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Lexus IS 300

General information

ModelLexus IS 300
Year2006
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2997 ccm (182.88 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving11.2 litres/100 km (21.00 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags8. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2997 ccm (182.88 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power213.00 PS (157 kW or 210 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque288.00 Nm (29.4 kgf-m or 212.4 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke86.1 x 86.0 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemSequential port fuel injection (SFI/SEFI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1319 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2520 litres (666 gallons)
Cargo space400 litres (106 gallons)
Optional cargo space1180 litres (312 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering. Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsABS Antiblocking system (ABS).
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight1615 kg (3,560.5 pounds)
Max weight with load1955 kg (4,310.0 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4500 mm (177.2 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2680 mm (105.5 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR36130
Service interval30,000 km
CO2 emissions278.0 g/km
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