2018 Lexus IS Review: Design, Features, and Specifications

By: Anas Assaf

December 21,2017

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Introduction

Since its debut in 2013, the Lexus IS has become one of the most popular cars in its category, offering a blend of luxury, high performance, and competitive pricing, thus proving its worth in the Bahraini market. The 2018 Lexus IS aims to continue this success, just as it has over the past four years.

Exterior Design

The 2018 model presents the best design for the Lexus IS since its initial launch in 2013. Many elements, such as the front fascia, headlights, taillights, and wheels, have been revised, maintaining its aggressive yet elegant appearance, enhanced by these new components.

Interior Design

The interior design of the Lexus IS has always been one of the most distinctive in its class, and the 2018 model continues this tradition. You will notice beautiful details throughout the cabin, from the red leather seats to the unique stitching on the center console. The cabin also features updates from the previous model, including a larger 10-inch touchscreen, upgraded from the previous 7-inch version.

Features

The Lexus IS comes with the same safety features found in the standard version of the previous model, meaning you will receive in the base version:

Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Traction control system
Numerous advanced safety features

A new feature introduced in this model is the Lexus’ Safety System Plus, which includes:

Lane departure alert
Automatic high beams
Cruise control
Pre-collision warning system

Specifications

The mechanical specifications are among the most important and distinctive features of the current Lexus IS model, which offers two types of engines:

Turbocharged Engine: A 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine generating 244 horsepower.
Natural Aspiration Engines:
- 2.5-liter engine generating 204 horsepower
- 3.5-liter engine generating 306 horsepower

Verdict

Despite the fierce competition faced by the Lexus IS, it remains a vehicle with unique specifications that set it apart from others. Since its launch four years ago, it continues to impress us with new enhancements each year.