Rendered: The Next-Generation Lexus IS Sedan

Posted by Kevin on October 5th, 2018

Renderings of the next-generation Lexus IS are a favorite of the Japanese automotive press — this attempt by (a currently unknown) magazine was posted yesterday by a Lexus fan on Instagram:

Lexus IS Rear Next-Generation

The differences between this photochop and the existing model are minimal — the only changes are with the front and rear bumpers, making this rendering seem more like a mid-cycle refresh. That said, the design of the current IS sedan has never been a weakness, and maintaining some consistency across generations would not be a bad move.

The magazine mentions a 2021 release along with some preliminary dimensions:

Lexus IS Dimensions Next-Generation

Compared to the current model, the next-generation IS length and wheelbase would grow by 4cm, with all other measurements staying the same. Also mentioned is a 2.5L engine with 181 horsepower, which makes absolutely no sense and I’m choosing to ignore.

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LexiF
Hello all I’ve just joined and is my first post in which I hope will be good news!

After breaking balls at lexus dealerships I’ve come into contact with an insider who has enlightened me to some very interesting news which we will see in the near future! For the next generation IS we will be seeing the LC’s hybrid system to take on the diesel competition as well as the established IS300h plus for those seeking a petrol variant there will be either a 200t or 300t (2.5TT V6) and a new IS400. A 400bhp+ 3.5TT V6 and is not an ISF as this is still in planing which “apparently” will return but am waiting for confirmation as to what engine will used. I have more information but will find the threads designated to what I know so far.

P.S the new IS generation will be coming the end of 2019 - beginning of 2020.
Will this rumored IS400 take the place of the current IS350 in terms of hierarchy and pricing?

Here in Canada, we have the IS300 RWD with the base 2.0T, then the IS300 AWD with a 3.5L V6, and topped by the IS350 AWD with the same 3.5L V6 but tuned to full power.

So basically you're saying that there will be a base 2.0T, a mid-range 2.5T for the IS300, and a 3.5TT V6 for what was formerly the IS350?
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LexiF
Hello all I’ve just joined and is my first post in which I hope will be good news!

After breaking balls at lexus dealerships I’ve come into contact with an insider who has enlightened me to some very interesting news which we will see in the near future! For the next generation IS we will be seeing the LC’s hybrid system to take on the diesel competition as well as the established IS300h plus for those seeking a petrol variant there will be either a 200t or 300t (2.5TT V6) and a new IS400. A 400bhp+ 3.5TT V6 and is not an ISF as this is still in planing which “apparently” will return but am waiting for confirmation as to what engine will used. I have more information but will find the threads designated to what I know so far.

P.S the new IS generation will be coming the end of 2019 - beginning of 2020.
Will this rumored IS400 take the place of the current IS350 in terms of hierarchy and pricing?

Here in Canada, we have the IS300 RWD with the base 2.0T, then the IS300 AWD with a 3.5L V6, and topped by the IS350 AWD with the same 3.5L V6 but tuned to full power.

So basically you're saying that there will be a base 2.0T, a mid-range 2.5T for the IS300, and a 3.5TT V6 for what was formerly the IS350?
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LexiF
Hello all I’ve just joined and is my first post in which I hope will be good news!

After breaking balls at lexus dealerships I’ve come into contact with an insider who has enlightened me to some very interesting news which we will see in the near future! For the next generation IS we will be seeing the LC’s hybrid system to take on the diesel competition as well as the established IS300h plus for those seeking a petrol variant there will be either a 200t or 300t (2.5TT V6) and a new IS400. A 400bhp+ 3.5TT V6 and is not an ISF as this is still in planing which “apparently” will return but am waiting for confirmation as to what engine will used. I have more information but will find the threads designated to what I know so far.

P.S the new IS generation will be coming the end of 2019 - beginning of 2020.
Will this rumored IS400 take the place of the current IS350 in terms of hierarchy and pricing?

Here in Canada, we have the IS300 RWD with the base 2.0T, then the IS300 AWD with a 3.5L V6, and topped by the IS350 AWD with the same 3.5L V6 but tuned to full power.

So basically you're saying that there will be a base 2.0T, a mid-range 2.5T for the IS300, and a 3.5TT V6 for what was formerly the IS350?
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GNS
So basically you're saying that there will be a base 2.0T, a mid-range 2.5T for the IS300, and a 3.5TT V6 for what was formerly the IS350?
Most likely that a 2.5T would take the spot of the 2GR and take the IS350 designation because they should have similar power output. What I don't get is that LexiF seems to be saying that an IS "400" would get the same powertrain as a LS "500."

