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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sl0519
This looks like a current GS with new LS having a baby...
Is this as close as we can get? or just an imagination?
Is the Nike swoosh still there? Not a deal breaker...but I never liked it.
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sl0519
This looks like a current GS with new LS having a baby...
Is this as close as we can get? or just an imagination?
Is the Nike swoosh still there? Not a deal breaker...but I never liked it.
Joaquin Ruhi
Color me skeptical about that rendering. I don't see the 4IS's greenhouse having a third side window between the C and D pillars (unless the IS grows to Crown and what would've been 5GS size). I don't expect 4IS to have such separate "Nike swoosh" daytime running lights as the current 3IS when other newer models (LC, 5LS, 7ES, UX, even RC facelift) have been moving the DRLs and main headlights closer together, or even as a single unit. Finally, that broad horizontal bar in the spindle grille bisected by the "circle L" logo reminds me too much of the latest Toyota RAV4. It certainly doesn't belong in a Lexus car.
Joaquin Ruhi
Color me skeptical about that rendering. I don't see the 4IS's greenhouse having a third side window between the C and D pillars (unless the IS grows to Crown and what would've been 5GS size). I don't expect 4IS to have such separate "Nike swoosh" daytime running lights as the current 3IS when other newer models (LC, 5LS, 7ES, UX, even RC facelift) have been moving the DRLs and main headlights closer together, or even as a single unit. Finally, that broad horizontal bar in the spindle grille bisected by the "circle L" logo reminds me too much of the latest Toyota RAV4. It certainly doesn't belong in a Lexus car.
Joaquin Ruhi
Color me skeptical about that rendering. I don't see the 4IS's greenhouse having a third side window between the C and D pillars (unless the IS grows to Crown and what would've been 5GS size). I don't expect 4IS to have such separate "Nike swoosh" daytime running lights as the current 3IS when other newer models (LC, 5LS, 7ES, UX, even RC facelift) have been moving the DRLs and main headlights closer together, or even as a single unit. Finally, that broad horizontal bar in the spindle grille bisected by the "circle L" logo reminds me too much of the latest Toyota RAV4. It certainly doesn't belong in a Lexus car.
Joaquin Ruhi
Color me skeptical about that rendering. I don't see the 4IS's greenhouse having a third side window between the C and D pillars (unless the IS grows to Crown and what would've been 5GS size). I don't expect 4IS to have such separate "Nike swoosh" daytime running lights as the current 3IS when other newer models (LC, 5LS, 7ES, UX, even RC facelift) have been moving the DRLs and main headlights closer together, or even as a single unit. Finally, that broad horizontal bar in the spindle grille bisected by the "circle L" logo reminds me too much of the latest Toyota RAV4. It certainly doesn't belong in a Lexus car.
Joaquin Ruhi
Color me skeptical about that rendering. I don't see the 4IS's greenhouse having a third side window between the C and D pillars (unless the IS grows to Crown and what would've been 5GS size). I don't expect 4IS to have such separate "Nike swoosh" daytime running lights as the current 3IS when other newer models (LC, 5LS, 7ES, UX, even RC facelift) have been moving the DRLs and main headlights closer together, or even as a single unit. Finally, that broad horizontal bar in the spindle grille bisected by the "circle L" logo reminds me too much of the latest Toyota RAV4. It certainly doesn't belong in a Lexus car.
Joaquin Ruhi
GNS
Is the Nike swoosh still there? Not a deal breaker...but I never liked it.
Yes, looking too much like the current 3IS and even running down the side to the front fender.
Joaquin Ruhi
GNS
Is the Nike swoosh still there? Not a deal breaker...but I never liked it.
Yes, looking too much like the current 3IS and even running down the side to the front fender.
Joaquin Ruhi
GNS
Is the Nike swoosh still there? Not a deal breaker...but I never liked it.
Yes, looking too much like the current 3IS and even running down the side to the front fender.
Joaquin Ruhi
GNS
Is the Nike swoosh still there? Not a deal breaker...but I never liked it.
Yes, looking too much like the current 3IS and even running down the side to the front fender.
Joaquin Ruhi
GNS
Is the Nike swoosh still there? Not a deal breaker...but I never liked it.
Yes, looking too much like the current 3IS and even running down the side to the front fender.
CIF
  • CIF
    CIF
  • September 23, 2018
Joaquin Ruhi
Color me skeptical about that rendering. I don't see the 4IS's greenhouse having a third side window between the C and D pillars (unless the IS grows to Crown and what would've been 5GS size). I don't expect 4IS to have such separate "Nike swoosh" daytime running lights as the current 3IS when other newer models (LC, 5LS, 7ES, UX, even RC facelift) have been moving the DRLs and main headlights closer together, or even as a single unit. Finally, that broad horizontal bar in the spindle grille bisected by the "circle L" logo reminds me too much of the latest Toyota RAV4. It certainly doesn't belong in a Lexus car.
I agree, this rendering/sketch certainly looks like they took a 4GS body and grafted elements onto it. At this point in time, I believe the most accurate representation we have so far is the Mag-X sketch.

