Lexus IS-F gets updated

by Sze | Filed under Transportation

Lexus updates its IS-F range. The new IS-F sedan is powered by the same 5.0-litre V8 engine generating 417bhp at 6,600rpm and 505Nm of torque at 5,200rpm with an eight-speed Sports Direct Shift (SDS) automatic transmission with manual paddle shift override. 0 to 62mph acceleration can be dispatched in 4.8 seconds, en route to an electronically governed 168mph top speed.

The updated model gets Limited Slip Differential to improve IS F handling and traction. It comes with also a new Fuji White interior color scheme, with a blue leather bottom section for the steering wheel, together with a new buffed-finish 19-inch alloy wheel design and Ultra Blue mica exterior paint finish

Also announced is the F-Sport package for the regular IS 250 and 220d models, and the DAB-ready audio and new Hard Disk Drive (HDD) navigation systems.