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It seems like Lexus usually does not do a refresh until the 4th model year, so I would have been surprised if the '16 IS, on only its 3rd year, got a refresh. I would expect one in '17, though.
Seems like just engine/powertrain changes this year. So refresh could still be coming next year.
The 2.0-liter will be mated exclusively to an eight-speed automatic transmission, an upgrade from the IS250’s six-speed ’box. Whereas the IS250 is offered with rear- and all-wheel drive, the IS200t will be rear-drive only. Look for another, as yet unannounced, new engine to cover the AWD market.
Yeah, here are the details. To me, the bigger news is the IS 300. Note the powertrain. Detuned 2GR-FSE ??? And IS 350 same engine hp/torque...
New engines, including a turbo :: additional standard equipment :: fresh model line-up including new F SPORT editions for all models :: Bold design :: Driver-focused
(TORONTO, ON – June 26, 2015) Get behind the wheel: The Lexus IS luxury sport sedan is the innovative sedan that delivers complete driving enjoyment. New for 2016, the Lexus IS is offered in an all-new line-up, with new engines and a whole lot more.
“From the moment you touch the throttle in the Lexus IS, you’ll know: This is it,” said Cyril Dimitris, Director, Lexus Canada. “When we introduced the current generation IS in 2014 it established a new benchmark for bold styling and track-proven dynamics that deliver maximum driving. Now, we’re making the IS even better, with more standard features and a fresh line-up of available upgrade packages.”
New for 2016:
Lexus introduces the IS 200t to the lineup, featuring a powerful and efficient turbo-charged 2.0L 4-cylinder engine. First used on the Lexus NX, this turbo has been optimized for the RWD IS 200t. Mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission with sport-direct shift control and sequential multi-mode shifter, the IS 200t generates a peak 241 horsepower and up to 258 lb-ft of torque
Lexus boosts the AWD IS line-up with the new IS 300 AWD – delivering more horsepower and torque than the IS 250 AWD model it replaces. With a 3.5L V6 and a six-speed automatic Super ECT with sequential multi-mode shifter, this model produces a peak 255 horsepower and up to 236 lb-ft of torque
All Lexus IS models are enhanced for 2016 with additional standard equipment, including rear seat side airbags (for a total of 10 airbags) and the added versatility of 60:40 split folding rear seats
All F SPORT models now include a moonroof and rain sensing wipers
The IS luxury sport sedan builds on the Lexus reputation for quality, comfort and safety with cutting edge design, best-in-class features, and exceptional performance:
Choice of two engines and two drivetrains
GS inspired steering and rear suspension delivering exceptional handling
Bold exterior design highlighted by a distinct interpretation of the Lexus signature spindle grille with unique LED front light treatment
Driver-focused, ergonomic interior features a low driver position for improved comfort and driving experience
F SPORT models feature special interior and exterior styling and performance enhancements, including unique seats designed to combine excellent comfort with outstanding lateral holding performance
Intuitive Human Machine Interfaces and user-friendly screens
All 2016 Lexus IS models feature an impressive array of luxury amenities and performance enhancements, including: Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM), Drive Mode Select, six active safety technologies including Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, auto-leveling HID headlamps, LED Daytime Running Lights, and more.
The 2016 Lexus IS was imagined and engineered with a single mission – to deliver complete driving enjoyment. And that’s exactly what it does. For 2016, the Lexus IS is offered as follows:
The Lexus IS 200t RWD introduces a powerful turbo-charged 2.0L 4-cylinder to the IS stable. Standard features include: 17” aluminum alloy wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, Lexus Display Audio system with steering wheel-mounted audio controls, integrated XM Satellite Radio, Bluetooth connectivity, heated front seats, auto dimming rear view mirror, power windows with water repellant front door glass, leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters, Lexus Smart Key system with Push Button Start, integrated garage door opener, an onboard first aid kit, heated exterior mirrors, and more.
This model may be ordered with the F SPORT Series 1 package, which adds numerous F SPORT exclusive features, including a three-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated and ventilated F SPORT seats, F SPORT front grille, F SPORT scuff plates, 18” F SPORT wheels, F SPORT aerodynamics package, power moonroof, rain sensing wipers, and LFA full TFT instrument cluster
The Lexus IS 300 AWD features a Lexus AWD system that automatically and intuitively channels power to the front and rear wheels to optimize traction and control, plus all the standard features offered on the IS 200t RWD model. The IS 300 AWD is offered in six configurations, including three F SPORT Series models, as follows:
The Premium Package adds: a heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, a backup camera, a power moonroof, and 18” aluminum alloy wheels
The Luxury Package builds on the Premium Package, adding: a leather-wrapped power tilt and telescoping steering wheel, leather seats, driver’s seat memory system, power rear window sunshade, reverse auto tilting mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, a voice-activated navigation system with the Lexus Remote Touch interface, in-dash DVD, clearance and backup sensors, Blind Spot Monitor, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert
The F SPORT Series 1 configuration adds numerous F SPORT exclusive features, including a three-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel, unique shift ****, sport seats, F SPORT grille, 18” wheels, full aerodynamics package, power moonroof and more
The F SPORT Series 2 configuration builds on Series 1, adding: a heated steering wheel, Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross Traffic Alert systems, a backup camera, a voice-activated navigation system with the Lexus Remote Touch interface, and more
The F SPORT Series 3 configuration builds on Series 2, adding: the Lexus Pre-collision System, dynamic radar cruise control, a 15-speaker Mark Levinson Surround Sound audio system, and power rear window sunshade
The Lexus IS 350 AWD is built around a powerful and proven 3.5L V6 and a six-speed automatic super electronically controlled transmission with sequential multi-mode shifter. This configuration produces a peak 306 horsepower and up to 277 lb-ft of torque, while delivering fuel efficiency of 11.0 L/100 km (city/highway combined).
