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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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.
S
2.5t and lately 2.4t have been rumored for quite a while... i assume it would be single turbo 2.4l from latest info, although it seems weird it would be 2.4l when their NA engines are 2.5l but indeed latest rumors from several spots say 2.4l. Weird.

300hp 2.5t seems quite ok engine to replace 3.5l GR outside of the US. IS500 would be also nice, and I dont see why not.
S
2.5t and lately 2.4t have been rumored for quite a while... i assume it would be single turbo 2.4l from latest info, although it seems weird it would be 2.4l when their NA engines are 2.5l but indeed latest rumors from several spots say 2.4l. Weird.

300hp 2.5t seems quite ok engine to replace 3.5l GR outside of the US. IS500 would be also nice, and I dont see why not.
S
2.5t and lately 2.4t have been rumored for quite a while... i assume it would be single turbo 2.4l from latest info, although it seems weird it would be 2.4l when their NA engines are 2.5l but indeed latest rumors from several spots say 2.4l. Weird.

300hp 2.5t seems quite ok engine to replace 3.5l GR outside of the US. IS500 would be also nice, and I dont see why not.
S
2.5t and lately 2.4t have been rumored for quite a while... i assume it would be single turbo 2.4l from latest info, although it seems weird it would be 2.4l when their NA engines are 2.5l but indeed latest rumors from several spots say 2.4l. Weird.

300hp 2.5t seems quite ok engine to replace 3.5l GR outside of the US. IS500 would be also nice, and I dont see why not.
Gecko
Looking at the numbers, the problem at this point is that with C43, Q50 3.0T Red Sport, S4, 340i and others, dropping the V35A-FTS into the IS basically has to happen just to remain competitive.

300hp 2.4/2.5T or TT I4 will likely be less desirable than a two decade old GR V6 for shoppers looking for additional performance, but it is fine for a base engine. 2.4/2.5L I4 makes little sense if a 2.0T will be more tax-friendly and can produce similar output. V35A-FTS might be a lot of engine for a car like this, but it's actually very competitive with other high performance engines in other compact/midsize cars.

Globally, they need ~270-300hp "IS 350" with 2.0T I4, ~215-220hp I4 hybrid "IS 300h" and ~400hp "IS 450" or "IS 500." IS F needs to be over 500hp, especially if GS F dies. If a 2.4/2.5L TT I4 could get to ~375hp, I think you could make the case that V35A-FTS isn't necessary, but that just seems really out of Lexus' character.
Gecko
Looking at the numbers, the problem at this point is that with C43, Q50 3.0T Red Sport, S4, 340i and others, dropping the V35A-FTS into the IS basically has to happen just to remain competitive.

300hp 2.4/2.5T or TT I4 will likely be less desirable than a two decade old GR V6 for shoppers looking for additional performance, but it is fine for a base engine. 2.4/2.5L I4 makes little sense if a 2.0T will be more tax-friendly and can produce similar output. V35A-FTS might be a lot of engine for a car like this, but it's actually very competitive with other high performance engines in other compact/midsize cars.

Globally, they need ~270-300hp "IS 350" with 2.0T I4, ~215-220hp I4 hybrid "IS 300h" and ~400hp "IS 450" or "IS 500." IS F needs to be over 500hp, especially if GS F dies. If a 2.4/2.5L TT I4 could get to ~375hp, I think you could make the case that V35A-FTS isn't necessary, but that just seems really out of Lexus' character.
Gecko
Looking at the numbers, the problem at this point is that with C43, Q50 3.0T Red Sport, S4, 340i and others, dropping the V35A-FTS into the IS basically has to happen just to remain competitive.

300hp 2.4/2.5T or TT I4 will likely be less desirable than a two decade old GR V6 for shoppers looking for additional performance, but it is fine for a base engine. 2.4/2.5L I4 makes little sense if a 2.0T will be more tax-friendly and can produce similar output. V35A-FTS might be a lot of engine for a car like this, but it's actually very competitive with other high performance engines in other compact/midsize cars.

Globally, they need ~270-300hp "IS 350" with 2.0T I4, ~215-220hp I4 hybrid "IS 300h" and ~400hp "IS 450" or "IS 500." IS F needs to be over 500hp, especially if GS F dies. If a 2.4/2.5L TT I4 could get to ~375hp, I think you could make the case that V35A-FTS isn't necessary, but that just seems really out of Lexus' character.
Gecko
Looking at the numbers, the problem at this point is that with C43, Q50 3.0T Red Sport, S4, 340i and others, dropping the V35A-FTS into the IS basically has to happen just to remain competitive.