I partially agree with those horizontal bars, however Lexus has received a lot of mixed feedback about the styling of the refreshed 3IS. Those horizontal bars at the corners would greatly help reduce the visual impact of the vast gaping expanses the refreshed bumper has until the full redesign comes.

Also I fully agree with Carmaker1 that Wikipedia is a warzone and truly a lot of information from Wikipedia cannot be trusted, simply due to the nature of what Wikipedia is.
CIF
  • CIF
    CIF
  • September 23, 2018
Joaquin Ruhi
Color me skeptical about that rendering. I don't see the 4IS's greenhouse having a third side window between the C and D pillars (unless the IS grows to Crown and what would've been 5GS size). I don't expect 4IS to have such separate "Nike swoosh" daytime running lights as the current 3IS when other newer models (LC, 5LS, 7ES, UX, even RC facelift) have been moving the DRLs and main headlights closer together, or even as a single unit. Finally, that broad horizontal bar in the spindle grille bisected by the "circle L" logo reminds me too much of the latest Toyota RAV4. It certainly doesn't belong in a Lexus car.
I agree, this rendering/sketch certainly looks like they took a 4GS body and grafted elements onto it. At this point in time, I believe the most accurate representation we have so far is the Mag-X sketch.

I partially agree with those horizontal bars, however Lexus has received a lot of mixed feedback about the styling of the refreshed 3IS. Those horizontal bars at the corners would greatly help reduce the visual impact of the vast gaping expanses the refreshed bumper has until the full redesign comes.

Also I fully agree with Carmaker1 that Wikipedia is a warzone and truly a lot of information from Wikipedia cannot be trusted, simply due to the nature of what Wikipedia is.
CIF
  • CIF
    CIF
  • September 23, 2018
Joaquin Ruhi
Color me skeptical about that rendering. I don't see the 4IS's greenhouse having a third side window between the C and D pillars (unless the IS grows to Crown and what would've been 5GS size). I don't expect 4IS to have such separate "Nike swoosh" daytime running lights as the current 3IS when other newer models (LC, 5LS, 7ES, UX, even RC facelift) have been moving the DRLs and main headlights closer together, or even as a single unit. Finally, that broad horizontal bar in the spindle grille bisected by the "circle L" logo reminds me too much of the latest Toyota RAV4. It certainly doesn't belong in a Lexus car.
I agree, this rendering/sketch certainly looks like they took a 4GS body and grafted elements onto it. At this point in time, I believe the most accurate representation we have so far is the Mag-X sketch.

I partially agree with those horizontal bars, however Lexus has received a lot of mixed feedback about the styling of the refreshed 3IS. Those horizontal bars at the corners would greatly help reduce the visual impact of the vast gaping expanses the refreshed bumper has until the full redesign comes.

