Lexus IS fourth generation

Lexus IS fourth generation
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The Lexus IS fourth generation (since 2021): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 10 versions in the European Union, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: XE40 · Sold in: European Union, United States, and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,400–4,685 mm Traficom4,710–4,760 mm TC–
Width1,730–1,820 mm Traficom1,840 mm TC–
Height1,380–1,430 mm Traficom1,430 mm TC–
Wheelbase–2,800 mm TC–
Front track–1,580 mm TC–
Rear track–1,570 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,685–1,765 kg TC–
Mass in running order1,460–1,734 kg Traficom––
Gross vehicle weight1,830–2,145 kg Traficom––
Towing, braked trailer750–1,510 kg Traficom––
Towing, unbraked trailer560–750 kg Traficom––
Seats and space
Seats5 Traficom––
Doors4–5 Traficom––
Luggage space (EPA)–311 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–2,549 L EPA–
Fuel tank––66 L
Performance
Top speed200–230 km/h Traficom–200–240 km/h
Torque––300–380 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/45R17, 225/40R18, 205/55R16, 245/45R17, 255/40R18, 255/35R18

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2021–2025: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, US EPA fuel economy data, Wikipedia, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

16 complaints for model years 2021–2026. 1 crash · 1 injury

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 10 versions of the Lexus IS fourth generation

European Union 2 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelConsumption (combined)CO₂EU registrations
20212.5 L133 kW (181 PS)Hybrid6.0 L/100 km WLTP137 g/km698
20212.5 L133 kW (181 PS)Petrol5.3 L/100 km WLTP129 g/km341

United States 4 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2021–2026SIDI & PFI3.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticAll-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA253–254 g/km
2021–2026SIDI & PFI3.5 LPetrol8-speed automaticRear-wheel drive22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA239–250 g/km
2021–2025SIDI & PFI2.0 LPetrol8-speed automaticRear-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221–222 g/km
2022–2025SIDI & PFI5.0 LPetrol8-speed automaticRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA280 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2021–2026Compact3.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic10.8 L/100 km 5-cycle253–254 g/km
2022–2025Compact5.0 LPetrol8-speed automatic11.9 L/100 km 5-cycle280 g/km
2021–2023Compact2.0 LPetrol8-speed automatic9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle221 g/km
2022Compact2.0 LPetrol6-speed automatic9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle221 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.