300hp 2.4/2.5T or TT I4 will likely be less desirable than a two decade old GR V6 for shoppers looking for additional performance, but it is fine for a base engine. 2.4/2.5L I4 makes little sense if a 2.0T will be more tax-friendly and can produce similar output. V35A-FTS might be a lot of engine for a car like this, but it's actually very competitive with other high performance engines in other compact/midsize cars.

Globally, they need ~270-300hp "IS 350" with 2.0T I4, ~215-220hp I4 hybrid "IS 300h" and ~400hp "IS 450" or "IS 500." IS F needs to be over 500hp, especially if GS F dies. If a 2.4/2.5L TT I4 could get to ~375hp, I think you could make the case that V35A-FTS isn't necessary, but that just seems really out of Lexus' character.
krew
ssun30
You know, there is this almost religious defense for the 2GR on this forum that every time I suggest the next IS will not carry the 2GR I get defense like 'Americans like big naturally aspirated V6s' or 'Americans don't like turbos' when the best seller in the segment has a turbocharged inline-6.
I can not even imagine the reaction if Lexus uses the 2GR in the next-generation IS, given that we're still some time out from getting a new model. It would be indefensible.

(Reusing the 2GR-FE 3.5L V6 in the ES 350 is pushing it, but I'm willing to concede that it's the perfect fit for the sedan.)
krew
ssun30
You know, there is this almost religious defense for the 2GR on this forum that every time I suggest the next IS will not carry the 2GR I get defense like 'Americans like big naturally aspirated V6s' or 'Americans don't like turbos' when the best seller in the segment has a turbocharged inline-6.
I can not even imagine the reaction if Lexus uses the 2GR in the next-generation IS, given that we're still some time out from getting a new model. It would be indefensible.

(Reusing the 2GR-FE 3.5L V6 in the ES 350 is pushing it, but I'm willing to concede that it's the perfect fit for the sedan.)
krew
ssun30
You know, there is this almost religious defense for the 2GR on this forum that every time I suggest the next IS will not carry the 2GR I get defense like 'Americans like big naturally aspirated V6s' or 'Americans don't like turbos' when the best seller in the segment has a turbocharged inline-6.
I can not even imagine the reaction if Lexus uses the 2GR in the next-generation IS, given that we're still some time out from getting a new model. It would be indefensible.

(Reusing the 2GR-FE 3.5L V6 in the ES 350 is pushing it, but I'm willing to concede that it's the perfect fit for the sedan.)
krew
ssun30
You know, there is this almost religious defense for the 2GR on this forum that every time I suggest the next IS will not carry the 2GR I get defense like 'Americans like big naturally aspirated V6s' or 'Americans don't like turbos' when the best seller in the segment has a turbocharged inline-6.
I can not even imagine the reaction if Lexus uses the 2GR in the next-generation IS, given that we're still some time out from getting a new model. It would be indefensible.

(Reusing the 2GR-FE 3.5L V6 in the ES 350 is pushing it, but I'm willing to concede that it's the perfect fit for the sedan.)
T
krew
I can not even imagine the reaction if Lexus uses the 2GR in the next-generation IS, given that we're still some time out from getting a new model. It would be indefensible.

(Reusing the 2GR-FE 3.5L V6 in the ES 350 is pushing it, but I'm willing to concede that it's the perfect fit for the sedan.)
sorry to nitpick krew...nobody likes a nit picker I know...but the ES uses the 2GR-FKS not the FE. It has simulated Atkinson cycle and direct injection.
T
krew
I can not even imagine the reaction if Lexus uses the 2GR in the next-generation IS, given that we're still some time out from getting a new model. It would be indefensible.

(Reusing the 2GR-FE 3.5L V6 in the ES 350 is pushing it, but I'm willing to concede that it's the perfect fit for the sedan.)
sorry to nitpick krew...nobody likes a nit picker I know...but the ES uses the 2GR-FKS not the FE. It has simulated Atkinson cycle and direct injection.
T
krew
I can not even imagine the reaction if Lexus uses the 2GR in the next-generation IS, given that we're still some time out from getting a new model. It would be indefensible.

(Reusing the 2GR-FE 3.5L V6 in the ES 350 is pushing it, but I'm willing to concede that it's the perfect fit for the sedan.)
sorry to nitpick krew...nobody likes a nit picker I know...but the ES uses the 2GR-FKS not the FE. It has simulated Atkinson cycle and direct injection.
T
krew
I can not even imagine the reaction if Lexus uses the 2GR in the next-generation IS, given that we're still some time out from getting a new model. It would be indefensible.

