Looks like Lexus has registered for the IS300h trademark in Australia.

Makes me wonder if the US will ever get a hybrid IS =]

http://lexusenthusiast.com/2011/12/1...-in-australia/

 

I doubt it. Wouldn't it hinder CT sales?

 

meh 300h sounds midgrade between the 250 and 350. Gimme a IS450h!!

 

meh 450h sounds midgrade between the 350 and the IS-F. Gimme a IS999HXYZ....


sometimes manufacturers apply for trademarks to throw competitors off the track
im guessing this is one of those as well
unless lexus is really really serious about making a hybrid version of all of their line-ups

 

The 3-series ActiveHybrid is sporting a 300hp turbo 3.0L I-6 and a 55hp electric motor so I guess the IS300h is meant to focus on efficiency rather than power. Good move, but an IS450h would be awesome too.

 

....IS450hL?

=D

 

Lexus/Toyota stated most vehicles will have a hybrid option by 2020 I believe...just part of the big plan.

 

This could be very nice...a small V6 or larger-displacement 4cylinder hybrid in the IS would be a huge winner!

 

i wonder if it will be 4cly engine still, just differentiated from Camry by 10hp-20hp.

Camry Hybrid is soo good with its power and weight, that it will make Lexus look bad with same powertrain :-)

 

Keep in mind some of that extra weight is from amenities you won't find on a Camry