Lexus IS C Convertible (2008-2013)

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Keywords: awdcompact-executiveconvertibledouble-wishbonelexusmulti-linkrwd

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Product Overview

Lexus IS C is a compact executive convertible in production from 2008 to 2013. It was available with a range of V6 engines that displaced 2.5 to 3.5 liters. The IS 250 C also had optional AWD.
Based on the Mk2 Lexus IS sedan, the IS C has a hard top. It is very well built and has proven rather reliable. To the Lexus corporate, it was intended as a replacement for the SC430, which at the point of its launch was long in the tooth.
Overall, the more compact chassis offered improved handling characteristics, while the newer engine, particularly in the IS 350 C guise, is decent.

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What we found**

Neofiliac score 78% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Great drivetrain reliability
  • Good folding hard top
Cons
  • IS 350 C only available in select markets
  • Down on power

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Specifications

Capacity

Cargo Capacity
165 L / 5.8 cu-ft ~ 420 L / 14.8 cu-ft
Coolant Capacity
9.1 L / 9.6 qt
Engine Oil Capacity
6.3 L / 6.7 qt
Fuel Capacity
65.0 L / 17.2 gal
Passengers
5
Payload
315 kg / 694 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | Front
Ventilated discs
Brakes | Rear
Disc
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Suspension | Front
Double-wishbone
Suspension | Rear
Multi-link
Tire Size
225/40 R18, 255/40 R18
Turning Circle
10.8 m / 35.4 ft

Construction

Body Style
4-door Convertible

Dimensions

Size | Height
1145 mm / 45.1 in
Size | Length
4575 mm / 180.1 in
Size | Width
1800 mm / 70.9 in
Track Width | Front
1535.0 mm / 60.4 in
Track Width | Rear
1525.0 mm / 60.0 in
Weight
1755.0 kg / 3869.1 lbs
Wheel Size
18 in
Wheelbase
2730 mm / 107.5 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
9.0 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph
8.6 sec
Fuel Economy
Top Speed
210.0 km/h / 130.5 mph

Powertrain

Drivetrain Layout
Emission Standard
Euro 4
Engine
4GR-FSE
Engine | Bore
83.0 mm / 3.3 in
Engine | Compression Ratio
12.0:1
Engine | Displacement
2.5 L / 152.5 cu-in / 2499.0 cc
Engine | Power
208.0 hp / 155.1 kW @ 6400 rpm
Engine | Specific Output
83.2 hp/L / 1.4 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke
77.0 mm / 3.0 in
Engine | Torque
252 Nm / 185.9 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
Engine | Type
Naturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V6 engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears
6-speed
Transmission | Type
Automatic

Production

Availability
2008 ~ 2013

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