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Lexus IS 300 Automatic

General information

ModelLexus IS 300 Automatic
Year2008
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating66.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2997 ccm (182.88 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving10.8 litres/100 km (21.78 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags8. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2997 ccm (182.88 cubic inches)
Max power219.00 PS (161 kW or 216 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque288.00 Nm (29.4 kgf-m or 212.4 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Fuel systemSequential port fuel injection (SFI/SEFI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed225.0 km/h (139.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1478 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2690 litres (711 gallons)
Cargo space400 litres (106 gallons)
Optional cargo space400 litres (106 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1482 kg (3,267.3 pounds)
Max weight with load1955 kg (4,310.0 pounds)
Towing weight500 kg (1,102.3 pounds)
Overall length4410 mm (173.6 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2680 mm (105.5 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions278.0 g/km
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