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    2016 Lexus IS

    The 2016 Lexus IS is a medium Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $73,900 for the base variant and topping out at $106,900 for the F Sport variant.

    There are 3 variants of the IS available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2013.

    The 2016 IS was offered with a 4 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Engine options for the Lexus IS include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (180kW/350Nm), 2.5L in-line 4-cylinder hybrid (164kW/221Nm) and 3.5L v6 (233kW/378Nm). Available with 8-speed automatic with manual mode or automatic continuously trans with manual mode transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $73,900 - $106,900
    Transmission
    8-speed auto or Auto (CVT)
    Driven Wheels
    Rear
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded or Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sedan
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion or HEV
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    Retail Price
    $73,900 - $106,900
    Transmission
    8-speed auto or Auto (CVT)
    Driven Wheels
    Rear
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded or Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sedan
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion or HEV

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    2016 Lexus IS

    Available Variants

    The Lexus IS comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Limited.

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    Power to Weight
    100.31 - 142.07 kW/t
    63.29 kW/t
    216.76 kW/t
    Boot Space
    450 - 480 litres
    370 litres
    505 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    4.9 - 9.7 L/100km
    2.1 L/100km
    9.9 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    680 - 1,347 km
    680 km
    1,595 km
    Warranty (Years)
    4 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    6 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months
    24 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,090 - 2,145 kg
    1,970 kg
    2,385 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    750 - 1,500 kg
    750 kg
    2,000 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    135 mm
    110 mm
    201 mm
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    2016 Lexus IS

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    Premium

    2025

    $79,100

    F Sport

    2025

    $90,100

    Limited

    2025

    $93,700

    Year
    2025
    Engine Type
    2.5L HEV
    Fuel
    Premium Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sedan
    Number of Doors
    4 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Rear
    Maximum Power
    164 kW

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    2016 Lexus IS

    Dimensions

    4,665 mm
    1,810 mm
    1,430 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,665 mm
    Overall Width1,810 mm
    Overall Height1,430 mm
    Wheelbase2,800 mm
    Turning Circle10,400 mm
    Load Capacity535 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2016 Lexus IS

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Lexus IS is the base variant that starts from $73,900.

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    The most expensive Lexus IS is the F Sport variant that starts from $106,900.

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    The best towing capacity of a Lexus IS is 1500 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest Lexus IS is the base variant which measures 1810mm wide, 4665mm in length and sits 1430mm tall.

    The most powerful Lexus IS is the F Sport variant which has 233kW of power and 378nm of torque.

    The Lexus IS is built in Japan and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Lexus IS is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2145 kg.

    The Lexus IS may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Unleaded.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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