2017 Lexus IS350 F Sport Release Date

2017 Lexus IS350 F Sport Release Date

2017 Lexus IS350 F Sport Release Date - 2017 Lexus IS new completely redesigned last year, but for 2017 profit handful update. LED fog lights sharpen the display; Eyes Free Siri from Apple adds to the interface; and there are more options available in the new black piano trim.

Lexus IS350 F Sport

IS is a compact sports sedan that fits under the GS models in a more performance-oriented side of the luxury brand's lineup. We still have not seen a fresh version of the IS C convertible, which brings back to model year 2017. However, the new 2016 RC Coupe has replaced Lexus IS C in lineup.

2017 Lexus IS350 F Sport Release Date - Design 

Lexus IS 350 Exterior styling is used to strike me as graceful, sophisticated, reserved and Apparently, however, the front end gets respect on the Autobahn, so the nose F Sport was created. While I can not say whether it command more respect in Germany, grille ginormous on our IS 350 F Sport seemed ready to devour small children and subcompact cars alike. While some people say they do not like a gaping maw, I really like it. What I'm not a fan is headlamp and a separate "Nike swoosh-" daytime running lamp module; I find the look a little jarring. Whether you like it or not, you have to acknowledge the front end is more dramatic than what is on offer from BMW, Mercedes, Audi or Infiniti.

While BMW and Audi have chosen to open and spacious Interior theme, IS feels tight and close to the driver with a design with a high beltline and high center console. F Sport models get a configurable LCD gauge disco dashboard instead of white-on-black we normally expect from the brand. Similar to the new instrument cluster LCD Volvo, the screen may seem a little lost in the binnacle as usual binnacle houses a traditional dial cluster wider. Since Cadillac has not moved large LCD instrument cluster down-market them to the ATS, actually there is no competition for this view at this point.

2017 redesign of the IS brings a raft of new features on the map of traffic on non-navigation equipped models for traffic prediction, improved voice recognition and integration of smartphones and Unfortunately, deliver, lord and he took back. Along with the new software comes much input devices Touch Lexus or as I prefer to call: Lexus joystick. I found little joy in a mouse-like controller, but it was better than the trackpad found in Lexus NX. Controller is a textbook example of the difference between intuitive input method and one that is optimized for use in cars. Intuitive joystick, just not suitable for the vehicle because it takes more time eyes-off-the-road. I grabbed some friends and have them perform functions identical some Lexus and BMW iDrive with while I see their eyes. It just takes longer for you to find what you need in the Lexus system. Surprisingly, Lexus same software without touchscreen is one of the most disturbing is available, but you can only get that in GX and LX. If you do not buy navigation, you still get a 7-inch screen, but the trade joysticks for the play button.

Lexus IS does not offer any sort of head-up displays la BMW, but you can gadgets like radar cruise control,  blind spot monitoring, brand Mark Levinson audio system, and lane departure warning.

2017 Lexus IS350 F Sport Release Date - Engine 

Touch the throttle and the Lexus IS 350 2.0-liter 4-cylinder responds with 241 HP and 258 lb.-ft. of torque6. IS 300 powerful 3.5-liter V6 puts 255 HP, while the IS 350 offers 306 HP at £ 277-ft of torque at your command. As a final touch, the engine note during acceleration is set to stir the senses and enhance the experience.

Equipped with steering-wheel-mounted Paddle Shifters for an exhilarating ride, Lexus IS invite you to take control. IS 200t features turbo engine output of more than 35 more HP than its predecessor. A Sport Direct Shift automatic transmission 8-speed delivers fast, smooth acceleration and optimal performance. IS 350 AWD 6-speed Sport boasts Electronically Controlled Transmission.

Drive Mode Select allows you to choose from up to 4-driving modes ECO, Normal, or Sport, (plus optional Sport S + on the Lexus IS 350 F SPORT Package) - to optimize the combination of your choice of economy, comfort, performance and handling characteristics.

To ensure that the Lexus IS performance tires and wheels provide fun-to-drive, chauffeur and a designer of tire manufacturers participating in each test drive for IS development. Experiencing first hand feel of the wheel, they are making continuous small improvements to accentuate the performance and handling. Is your IS is equipped with 17 ", 18" IS 350 F SPORT exclusive wheels and tires, you will feel the difference at every opportunity.

2017 Lexus IS350 F Sport Release Date - Price

Standard 2017 Lexus IS 350 with rear-wheel drive starts at about $ 50,500. Not only a more powerful engine, it is almost as fuel efficient thanks to a new automatics transmission eight-speed. You will add about $ 2,500 if you want all-wheel drive in the IS sedan models. Sedan price equivalent to the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Infiniti Q50, but the BMW 320i and Cadillac ATS start in the mid $ 30,000 range.

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