Lexus IS-F (XE20) Sedan (2008-2014)
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Lexus IS-F is a high-performance compact executive sedan in production from 2008 to 2014. It was available with a single naturally-aspirated V8 engine that displaced 5.0 liters.
The first Lexus "F" vehicle, the IS-F is Toyota's attempt to create an M3 alternative. Compared to the latter, it features a more advanced suspension setup. However, the IS-F is based on the 2nd-gen IS (XE20), which has a small engine bay designed to fit a V6 engine. As a result, the V8 engine is mounted rather to the front of the chassis (and necessitated having a longer front overhang), resulting in poorer weight distribution. Hence, the superior suspension setup did not earn the IS-F better handling vis-a-vis the E90 M3.
Having said that, the 2UR-GSE 5.0L NA V8 is a superb engine that also offers great reliability. The vehicle also has great road presence that is loved by enthusiasts.
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What we found**
Neofiliac score 82% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Wonderful 2UR-GSE 5.0L V8
- Great styling
- Superb suspension setup
- Highly reliable
Cons
- Weight distribution issue
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Specifications
Capacity
Coolant Capacity
11.9 L / 12.6 qt
Engine Oil Capacity
9.3 L / 9.8 qt
Fuel Capacity
65.0 L / 17.2 gal
Passengers
5
Chassis
Brakes | Front
Ventilated discs
Brakes | Rear
Disc
Suspension | Front
Double-wishbone
Suspension | Rear
Multi-link
Tire Size
225/40 R19, 255/35 R19
Construction
Body Style
4-door Sedan
Dimensions
Size | Height
1415 mm / 55.7 in
Size | Length
4660 mm / 183.5 in
Size | Width
1815 mm / 71.5 in
Track Width | Front
1560.0 mm / 61.4 in
Track Width | Rear
1515.0 mm / 59.6 in
Weight
1714.0 kg / 3778.7 lbs
Wheel Size
19 in
Wheelbase
2730 mm / 107.5 in
Performance
Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
4.6 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph
4.4 sec
Powertrain
Drivetrain Layout
Rear-wheel drive
Emission Standard
Euro 4
Engine
2UR-GSE
Engine | Bore
94.0 mm / 3.7 in
Engine | Compression Ratio
11.8:1
Engine | Displacement
5.0 L / 303.2 cu-in / 4969.0 cc
Engine | Power
423.0 hp / 315.4 kW @ 6600 rpm
Engine | Specific Output
85.1 hp/L / 1.4 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke
89.4 mm / 3.5 in
Engine | Torque
520 Nm / 383.5 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm
Engine | Type
Naturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V8 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears
8-speed
Transmission | Type
Automatic
Production
Availability
2008 ~ 2014
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