The restyled IS350 Base is equipped with a Toyota 3.5-liter 6-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 24 valves. The engine is paired with a Toyota 6-speed transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design 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.

IS350 Base Statistics

The dimensions of the IS350 Base are 72.60 inches wide by 186.20 inches long. It sits a comfortable 66.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 106.90 allows for limited leg room for the backseat 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 original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $37,500 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $33,188. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2009 IS350 is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 19.20 gallons.

The 2009 IS350 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is average for a sedan car.

In Summary

The 2008 model began the promise of the Lexus IS350. The 2009 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Lexus hopes that the IS350 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

Tags: 4-Door, Base, Canada market, Lexus IS350, Sedan

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