(Reusing the 2GR-FE 3.5L V6 in the ES 350 is pushing it, but I'm willing to concede that it's the perfect fit for the sedan.)
sorry to nitpick krew...nobody likes a nit picker I know...but the ES uses the 2GR-FKS not the FE. It has simulated Atkinson cycle and direct injection.
peterharvey
thtupid
sorry to nitpick krew...nobody likes a nit picker I know...but the ES uses the 2GR-FKS not the FE. It has simulated Atkinson cycle and direct injection.
The 6ES still uses the FE.
The 7ES is not yet released.

He meant the FKS.
In any case, the FKS is only a minor refinement & evolution of the FE.
peterharvey
thtupid
sorry to nitpick krew...nobody likes a nit picker I know...but the ES uses the 2GR-FKS not the FE. It has simulated Atkinson cycle and direct injection.
The 6ES still uses the FE.
The 7ES is not yet released.

He meant the FKS.
In any case, the FKS is only a minor refinement & evolution of the FE.
peterharvey
thtupid
sorry to nitpick krew...nobody likes a nit picker I know...but the ES uses the 2GR-FKS not the FE. It has simulated Atkinson cycle and direct injection.
The 6ES still uses the FE.
The 7ES is not yet released.

He meant the FKS.
In any case, the FKS is only a minor refinement & evolution of the FE.
peterharvey
thtupid
sorry to nitpick krew...nobody likes a nit picker I know...but the ES uses the 2GR-FKS not the FE. It has simulated Atkinson cycle and direct injection.
The 6ES still uses the FE.
The 7ES is not yet released.

He meant the FKS.
In any case, the FKS is only a minor refinement & evolution of the FE.
T
GNS
2.5L seems rather small for a V6, I heard that the most common size is 3L and upwards.
This generally true, but Lexus does have a history of using 2.5l 6 cylinder engines. The ES250 had a 2.5l V6. The first gen IS250 had the 1JZ I6 while the second gen had the 4GR V6. However, they have also been following a trend over the last 2-3 decades of having larger and larger cylinders. Why have a complicated and bulky V6 when a 4cyl of the same displacement will be cheaper, smaller, lighter weight, just as powerful, and possibly more efficient? (the answer is NVH, btw)

A similar engine to the hypothetical 2.5T V6 would be Ford's 2.7l Ecoboost V6. It's found in a number of vehicles, including the F-150. An interesting fact about it is that is uses a cylinder block made of compacted graphite iron instead of aluminum. Supposedly, this material is close to aluminum in strength-to-weight ratio for engine blocks.

On another note, I could see a car with a RWD version of the A25A-FKS being good, but the IS is just too heavy for it. That's an issue that keeps popping up with basically every Lexus vehicle: They're too heavy, especially if equipped with their base engine.
T
GNS
2.5L seems rather small for a V6, I heard that the most common size is 3L and upwards.
This generally true, but Lexus does have a history of using 2.5l 6 cylinder engines. The ES250 had a 2.5l V6. The first gen IS250 had the 1JZ I6 while the second gen had the 4GR V6. However, they have also been following a trend over the last 2-3 decades of having larger and larger cylinders. Why have a complicated and bulky V6 when a 4cyl of the same displacement will be cheaper, smaller, lighter weight, just as powerful, and possibly more efficient? (the answer is NVH, btw)

A similar engine to the hypothetical 2.5T V6 would be Ford's 2.7l Ecoboost V6. It's found in a number of vehicles, including the F-150. An interesting fact about it is that is uses a cylinder block made of compacted graphite iron instead of aluminum. Supposedly, this material is close to aluminum in strength-to-weight ratio for engine blocks.

On another note, I could see a car with a RWD version of the A25A-FKS being good, but the IS is just too heavy for it. That's an issue that keeps popping up with basically every Lexus vehicle: They're too heavy, especially if equipped with their base engine.
T
GNS
2.5L seems rather small for a V6, I heard that the most common size is 3L and upwards.
This generally true, but Lexus does have a history of using 2.5l 6 cylinder engines. The ES250 had a 2.5l V6. The first gen IS250 had the 1JZ I6 while the second gen had the 4GR V6. However, they have also been following a trend over the last 2-3 decades of having larger and larger cylinders. Why have a complicated and bulky V6 when a 4cyl of the same displacement will be cheaper, smaller, lighter weight, just as powerful, and possibly more efficient? (the answer is NVH, btw)

A similar engine to the hypothetical 2.5T V6 would be Ford's 2.7l Ecoboost V6. It's found in a number of vehicles, including the F-150. An interesting fact about it is that is uses a cylinder block made of compacted graphite iron instead of aluminum. Supposedly, this material is close to aluminum in strength-to-weight ratio for engine blocks.

