2018 IS Changes?
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2018 IS Changes?
In the buyers guide of the new motortrend print magazine, it mentions a power bump to 311 and a standard lsd for 350s. I haven't seen any info from lexus or any websites besides thecarconnection. I'm kinda annoyed that the car is getting a lsd since my 350 f sport is just a month old. Hopefully this leads to a cheapish aftermarket option being available.
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In the buyers guide of the new motortrend print magazine, it mentions a power bump to 311 and a standard lsd for 350s. I haven't seen any info from lexus or any websites besides thecarconnection. I'm kinda annoyed that the car is getting a lsd since my 350 f sport is just a month old. Hopefully this leads to a cheapish aftermarket option being available.
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Hmm, that sounds appealing if it is true. The power bump is honestly kinda needed, and an LSD? Sure.
Also, don't trust The Car Connection's review. "... though F Sport seats need more lumbar to justify the price". What?? The lumbar is pretty much the most adjustable I have ever experienced in a car... not to mention virtually everyone who has been in the passenger seat of the car has made a positive comment about the seats: "I like the red", "So soft", "Can I have these if you total the car?" (I'm not making the last one up.)
Anyway...
Also, don't trust The Car Connection's review. "... though F Sport seats need more lumbar to justify the price". What?? The lumbar is pretty much the most adjustable I have ever experienced in a car... not to mention virtually everyone who has been in the passenger seat of the car has made a positive comment about the seats: "I like the red", "So soft", "Can I have these if you total the car?" (I'm not making the last one up.)
Anyway...
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It wouldn't surprise me at all to see them put the 2GR-FSE to rest finally and switch it over to the 2GR-FKS, which is what they did with the GS350 in 2016 (bump to 311 hp). I would expect the same for the RC350.
The 2GR-FKS is essentially the same as the 2GR-FSE, but it has the ability to run in the Atkinson Cycle under lower loads for fuel efficiency. The FKS is spreading like wildfire through Toyota/Lexus. It's now in the GS350, RX, Tacoma, Highlander, Sienna, and the new Camry. I suspect it'll be in the next Avalon and ES as well.
The 2GR-FKS is essentially the same as the 2GR-FSE, but it has the ability to run in the Atkinson Cycle under lower loads for fuel efficiency. The FKS is spreading like wildfire through Toyota/Lexus. It's now in the GS350, RX, Tacoma, Highlander, Sienna, and the new Camry. I suspect it'll be in the next Avalon and ES as well.
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It wouldn't surprise me at all to see them put the 2GR-FSE to rest finally and switch it over to the 2GR-FKS, which is what they did with the GS350 in 2016 (bump to 311 hp). I would expect the same for the RC350.
The 2GR-FKS is essentially the same as the 2GR-FSE, but it has the ability to run in the Atkinson Cycle under lower loads for fuel efficiency. The FKS is spreading like wildfire through Toyota/Lexus. It's now in the GS350, RX, Tacoma, Highlander, Sienna, and the new Camry. I suspect it'll be in the next Avalon and ES as well.
The 2GR-FKS is essentially the same as the 2GR-FSE, but it has the ability to run in the Atkinson Cycle under lower loads for fuel efficiency. The FKS is spreading like wildfire through Toyota/Lexus. It's now in the GS350, RX, Tacoma, Highlander, Sienna, and the new Camry. I suspect it'll be in the next Avalon and ES as well.
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The entire article is pedestrian at best. A real turn-off. I wondered if the author reviewed or had a basic understanding of the same car I drive?
Hmm, that sounds appealing if it is true. The power bump is honestly kinda needed, and an LSD? Sure.
Also, don't trust The Car Connection's review. "... though F Sport seats need more lumbar to justify the price". What?? The lumbar is pretty much the most adjustable I have ever experienced in a car... not to mention virtually everyone who has been in the passenger seat of the car has made a positive comment about the seats: "I like the red", "So soft", "Can I have these if you total the car?" (I'm not making the last one up.)
Anyway...
Also, don't trust The Car Connection's review. "... though F Sport seats need more lumbar to justify the price". What?? The lumbar is pretty much the most adjustable I have ever experienced in a car... not to mention virtually everyone who has been in the passenger seat of the car has made a positive comment about the seats: "I like the red", "So soft", "Can I have these if you total the car?" (I'm not making the last one up.)
Anyway...
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Engine talk aside, I hope cosmetically things will remain unchanged. I understand 2017 is a mid cycle refresh so chances are we shouldn't see any cosmetic changes till the next major re-design. Guess we'll see.
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Also yeah, 311 hp versus 306 is barely a difference, but the change might be more felt in the power delivery I suppose? Who knows. Either way it's not worth buying the new car just for the power - maybe the Atkinson cycle will make highway fuel economy better.
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From Motor Trend:
http://www.motortrend.com/news/2018-...s-guide/#lexus
Base Price: $39,000-$45,000*
Body Type: Sedan
Minor: With the CT 200h discontinued for the U.S, the IS is now the entry-level Lexus. The four-cylinder IS 200t has been renamed the IS 300 RWD, and the updated V-6s in the IS 300 AWD and IS 350 each receive a 5-hp bump. A limited-slip differential is now standard on the rear-drive IS 350 F Sport. The Comfort package replaces the Luxury package and includes blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert. Also Consider Alfa Romeo Giulia, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Audi A4.
Sum Up: The angriest-looking sport sedan in its class.
Body Type: Sedan
Minor: With the CT 200h discontinued for the U.S, the IS is now the entry-level Lexus. The four-cylinder IS 200t has been renamed the IS 300 RWD, and the updated V-6s in the IS 300 AWD and IS 350 each receive a 5-hp bump. A limited-slip differential is now standard on the rear-drive IS 350 F Sport. The Comfort package replaces the Luxury package and includes blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert. Also Consider Alfa Romeo Giulia, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Audi A4.
Sum Up: The angriest-looking sport sedan in its class.
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