Especificaciones y análisis del Lexus IS
Power
150HP
Torque
340Nm
Consumption
5.1l/100
Emissions
134g/km
0-100 km/h
10.2s
Top Speed
205km/h
Weight
1710kg
Price
40,200€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
RWD
5 / 4 doors
398 L
65 L
110 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Lexus IS 200d F-Sport · 150 CV (2012-2013)
General description
The Lexus IS 200d F-Sport is the Japanese premium brand's bold response to European diesel dominance. It represents a fascinating fusion: Lexus's legendary quality and refinement with a 150 HP diesel heart and the sporty character of the F-Sport trim. It's a sedan that not only seeks to compete but to captivate with a different proposal, full of personality and with the promise of unwavering reliability.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is to discover a masterful balance. The rear-wheel drive and 6-speed manual transmission connect you directly to the asphalt, offering a pure and rewarding driving experience. Although its 10.2 seconds from 0 to 100 doesn't break records, the generous 340 Nm of torque pushes decisively from low revs, making every recovery a pleasure. The firmer F-Sport suspension carves through curves with superb precision without completely sacrificing the comfort expected of a Lexus. It's a car that feels solid, poised, and ready to devour miles with exceptional composure.
Design and aesthetics
Its aesthetics are a statement of intent. The F-Sport package dresses it with a restrained and elegant aggressiveness, highlighting its 18-inch wheels and a sharp silhouette that has aged with admirable dignity. But it is inside where the soul of Lexus manifests itself most strongly. Every material, from the leather of the seats to the feel of the controls, whispers quality. The fit of each panel is millimeter-perfect, creating an atmosphere of handcrafted luxury that isolates you from the outside world and makes you feel special on every journey.
Technology and features
True to its era, the IS 200d integrates functional and robust technology. The common-rail direct injection diesel engine with a variable geometry turbo is a solid piece of engineering, seeking a compromise between performance and a modest consumption of 5.1 l/100km. The electric power steering with variable gear ratio provides precision. Although it lacks modern screens and driving assistants, its equipment focuses on the essentials to ensure a safe and pleasant driving experience, without superfluous distractions.
Competition
This Lexus ventured into a territory dominated by German titans. It went head-to-head with the BMW 3 Series, the king of dynamics; the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the standard-bearer of comfort; and the Audi A4, the benchmark for interior quality and quattro all-wheel drive. Against them, the IS 200d F-Sport didn't play the card of raw power, but that of exclusivity, legendary reliability, and a driving experience with a different flavor and an undeniably Japanese charm.
Conclusion
The Lexus IS 200d F-Sport is a choice for the driver who seeks more than just figures and logos. It is a sedan with a soul, combining the efficiency of a diesel engine with the purity of rear-wheel drive and an exceptional chassis. It is the smart buy for those who value build quality above all else and want a reliable, distinguished travel companion with a sporty touch that makes it unique in its class. A car that, more than a means of transport, is an experience of lasting quality.