Lexus IS350 Engine Specs: The IS350 Base comes outfitted with a 3.5 liter, 6-cylinder motor that uses 24 valves. The engine, manufactured by Toyota, is mated to a six-speed transmission by Toyota. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Lexus.

The IS350 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Statistics

The dimensions of the IS350 Base are 71.70 inches wide by 191.10 inches long. It sits 57.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 109.30 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The standard warranty period for the IS350 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was $33,820, with a dealer invoice cost of $29,987. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2008 IS350's standard fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected MFI style of design. The fuel capacity of the car is 18.50 gallons.

The 2008 IS350 gets 27 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 in the city. This is below average for a sedan car.

Parting Shots

The 2008 model year was very successful for the Lexus IS350. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

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