Seriously, Lexus' model numbering is getting stupid.
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GNS
So basically you're saying that there will be a base 2.0T, a mid-range 2.5T for the IS300, and a 3.5TT V6 for what was formerly the IS350?
Most likely that a 2.5T would take the spot of the 2GR and take the IS350 designation because they should have similar power output. What I don't get is that LexiF seems to be saying that an IS "400" would get the same powertrain as a LS "500."

Seriously, Lexus' model numbering is getting stupid.
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GNS
So basically you're saying that there will be a base 2.0T, a mid-range 2.5T for the IS300, and a 3.5TT V6 for what was formerly the IS350?
Most likely that a 2.5T would take the spot of the 2GR and take the IS350 designation because they should have similar power output. What I don't get is that LexiF seems to be saying that an IS "400" would get the same powertrain as a LS "500."

Seriously, Lexus' model numbering is getting stupid.
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GNS
So basically you're saying that there will be a base 2.0T, a mid-range 2.5T for the IS300, and a 3.5TT V6 for what was formerly the IS350?
Most likely that a 2.5T would take the spot of the 2GR and take the IS350 designation because they should have similar power output. What I don't get is that LexiF seems to be saying that an IS "400" would get the same powertrain as a LS "500."

Seriously, Lexus' model numbering is getting stupid.
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TheNerdyPotato
Most likely that a 2.5T would take the spot of the 2GR and take the IS350 designation because they should have similar power output. What I don't get is that LexiF seems to be saying that an IS "400" would get the same powertrain as a LS "500."

Seriously, Lexus' model numbering is getting stupid.
In this scenario, what price point would the range topping (non-F model) IS be? Would it be competing with the BMW 340i, Audi S4 at that point?
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TheNerdyPotato
Most likely that a 2.5T would take the spot of the 2GR and take the IS350 designation because they should have similar power output. What I don't get is that LexiF seems to be saying that an IS "400" would get the same powertrain as a LS "500."

Seriously, Lexus' model numbering is getting stupid.
In this scenario, what price point would the range topping (non-F model) IS be? Would it be competing with the BMW 340i, Audi S4 at that point?
G
TheNerdyPotato
Most likely that a 2.5T would take the spot of the 2GR and take the IS350 designation because they should have similar power output. What I don't get is that LexiF seems to be saying that an IS "400" would get the same powertrain as a LS "500."

Seriously, Lexus' model numbering is getting stupid.
In this scenario, what price point would the range topping (non-F model) IS be? Would it be competing with the BMW 340i, Audi S4 at that point?
G
TheNerdyPotato
Most likely that a 2.5T would take the spot of the 2GR and take the IS350 designation because they should have similar power output. What I don't get is that LexiF seems to be saying that an IS "400" would get the same powertrain as a LS "500."

Seriously, Lexus' model numbering is getting stupid.
In this scenario, what price point would the range topping (non-F model) IS be? Would it be competing with the BMW 340i, Audi S4 at that point?
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GNS
In this scenario, what price point would the range topping (non-F model) IS be? Would it be competing with the BMW 340i, Audi S4 at that point?
Yeah, a starting price in the high 40s USD sounds about right, given that the starting price for a 300 is $38k and the 350 is about $42k.
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GNS
In this scenario, what price point would the range topping (non-F model) IS be? Would it be competing with the BMW 340i, Audi S4 at that point?
Yeah, a starting price in the high 40s USD sounds about right, given that the starting price for a 300 is $38k and the 350 is about $42k.
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GNS
In this scenario, what price point would the range topping (non-F model) IS be? Would it be competing with the BMW 340i, Audi S4 at that point?
Yeah, a starting price in the high 40s USD sounds about right, given that the starting price for a 300 is $38k and the 350 is about $42k.
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GNS
In this scenario, what price point would the range topping (non-F model) IS be? Would it be competing with the BMW 340i, Audi S4 at that point?
Yeah, a starting price in the high 40s USD sounds about right, given that the starting price for a 300 is $38k and the 350 is about $42k.
F1 Silver Arrows
LexiF
Hello all I’ve just joined and is my first post in which I hope will be good news!

