Lexus IS 500: powerful sports sedan with a naturally aspirated V8

Lexus IS 500 — is the flagship version of the compact IS sedan, introduced in 2021 as a facelift of the third generation (XE30). The car stands out with its rare naturally aspirated V8 engine, rear-wheel drive, and a balance between performance and comfort. It is aimed at enthusiasts who appreciate the natural engine response and classic driving feel. You can enhance your car’s appearance and individuality with Lexus IS tuning, accessories for which are available in our catalog.

Technical Specifications

• Engine: petrol V8, 5.0 L displacement, 472 hp, 535 Nm torque.
• Transmission: 8-speed automatic, rear-wheel drive.
• Acceleration and Speed: 0–100 km/h in 4.4 s, top speed 240 km/h.
• Fuel Consumption: city — 13.8 L/100 km, highway — 9.5 L/100 km, combined — 11.9 L/100 km.
• Dimensions: length 4756 mm, width 1840 mm, height 1435 mm, wheelbase 2799 mm, ground clearance 140 mm.
• Trunk: 305 L.
• Suspension: front — double wishbone, rear — multi-link.

Equipment

• Standard features: adaptive suspension, Torsen differential, digital instrument cluster.
• Safety: Lexus Safety System+ 2.5 (adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, blind spot monitoring, automatic braking).
• Comfort: 10.3-inch touchscreen, heated/ventilated seats, Mark Levinson audio system (17 speakers, optional).
• Additional: Premium package with NuLuxe/Ultrasuede leather, ventilated Brembo brakes (in Ultimate Edition), 19-inch forged BBS wheels.

Exterior and Interior

Exterior IS 500: aggressive design with an extended hood (+50 mm for the V8), black spindle grille, LED headlights, rear spoiler, and four chrome exhaust tips. Bright colors, black accents, and forged wheels are available. Drag coefficient Cx — 0.30.

Interior: premium finish with a sporty focus — seats with pronounced side bolsters and Ultrasuede material, LFA-style leather steering wheel. Space for 5 occupants, high build quality, configurable instruments.