2016 Lexus IS 200t

The Lexus IS luxury sport sedan models continue to offer drivers a balance of luxury, agility and sportiness. The IS sedans enter 2016 with a three model strategy: IS 200t, IS 300 AWD, and IS 350. The former IS 250 and IS 250 AWD are discontinued.

The IS sedans convey an aggressive yet elegant presence with the brand's unmistakable spindle grille, L-theme LED daytime running lights and dynamic bodylines.

The IS adds to its stable of engines and receives a turbocharged gas engine, bringing the number of engine alternatives to three.

The new IS 200t, available as RWD only, features a 2.0-liter twin-scroll turbocharged four-cylinder engine with intercooler paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission. This engine cranks out 241 horsepower and has 258 lb.-ft. torque at 1,650-4,400 rpm.

Lexus offers the IS 300 AWD with 255 hp and 236 lb.-ft. torque at 2,000-4,800 rpm. The IS 300 AWD features a modified 3.5-liter V6 engine paired to a six-speed automatic transmission.

The IS 350 delivers scintillating performance from a 3.5-liter V6 that produces 306 hp and 277 lb.-ft. of peak torque. Its eight-speed, Sport Direct Shift automatic transmission integrates advanced G-force Artificial Intelligence (G-AI) system to choose gears intuitively.

The electronically controlled all-weather drive system standard on IS 300 AWD and available on IS 350 models is designed to help enhance traction and grip under all driving conditions by automatically varying front-to-rear torque balance from 30:70 to as much as 50:50.

The new optional Premium Plus Package includes a power tilt/telescopic steering wheel, and rain-sensing wipers. A heated steering wheel is also now available as a standalone option.

Available for all IS sedan models, the F SPORT package sharpens handling with unique 18-inch wheels and special suspension tuning.