Also I fully agree with Carmaker1 that Wikipedia is a warzone and truly a lot of information from Wikipedia cannot be trusted, simply due to the nature of what Wikipedia is.
CIF
  • CIF
    CIF
  • September 23, 2018
Joaquin Ruhi
Color me skeptical about that rendering. I don't see the 4IS's greenhouse having a third side window between the C and D pillars (unless the IS grows to Crown and what would've been 5GS size). I don't expect 4IS to have such separate "Nike swoosh" daytime running lights as the current 3IS when other newer models (LC, 5LS, 7ES, UX, even RC facelift) have been moving the DRLs and main headlights closer together, or even as a single unit. Finally, that broad horizontal bar in the spindle grille bisected by the "circle L" logo reminds me too much of the latest Toyota RAV4. It certainly doesn't belong in a Lexus car.
I agree, this rendering/sketch certainly looks like they took a 4GS body and grafted elements onto it. At this point in time, I believe the most accurate representation we have so far is the Mag-X sketch.

I partially agree with those horizontal bars, however Lexus has received a lot of mixed feedback about the styling of the refreshed 3IS. Those horizontal bars at the corners would greatly help reduce the visual impact of the vast gaping expanses the refreshed bumper has until the full redesign comes.

Also I fully agree with Carmaker1 that Wikipedia is a warzone and truly a lot of information from Wikipedia cannot be trusted, simply due to the nature of what Wikipedia is.
CIF
  • CIF
    CIF
  • September 23, 2018
Joaquin Ruhi
Color me skeptical about that rendering. I don't see the 4IS's greenhouse having a third side window between the C and D pillars (unless the IS grows to Crown and what would've been 5GS size). I don't expect 4IS to have such separate "Nike swoosh" daytime running lights as the current 3IS when other newer models (LC, 5LS, 7ES, UX, even RC facelift) have been moving the DRLs and main headlights closer together, or even as a single unit. Finally, that broad horizontal bar in the spindle grille bisected by the "circle L" logo reminds me too much of the latest Toyota RAV4. It certainly doesn't belong in a Lexus car.
I agree, this rendering/sketch certainly looks like they took a 4GS body and grafted elements onto it. At this point in time, I believe the most accurate representation we have so far is the Mag-X sketch.

I partially agree with those horizontal bars, however Lexus has received a lot of mixed feedback about the styling of the refreshed 3IS. Those horizontal bars at the corners would greatly help reduce the visual impact of the vast gaping expanses the refreshed bumper has until the full redesign comes.

Also I fully agree with Carmaker1 that Wikipedia is a warzone and truly a lot of information from Wikipedia cannot be trusted, simply due to the nature of what Wikipedia is.
MichaelL
I am very much looking forward to the new IS. It is a car I am potentially looking to as my next car and my first Lexus!
MichaelL
I am very much looking forward to the new IS. It is a car I am potentially looking to as my next car and my first Lexus!
MichaelL
I am very much looking forward to the new IS. It is a car I am potentially looking to as my next car and my first Lexus!
MichaelL
I am very much looking forward to the new IS. It is a car I am potentially looking to as my next car and my first Lexus!
MichaelL
I am very much looking forward to the new IS. It is a car I am potentially looking to as my next car and my first Lexus!
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MichaelL
I am very much looking forward to the new IS. It is a car I am potentially looking to as my next car and my first Lexus!
Me too. Used IS hold their values well here in Canada so maybe it makes sense to just wait for the next gen to arrive and then decide. Also, there likely will not be any full range ACC for the 3IS, while the 2019 Corolla hatchback has the TSS 2.0. Crossing my fingers that a hybrid version (or two) will arrive in Canada.

I found this and saved it on my google drive:

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MichaelL
I am very much looking forward to the new IS. It is a car I am potentially looking to as my next car and my first Lexus!
Me too. Used IS hold their values well here in Canada so maybe it makes sense to just wait for the next gen to arrive and then decide. Also, there likely will not be any full range ACC for the 3IS, while the 2019 Corolla hatchback has the TSS 2.0. Crossing my fingers that a hybrid version (or two) will arrive in Canada.

I found this and saved it on my google drive:

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MichaelL
I am very much looking forward to the new IS. It is a car I am potentially looking to as my next car and my first Lexus!
Me too. Used IS hold their values well here in Canada so maybe it makes sense to just wait for the next gen to arrive and then decide. Also, there likely will not be any full range ACC for the 3IS, while the 2019 Corolla hatchback has the TSS 2.0. Crossing my fingers that a hybrid version (or two) will arrive in Canada.

I found this and saved it on my google drive:

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