter, 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) | $58,270 |
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 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 |
| Payload capacity | 926 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 8.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety14 std · 1 opt
- All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
- Panoramic View Monitor
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
- 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
- Lexus Safety System+ 2.5
- Road Sign Assist
- Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM)
- Intuitive Parking Assist with Auto Braking optional
- Location specific Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
Infotainment25 std · 0 opt
- Automatic Collision Notification
- Emergency Assistance Button (SOS)
- Lexus mobile app services (Lexus Enform Remote, Lexus Drivers and more)
- Lexus Enform Remote with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant compatibility
- Lexus Enform Wi-Fi, 4GB/three-month trial
- Stolen Vehicle Notification
- 10-speaker Pioneer audio system
- Roadside Assistance
- 10.3-inch high resolution multimedia touchscreen (Navigation Package)
- 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 Destination Assist (included for first 3 yrs. of ownership)
- Lexus Enform Dynamic Navigation (included for first 3 yrs. of ownership)
- Lexus Enform Service Connect (complimentary 10-year subscription included)
- Mark Levinson 17-speaker, 1800-watt Premium Surround Sound Audio System
- Multimedia System with 8-inch color display 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
Convenience5 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)
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- Deodorizing + pollen removal clean air filter
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
Seating8 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
- Lexus Memory System for steering wheel
- 4-way adjustable headrests
- F SPORT bolstered heated and ventilated front seats
- Perforated Nuluxe® interior trim
Interior6 std · 3 opt
- Heated leather trim steering wheel
- Power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror with Homelink system optional
- Electrochromic rearview mirror with compass (without Navigation) optional
- Analog clock, exterior temperature gauge
- Black geometric interior trim with embossed door trim
- Heated and leather-trimmed steering wheel
- LFA-inspired 8-inch TFT instrumentation with sliding bezel
- Power Rear Sunshade (500 Premium) optional
Exterior12 std · 2 opt
- Power tilt and slide moonroof optional
- Auto-dimming (driver side only) heated outside mirrors
- Auto-dimming outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse
- Dark Chrome window trim
- F SPORT 19-inch wheel staggered-width alloy wheels with summer (RWD) or all-season (AWD) tires
- 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
- RC F-inspired quad exhaust system
- Raised front hood
- Shark fin antenna
- Side mirrors with integrated turn signals and puddle lamps
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers optional
- 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
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 IS. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the IS 500 F SPORT
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2023 Lexus IS IS 500 F SPORT?
The manufacturer lists $58,270 for the 2023 Lexus IS IS 500 F SPORT. That is $17,685 above the IS 300, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Lexus IS IS 500 F SPORT add over the IS 300?
Against the IS 300, 27 features become standard that the IS 300 does not and 21 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.