Does 2011 IS Refresh = Redesign In 2013 Model Year?
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Does 2011 IS Refresh = Redesign In 2013 Model Year?
Sorry, couldn't find this on search. Does the 2011 2nd refresh mean the IS will be redesigned in the 2013 model year?
In other words, with another refresh (2009 & now 2011), does that mean Lexus will sell the car for another 2 years? I find it difficult that they will do a total redesign without letting the refresh sell for at least 2 years.
This means the 2nd gen IS is slated for a 7 year cycle (2006-2012), correct?
The BMW 3 series is confirmed on a 7 year cycle (2006-2012). They also just refreshed the 3 Series in 2011 (love the 335I's new single turbo engine) and will have an all new model in the 2013 model year.
It makes sense that Lexus will follow suite with their main competitor.
In other words, with another refresh (2009 & now 2011), does that mean Lexus will sell the car for another 2 years? I find it difficult that they will do a total redesign without letting the refresh sell for at least 2 years.
This means the 2nd gen IS is slated for a 7 year cycle (2006-2012), correct?
The BMW 3 series is confirmed on a 7 year cycle (2006-2012). They also just refreshed the 3 Series in 2011 (love the 335I's new single turbo engine) and will have an all new model in the 2013 model year.
It makes sense that Lexus will follow suite with their main competitor.
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You haven't found any info on this because Lexus has not released any statements on the outlook for the 2IS. You will only find speculations browsing through the 10 other 3IS threads. But the general consensus is that 2013 will be a complete revision.
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^^ Please don't forget the GS-F.....
Forget the rumors... You heard it hear 1st!!!!
Also, this thread needs to be merged into this existing thread, where we covered all the math already..
3rd Gen IS Speculation Thread
Regards,
Joe Z
Forget the rumors... You heard it hear 1st!!!!
Also, this thread needs to be merged into this existing thread, where we covered all the math already..
3rd Gen IS Speculation Thread
Regards,
Joe Z
Last edited by Joe Z; 09-23-10 at 12:07 AM.
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Sounds like you have some pretty good sources. I'd say those are pretty reasonable expectations
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^^ Please don't forget the GS-F.....
Forget the rumors... You heard it hear 1st!!!!
Also, this thread needs to be merged into this existing thread, where we covered all the math already..
3rd Gen IS Speculation Thread
Regards,
Joe Z
Forget the rumors... You heard it hear 1st!!!!
Also, this thread needs to be merged into this existing thread, where we covered all the math already..
3rd Gen IS Speculation Thread
Regards,
Joe Z
The GS-F will be followed by a new Lexus SC that will hit markets in 2014. The current model is due to finished production this July. Sources say that the new Lexus SC will be a hybrid model powered by a 5.0L V8 with an electric-motor delivering power to the rear-wheels.
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