The IS 350 AWD comes standard equipped with all the features the IS 200t and IS 300 models, with numerous upgrades, including standard: heated and ventilated front seats, driver seat memory system, voice-activated navigation system with the Lexus Remote Touch interface, backup camera, heated steering wheel on a power tilting/telescoping column, Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross Traffic Alert systems, rain-sensing wipers, and 18” aluminum alloy wheels.
The IS 350 AWD is available in three configurations, including two F SPORT Series models, as follows:
The Executive Package features: a 15-speaker Mark Levinson Surround Sound audio system, leather wrapped steering wheel, Pre-collision System, Lane Departure Alert, dynamic radar cruise control, and LED headlamps with automatic high beams
The F SPORT Series 2 configuration adds F SPORT exclusive features, including a three-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel, sport seats, F SPORT grille, scuff plates, 18” wheels, aerodynamics package, and more.
The F SPORT Series 3 configuration builds on Series 2, adding: a 15-speaker Mark Levinson Surround Sound audio system, Pre-collision System, dynamic radar cruise control, and more
The 2016 Lexus IS luxury sport sedan arrives in dealerships this fall.
About Lexus Canada
Lexus Canada is the exclusive Canadian distributor of Lexus luxury cars and sport utility vehicles through a sales and service network of 38 dealers across Canada. With 11 Lexus nameplates on the road today, six of them with hybrid models, Lexus has the largest luxury hybrid lineup; allowing guests a choice in a large range of luxury vehicle segments. In the 2014 J.D. Power and Associates Vehicle Dependability StudySM (VDS), Lexus ranked highest in vehicle dependability among all nameplates for the third consecutive year. Additionally, the Lexus RX and RXh are built at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada’s (TMMC) Cambridge South plant, the recipient of J.D. Power’s 2014 Platinum Plant Quality Award, Worldwide. For more information about Lexus products, and Lexus’ pursuit of perfection, visit: www.lexus.ca
Yeah, here are the details. To me, the bigger news is the IS 300. Note the powertrain. Detuned 2GR-FSE ??? And IS 350 same engine hp/torque...
Odd that it also notes the addition of rear seat side airbags and of split folding rear seats for the '16 models, which were already standard, at least here in the US. Were they not standard on the Canadian models?
Yeah, here are the details. To me, the bigger news is the IS 300. Note the powertrain. Detuned 2GR-FSE ??? And IS 350 same engine hp/torque...
That's a really strange decision that will crowd the lineup - when Infiniti offered a G25 with a smaller version of their VQ it pretty much tanked since it wasn't that significantly cheaper nor more fuel efficient than it's 3.7L big brother. I really wonder what Lexus Canada's pricing strategy will look like.
And it's sad to see them taking the German lead of mis-aligning displacement with output of their engines. An IS300 should be a 3.0L engine, not de-tuned 3.5L.
Odd that it also notes the addition of rear seat side airbags and of split folding rear seats for the '16 models, which were already standard, at least here in the US. Were they not standard on the Canadian models?
Base model currently is bare bones in Canada. Not even a sunroof which I believe is standard in the US. But the price does reflect it at 37K Cdn is almost the same starting MSRP as in the US versus our RC starts at 53K Cdn vs 43K but comes with a lot more equipment including the larger 19" wheels, BSM, etc,
But, the bigger shocker to me is the IS 300 and how it's unconventionally Lexus in its nomenclature (3.5L engine not a 3.0L) and whether it's an all new engine or not...
Base model currently is bare bones in Canada. Not even a sunroof which I believe is standard in the US. But the price does reflect it at 37K Cdn is almost the same starting MSRP as in the US versus our RC starts at 53K Cdn vs 43K but comes with a lot more equipment including the larger 19" wheels, BSM, etc,
But, the bigger shocker to me is the IS 300 and how it's unconventionally Lexus in its nomenclature (3.5L engine not a 3.0L) and whether it's an all new one or not...
Detuned 2GR-FSE ??? And IS 350 same engine hp/torque...
Yea I don't get it either. I thought a new 3.0L V6 with a XGR-FSE designation was going to be announced.
I've given up on anything happening to the IS 350. I think it stays exactly the same for the entire run of the 3IS.
GM isn't sitting on their *** with the 3.6 in the 2016 ATS. The new one will be making 335hp/285 tq. That's what I would've liked from Lexus but it'll never happen.
Canada keeps their IS350 AWD variant.. just awaiting U.S. market news now.
I would assume US will be RWD IS200t, AWD IS300, and the IS350 in both AWD and RWD. If the IS200t really is only available as RWD, they'll need the IS300 AWD model to fill the hole of the lower model AWD option.
I would assume US will be RWD IS200t, AWD IS300, and the IS350 in both AWD and RWD. If the IS200t really is only available as RWD, they'll need the IS300 AWD model to fill the hole of the lower model AWD option.
i have no idea why are some people expecting them to cancel IS350 AWD in USA... thats pretty laughable idea.
As to the detuned 2GR, what exactly could they have taken out? My bet is D4S.... they have to make it cheaper somehow.
Far better option than old 2.5l... should be a much nicer drive now.
06-26-15, 08:42 AM
And IS 350 same engine hp/torque...
