Lexus IS Engines and Transmissions
Lexus IS engine choices include the 2.5h CVT, which combines hybrid power with a continuously variable transmission and rear-wheel drive for smooth, economical commuting. The gasoline 3.5 AT pairs an automatic transmission with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, the latter helping you use available traction when accelerating on slippery roads.
Sedan — Lexus IS Engines and Transmissions
| Modification | Engine type | Engine capacity | Maximum power | Maximum power, kw | Maximum torque N⋅m | Transmission | Type of drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5h CVT | Hybrid | 2494 cm³ | 223 hp | 164 kW | 300 N⋅m | Variable | RWD |
| 3.5 AT | Gasoline | 3456 cm³ | 311 hp | 228 kW | Not provided | Automatic | AWD |
| 3.5 AT | Gasoline | 3456 cm³ | 311 hp | 228 kW | 380 N⋅m | Automatic | RWD |
Lexus IS Dimensions
Sedan — Lexus IS Dimensions
Lexus IS Battery
In the 2.5h CVT, a metal hydride battery stores energy recovered during braking and supplies the electric motor. It assists acceleration and can support brief electric-only driving when conditions allow. You do not plug it in; the hybrid system manages charging as you drive.
Sedan — Lexus IS Battery
| Modification | Battery type |
|---|---|
| 2.5h CVT | Metal hydride battery |