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Overview
The 2012 Lexus IS Limited is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the New Zealand market on 5th December 2012. The Lexus IS is regarded as a medium Car built in Japan with prices starting at $80,790 before on-road costs.
This Lexus IS is powered by a 2.5L 6-cylinder engine that has 153 kW of power (at 6400 rpm) and 252 Nm of torque (at 4800 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. Lexus claims the IS Limited uses 9.1L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 214g of CO2. It has a 65L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 714km per full tank
The Lexus IS measures 1425mm (56.1 inches) in height, 4585mm (180.5 inches) in length, 1800mm (70.9 inches) in width with a 2730mm (107.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1625kg (3582.5 lbs) of unladen weight. The IS Limited comes standard with 225/40 Rnull front tyres and 255/40 Rnull rear tyres. It has a 48 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2012 Lexus IS Limited has a 135mm ground clearance with a 1500kg braked and 560kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
94.15 - 182.94 kW/t
68.63 kW/t
192.52 kW/t
Boot Space
378 - 398 litres
378 litres
490 litres
Fuel Efficiency
9.1 - 11.4 L/100km
4.4 L/100km
12.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
561 - 714 km
508 km
1,295 km
Warranty (Years)
4 years
2 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
6 years
3 years
5 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,045 - 2,120 kg
1,785 kg
2,305 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,500 kg
1,400 kg
2,100 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
120 - 135 mm
106 mm
141 mm
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Dimensions
4,585 mm
1,800 mm
1,425 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,585 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,800 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,730 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,200 mm |
| Load Capacity | 420 mm |
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Explore Lexus IS Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 214
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 83.0
Engine (cc): 2500
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: 4gr-Fse
Engine (L): 2.5
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 77.0
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Gasoline Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 17.2
Main Capacity (L): 65
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 14.3
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 714
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 444
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 11.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 9.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 31
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 26
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 40
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 34
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 7.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 12.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 22
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 19
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 9.1
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.4
Maximum Speed (km/h): 225
Maximum Speed (mph): 140
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 208
Maximum Power (kW): 153
Maximum Torque (Nm): 252
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4800
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Code: A960e
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: S
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 14.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 398
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10200
Front Track (in): 60.4
Front Track (mm): 1535
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 135
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 33.5
Overall Height (in): 56.1
Overall Height (mm): 1425
Overall Length (in): 180.5
Overall Length (mm): 4585
Overall Width (in): 70.9
Overall Width (mm): 1800
Rear Track (in): 60.0
Rear Track (mm): 1525
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10800
Wheelbase (in): 107.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2730
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 37.2
Front Headroom (mm): 944
Rear Headroom (in): 36.7
Rear Headroom (mm): 932
Front Leg Room (in): 43.9
Front Leg Room (mm): 1115
Rear Leg Room (in): 30.6
Rear Leg Room (mm): 777
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.4
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1381
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 52.7
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1338
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
Type: Metallic
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 560
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1235
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2045
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4508
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1625
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3583
Tare Weight (kg): 1584
Audio System
Brand Name: Mark Levinson
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Disc Player
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Media Type: CD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Mark Levinson
Number of Speakers: 13
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood/Woodgrain
Doors: Leather
Gear Selector: Chrome And Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Air Conditioning
Type: Auto
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
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