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Lexus IS 3.0

General information

ModelLexus IS 3.0
Year2001
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating63.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2994 ccm (182.69 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving9.9 litres/100 km (23.76 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags8

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement2994 ccm (182.69 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power228.00 PS (168 kW or 225 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque298.32 Nm (30.4 kgf-m or 220.0 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 86.0 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1530 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Leg room front1090 mm (42.9 inches)
Passenger space4590 litres (1,213 gallons)
Optional cargo space1180 litres (312 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsABS Antiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1490 kg (3,284.9 pounds)
Max weight with load1955 kg (4,310.0 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4410 mm (173.6 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity66.0 litres (17.44 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
Service interval30,000 km
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