Lexus will add another IS model when it launches the IS 350 tothe Mzansi market later next month. The car will also be shown at JIMS 2011. It comes at a time when theIS is etching towards the end of its lifecycle. A replacement should appear withinthe next 18 months.
The IS 350 fills the gap between the V8-powered IS-F and the lesser IS 250 cars. It is powered by 3.5-litre naturally aspirated V6. Maximumthrust is 228kW, matched to 375Nm of torque. Its’ certainly one ofthe most powerful cars in itssegment. Matched to it is a 6-speedautomatic gearbox sending all power to the rear wheels.
Lexus is really good at packing their cars full of some veryexpensive options, for no price atall. For the IS 350 that includes things like LED daytime running lights, keyless engine start, satellite navigation,a premium sound system and reversingcamera.
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