On another note, I could see a car with a RWD version of the A25A-FKS being good, but the IS is just too heavy for it. That's an issue that keeps popping up with basically every Lexus vehicle: They're too heavy, especially if equipped with their base engine.
T
GNS
2.5L seems rather small for a V6, I heard that the most common size is 3L and upwards.
This generally true, but Lexus does have a history of using 2.5l 6 cylinder engines. The ES250 had a 2.5l V6. The first gen IS250 had the 1JZ I6 while the second gen had the 4GR V6. However, they have also been following a trend over the last 2-3 decades of having larger and larger cylinders. Why have a complicated and bulky V6 when a 4cyl of the same displacement will be cheaper, smaller, lighter weight, just as powerful, and possibly more efficient? (the answer is NVH, btw)

A similar engine to the hypothetical 2.5T V6 would be Ford's 2.7l Ecoboost V6. It's found in a number of vehicles, including the F-150. An interesting fact about it is that is uses a cylinder block made of compacted graphite iron instead of aluminum. Supposedly, this material is close to aluminum in strength-to-weight ratio for engine blocks.

On another note, I could see a car with a RWD version of the A25A-FKS being good, but the IS is just too heavy for it. That's an issue that keeps popping up with basically every Lexus vehicle: They're too heavy, especially if equipped with their base engine.
L
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......
Thank you F1 Silver Arrows! I hope to be able to share good news with everyone And no I do not work for lexus...maybe one day though! At the moment I will just be sharing the information I am given.

So what I know is this; the N/A V6 is now too old for tax, economy and new regulations (Europe) and because Europe never received the 3.5 V6. The 2.5 V6 TT will be the main petrol variant here while America and other markets will see the new 3.5 TT V6. All manufactures are creating potent small displacement cars but with variety...for instance BMW uses a 2.0 petrol but markets them at 116, 118, 120, 125 and now 130 and 135. While Lexus is basically reusing the 2.5 V6 but reinventing it to compete against mid end performance vehicles and with much better efficiency then ever before. The V8 TT will be used in F variants...At least for now.
This is the lineup of what I know:
IS300 - 2.0T
IS300H - 2.5 Hybrid
IS350 - 2.5 TT V6
IS400/500 - 3.5 TT V6
IS500H - 3.5 V6 Hybrid
ISF? - 4.0 V8 TT? Or Turbocharged Hybrid?

Lexus needs the variation in its model lineups! The German manufacturers have so many and thus they are the biggest selling products in the U.K. and Europe. If the ISF does arrive in dealships this will be the performance version for us while America, Canada and other markets will see this whole line up and an ISF if/when it arrives except maybe the IS300 (2.0T) but don’t take my word for it.

I hope this helps! If you have anymore questions feel free to ask and I will get an answer for you
L
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......
Thank you F1 Silver Arrows! I hope to be able to share good news with everyone And no I do not work for lexus...maybe one day though! At the moment I will just be sharing the information I am given.

So what I know is this; the N/A V6 is now too old for tax, economy and new regulations (Europe) and because Europe never received the 3.5 V6. The 2.5 V6 TT will be the main petrol variant here while America and other markets will see the new 3.5 TT V6. All manufactures are creating potent small displacement cars but with variety...for instance BMW uses a 2.0 petrol but markets them at 116, 118, 120, 125 and now 130 and 135. While Lexus is basically reusing the 2.5 V6 but reinventing it to compete against mid end performance vehicles and with much better efficiency then ever before. The V8 TT will be used in F variants...At least for now.
This is the lineup of what I know:
IS300 - 2.0T
IS300H - 2.5 Hybrid
IS350 - 2.5 TT V6
IS400/500 - 3.5 TT V6
IS500H - 3.5 V6 Hybrid
ISF? - 4.0 V8 TT? Or Turbocharged Hybrid?

Lexus needs the variation in its model lineups! The German manufacturers have so many and thus they are the biggest selling products in the U.K. and Europe. If the ISF does arrive in dealships this will be the performance version for us while America, Canada and other markets will see this whole line up and an ISF if/when it arrives except maybe the IS300 (2.0T) but don’t take my word for it.

I hope this helps! If you have anymore questions feel free to ask and I will get an answer for you
L
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......
Thank you F1 Silver Arrows! I hope to be able to share good news with everyone And no I do not work for lexus...maybe one day though! At the moment I will just be sharing the information I am given.