After breaking balls at lexus dealerships I’ve come into contact with an insider who has enlightened me to some very interesting news which we will see in the near future! For the next generation IS we will be seeing the LC’s hybrid system to take on the diesel competition as well as the established IS300h plus for those seeking a petrol variant there will be either a 200t or 300t (2.5TT V6) and a new IS400. A 400bhp+ 3.5TT V6 and is not an ISF as this is still in planing which “apparently” will return but am waiting for confirmation as to what engine will used. I have more information but will find the threads designated to what I know so far.

P.S the new IS generation will be coming the end of 2019 - beginning of 2020.
Welcome to Lexus Enthusiast @LexiF! First of all, these are very cool rumors in regards to the next generation IS. We hope you like it here and would be cool if you are also another insider like some of our fellow friends who have kindly given us some insights, notably @Carmaker1.

Now, the only part of your insider information that raises red flags for me is the 2.5 L Twin-Turbocharged V6. Why would they go for such a low displacement?? Isn't a four cylinder more suitable for that? More space per cylinder? We did have a 2.5 L Naturally Aspirated V6 but this is just weird.

And oh yes, please do find information in regards to the F model. Please be TT V8, please be TT V8......
F1 Silver Arrows
LexiF
Hello all I’ve just joined and is my first post in which I hope will be good news!

After breaking balls at lexus dealerships I’ve come into contact with an insider who has enlightened me to some very interesting news which we will see in the near future! For the next generation IS we will be seeing the LC’s hybrid system to take on the diesel competition as well as the established IS300h plus for those seeking a petrol variant there will be either a 200t or 300t (2.5TT V6) and a new IS400. A 400bhp+ 3.5TT V6 and is not an ISF as this is still in planing which “apparently” will return but am waiting for confirmation as to what engine will used. I have more information but will find the threads designated to what I know so far.

P.S the new IS generation will be coming the end of 2019 - beginning of 2020.
Welcome to Lexus Enthusiast @LexiF! First of all, these are very cool rumors in regards to the next generation IS. We hope you like it here and would be cool if you are also another insider like some of our fellow friends who have kindly given us some insights, notably @Carmaker1.

Now, the only part of your insider information that raises red flags for me is the 2.5 L Twin-Turbocharged V6. Why would they go for such a low displacement?? Isn't a four cylinder more suitable for that? More space per cylinder? We did have a 2.5 L Naturally Aspirated V6 but this is just weird.

And oh yes, please do find information in regards to the F model. Please be TT V8, please be TT V8......
F1 Silver Arrows
LexiF
Hello all I’ve just joined and is my first post in which I hope will be good news!

After breaking balls at lexus dealerships I’ve come into contact with an insider who has enlightened me to some very interesting news which we will see in the near future! For the next generation IS we will be seeing the LC’s hybrid system to take on the diesel competition as well as the established IS300h plus for those seeking a petrol variant there will be either a 200t or 300t (2.5TT V6) and a new IS400. A 400bhp+ 3.5TT V6 and is not an ISF as this is still in planing which “apparently” will return but am waiting for confirmation as to what engine will used. I have more information but will find the threads designated to what I know so far.

P.S the new IS generation will be coming the end of 2019 - beginning of 2020.
Welcome to Lexus Enthusiast @LexiF! First of all, these are very cool rumors in regards to the next generation IS. We hope you like it here and would be cool if you are also another insider like some of our fellow friends who have kindly given us some insights, notably @Carmaker1.

Now, the only part of your insider information that raises red flags for me is the 2.5 L Twin-Turbocharged V6. Why would they go for such a low displacement?? Isn't a four cylinder more suitable for that? More space per cylinder? We did have a 2.5 L Naturally Aspirated V6 but this is just weird.

And oh yes, please do find information in regards to the F model. Please be TT V8, please be TT V8......
F1 Silver Arrows
LexiF
Hello all I’ve just joined and is my first post in which I hope will be good news!

After breaking balls at lexus dealerships I’ve come into contact with an insider who has enlightened me to some very interesting news which we will see in the near future! For the next generation IS we will be seeing the LC’s hybrid system to take on the diesel competition as well as the established IS300h plus for those seeking a petrol variant there will be either a 200t or 300t (2.5TT V6) and a new IS400. A 400bhp+ 3.5TT V6 and is not an ISF as this is still in planing which “apparently” will return but am waiting for confirmation as to what engine will used. I have more information but will find the threads designated to what I know so far.

P.S the new IS generation will be coming the end of 2019 - beginning of 2020.
Welcome to Lexus Enthusiast @LexiF! First of all, these are very cool rumors in regards to the next generation IS. We hope you like it here and would be cool if you are also another insider like some of our fellow friends who have kindly given us some insights, notably @Carmaker1.

