Daring new styling and updated luxury in Lexus IS
Lexus has unveiled its new IS sports sedan at the Beijing Motor Show, delivering daring new styling and updated safety, luxury and convenience features
POLOKWANE – The F Sport model’s spindle grille features an exclusive three-dimensional F-mesh pattern with jet-black metallic coating that incorporates functional brake ducts.
The new IS also features an enhanced character line on the side of the vehicle that adds to its dynamic profile while emphasising forward motion.
A range of new alloy wheels compliment the refreshed design and utilise revised spoke arrangements and machined surfaces to create a powerful visual statement.
The updated rear design includes more pronounced L-shaped LED light guides with a triple layering feature in the taillight housing. New rectangular chrome exhaust tips also accentuate the IS sedan’s sporting nature and tie in with the angular design ethos employed.
A new multimedia screen, which has increased in size from seven to 10.3 inches, represents the key update to the IS cabin. The new high resolution display offers a larger and clearer image of the various functions of Lexus’ advanced multimedia system.
New stitching on the meter hood and refined speedometer and tachometer deliver an additional sporty feel, while new cup holder designs that are reshaped to also house larger smart phones, a larger leather-wrapped palm rest and new markings for the premium in-dash analogue clock provide additional convenience and luxury touches.
The existing line-up of powerful and efficient engine offerings will continue on the new IS sedan. Starting with the innovative two-litre twin-scroll turbocharged four cylinder unit of the IS 200t, alongside the charismatic 3.5-litre quad cam V6 of the IS 350.
The new IS sedan is scheduled to arrive in South Africa in the fourth quarter of 2016, with local specification and pricing to be announced at a later date.