So what I know is this; the N/A V6 is now too old for tax, economy and new regulations (Europe) and because Europe never received the 3.5 V6. The 2.5 V6 TT will be the main petrol variant here while America and other markets will see the new 3.5 TT V6. All manufactures are creating potent small displacement cars but with variety...for instance BMW uses a 2.0 petrol but markets them at 116, 118, 120, 125 and now 130 and 135. While Lexus is basically reusing the 2.5 V6 but reinventing it to compete against mid end performance vehicles and with much better efficiency then ever before. The V8 TT will be used in F variants...At least for now.
This is the lineup of what I know:
IS300 - 2.0T
IS300H - 2.5 Hybrid
IS350 - 2.5 TT V6
IS400/500 - 3.5 TT V6
IS500H - 3.5 V6 Hybrid
ISF? - 4.0 V8 TT? Or Turbocharged Hybrid?

Lexus needs the variation in its model lineups! The German manufacturers have so many and thus they are the biggest selling products in the U.K. and Europe. If the ISF does arrive in dealships this will be the performance version for us while America, Canada and other markets will see this whole line up and an ISF if/when it arrives except maybe the IS300 (2.0T) but don’t take my word for it.

I hope this helps! If you have anymore questions feel free to ask and I will get an answer for you
L
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......
Thank you F1 Silver Arrows! I hope to be able to share good news with everyone And no I do not work for lexus...maybe one day though! At the moment I will just be sharing the information I am given.

So what I know is this; the N/A V6 is now too old for tax, economy and new regulations (Europe) and because Europe never received the 3.5 V6. The 2.5 V6 TT will be the main petrol variant here while America and other markets will see the new 3.5 TT V6. All manufactures are creating potent small displacement cars but with variety...for instance BMW uses a 2.0 petrol but markets them at 116, 118, 120, 125 and now 130 and 135. While Lexus is basically reusing the 2.5 V6 but reinventing it to compete against mid end performance vehicles and with much better efficiency then ever before. The V8 TT will be used in F variants...At least for now.
This is the lineup of what I know:
IS300 - 2.0T
IS300H - 2.5 Hybrid
IS350 - 2.5 TT V6
IS400/500 - 3.5 TT V6
IS500H - 3.5 V6 Hybrid
ISF? - 4.0 V8 TT? Or Turbocharged Hybrid?

Lexus needs the variation in its model lineups! The German manufacturers have so many and thus they are the biggest selling products in the U.K. and Europe. If the ISF does arrive in dealships this will be the performance version for us while America, Canada and other markets will see this whole line up and an ISF if/when it arrives except maybe the IS300 (2.0T) but don’t take my word for it.

I hope this helps! If you have anymore questions feel free to ask and I will get an answer for you
G
LexiF
So what I know is this; the N/A V6 is now too old for tax, economy and new regulations (Europe) and because Europe never received the 3.5 V6. The 2.5 V6 TT will be the main petrol variant here while America and other markets will see the new 3.5 TT V6. All manufactures are creating potent small displacement cars but with variety...for instance BMW uses a 2.0 petrol but markets them at 116, 118, 120, 125 and now 130 and 135. While Lexus is basically reusing the 2.5 V6 but reinventing it to compete against mid end performance vehicles and with much better efficiency then ever before. The V8 TT will be used in F variants...At least for now.
This is the lineup of what I know:
IS300 - 2.0T
IS300H - 2.5 Hybrid
IS350 - 2.5 TT V6
IS400/500 - 3.5 TT V6
IS500H - 3.5 V6 Hybrid
ISF? - 4.0 V8 TT? Or Turbocharged Hybrid?

Lexus needs the variation in its model lineups! The German manufacturers have so many and thus they are the biggest selling products in the U.K. and Europe. If the ISF does arrive in dealships this will be the performance version for us while America, Canada and other markets will see this whole line up and an ISF if/when it arrives except maybe the IS300 (2.0T) but don’t take my word for it.

I hope this helps! If you have anymore questions feel free to ask and I will get an answer for you
Hey, thanks for the info! I'm especially excited to hear of the upcoming availability of the V35A-FTS in the IS lineup. Any idea which tier of BMW / Audi / Infiniti the IS400 is meant to compete against?

For example, I'm interested in the class of turbo 6 cylinder sport sedans occupied by the likes of the BMW 340i, Audi S4, MB C43 AMG, Infiniti Q50 RS, the rumored TLX Type-S and the Genesis G70...I'm wondering if the IS400 is going to compete against those?

G