Now, the only part of your insider information that raises red flags for me is the 2.5 L Twin-Turbocharged V6. Why would they go for such a low displacement?? Isn't a four cylinder more suitable for that? More space per cylinder? We did have a 2.5 L Naturally Aspirated V6 but this is just weird.

And oh yes, please do find information in regards to the F model. Please be TT V8, please be TT V8......
bogglo
F1 Silver Arrows
Welcome to Lexus Enthusiast @LexiF! First of all, these are very cool rumors in regards to the next generation IS. We hope you like it here and would be cool if you are also another insider like some of our fellow friends who have kindly given us some insights, notably @Carmaker1.

Now, the only part of your insider information that raises red flags for me is the 2.5 L Twin-Turbocharged V6. Why would they go for such a low displacement?? Isn't a four cylinder more suitable for that? More space per cylinder? We did have a 2.5 L Naturally Aspirated V6 but this is just weird.

And oh yes, please do find information in regards to the F model. Please be TT V8, please be TT V8......
Actually a 2.5L tt v6(if replacing 2.ot) looks like something lexus will do considering how they dont like to stress their engine. Although, I feel like a 3.0 would be better.
bogglo
F1 Silver Arrows
Welcome to Lexus Enthusiast @LexiF! First of all, these are very cool rumors in regards to the next generation IS. We hope you like it here and would be cool if you are also another insider like some of our fellow friends who have kindly given us some insights, notably @Carmaker1.

Now, the only part of your insider information that raises red flags for me is the 2.5 L Twin-Turbocharged V6. Why would they go for such a low displacement?? Isn't a four cylinder more suitable for that? More space per cylinder? We did have a 2.5 L Naturally Aspirated V6 but this is just weird.

And oh yes, please do find information in regards to the F model. Please be TT V8, please be TT V8......
Actually a 2.5L tt v6(if replacing 2.ot) looks like something lexus will do considering how they dont like to stress their engine. Although, I feel like a 3.0 would be better.
bogglo
F1 Silver Arrows
Welcome to Lexus Enthusiast @LexiF! First of all, these are very cool rumors in regards to the next generation IS. We hope you like it here and would be cool if you are also another insider like some of our fellow friends who have kindly given us some insights, notably @Carmaker1.

Now, the only part of your insider information that raises red flags for me is the 2.5 L Twin-Turbocharged V6. Why would they go for such a low displacement?? Isn't a four cylinder more suitable for that? More space per cylinder? We did have a 2.5 L Naturally Aspirated V6 but this is just weird.

And oh yes, please do find information in regards to the F model. Please be TT V8, please be TT V8......
Actually a 2.5L tt v6(if replacing 2.ot) looks like something lexus will do considering how they dont like to stress their engine. Although, I feel like a 3.0 would be better.
bogglo
F1 Silver Arrows
Welcome to Lexus Enthusiast @LexiF! First of all, these are very cool rumors in regards to the next generation IS. We hope you like it here and would be cool if you are also another insider like some of our fellow friends who have kindly given us some insights, notably @Carmaker1.

Now, the only part of your insider information that raises red flags for me is the 2.5 L Twin-Turbocharged V6. Why would they go for such a low displacement?? Isn't a four cylinder more suitable for that? More space per cylinder? We did have a 2.5 L Naturally Aspirated V6 but this is just weird.

And oh yes, please do find information in regards to the F model. Please be TT V8, please be TT V8......
Actually a 2.5L tt v6(if replacing 2.ot) looks like something lexus will do considering how they dont like to stress their engine. Although, I feel like a 3.0 would be better.
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Given their pursuit of high displacement per cylinder I will take that comment with a kilogram of salt.
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Given their pursuit of high displacement per cylinder I will take that comment with a kilogram of salt.
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Given their pursuit of high displacement per cylinder I will take that comment with a kilogram of salt.
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Given their pursuit of high displacement per cylinder I will take that comment with a kilogram of salt.
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ssun30
Given their pursuit of high displacement per cylinder I will take that comment with a kilogram of salt.
2.5L seems rather small for a V6, I heard that the most common size is 3L and upwards.
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ssun30
Given their pursuit of high displacement per cylinder I will take that comment with a kilogram of salt.
2.5L seems rather small for a V6, I heard that the most common size is 3L and upwards.
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ssun30
Given their pursuit of high displacement per cylinder I will take that comment with a kilogram of salt.
2.5L seems rather small for a V6, I heard that the most common size is 3L and upwards.

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