The Lexus IS delivers exhilarating performance, distinctive styling and world-class quality in a luxurious package. For 2019, the IS offers a new look up front with optional triple beam LED headlights while rear-wheel drive IS 300 models benefit from a retuned ECU that is designed to deliver more immediate throttle response, enhanced shift performance and reduced turbo lag.

Luxuries abound in the Lexus IS, including standard NuLuxe trimmed seating, 10-way power front sport seats, a dual-zone automatic climate control system with touch-sensitive controls, power moonroof, and SmartAccess with push button start.

The rear-wheel drive IS 300 features a 2.0-liter, turbocharged and intercooled inline four-cylinder engine. Rated to deliver 241 horsepower, the stout four-cylinder also produces a solid 258 lb-ft of torque that's available from 1,650 rpm all the way up to 4,400 rpm.

The IS 300 RWD comes equipped with an eight-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic transmission. It integrates an advanced G-force Artificial Intelligence system that monitors multiple performance parameters to determine the optimum gear selection.

For added traction in cold-weather climates, the IS 300 is also available with all-wheel drive. The IS 300 AWD is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 that delivers 260 hp and 236 lb.-ft. of torque to all four wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission.

For buyers who crave maximum power, there's the IS 350 in either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. It's 3.5-liter V6 produces 311 hp and 280 lb.-ft. of peak torque. Rear-wheel drive models use the same eight-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic transmission found in the IS 300 RWD while the AWD version sends power through a six-speed automatic.

Available on all IS models, the F SPORT package heightens the handling capabilities with unique suspension tuning, 18-inch wheels and tires and an available Torsen limited-slip rear differential.