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IS C Model Details

2012
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ISC 2012

THE 2012 IS C. LIBERATE YOUR WILD SIDE.

With the IS Convertible, stellar performance and dynamic handling keep your adrenaline pumping while state-of-the-art innovations help you navigate. The IS C is the first-ever IS convertible. A power-retractable three-piece hardtop folds into the trunk in about 20 seconds, among the fastest in its class. Sharing few exterior components with the IS sedan, the IS Convertible has a striking silhouette, top up or top down. A double-wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension are specifically tuned for the IS C. 17-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels [1] are standard. Combined with rear-wheel drive, the IS C is designed to offer excellent handling balance. Inside, the climate-control and audio systems are optimized for top-up or top-down driving. Heated and ventilated front seats with perforated leather are also available to help keep you comfortable no matter the weather.

On the technology front, an available Navigation System [2] with voice command can understand casual speech. The IS C is also equipped with several exciting technologies, including Safety Connect® [3] [4], plus available Lexus Enform® [3] [5]. Available SiriusXM services include SiriusXM Satellite Radio [2] [6], NavTraffic™ [2], NavWeather™ [2] [6] and Sports and Stocks [2] [6]. Audio is enhanced with a standard USB input as well as Bluetooth® [7] audio connectivity for compatible music players, including iPod® [8].

IS 250 C models offer a 2.5L V6 engine with direct fuel injection for great performance and excellent fuel efficiency. It has MPG ratings of 21/30/25 (automatic transmission) or 19/28/22 (manual transmission) (city/highway/combined) [9]. The IS 350 C model features a 3.5L V6 with both direct and port fuel injection, allowing it to produce 306 horsepower [10] for outstanding performance. Both engines have dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) for improved performance and fuel efficiency.

The IS 250 C is equipped with a standard six-speed manual transmission. A six-speed automatic with paddle shifters is available on the IS 250 C and standard on the IS 350 C.


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Engine		 IS 350 C IS 250 C IS 250 C Manual
Type 60o V6, aluminum block and heads, direct and port fuel injection  60o V6, aluminum block and heads, direct fuel injection  60o V6, aluminum block and heads, direct fuel injection 
Displacement 3.5 liters (210 cubic inches)  2.5 liters (152 cubic inches)  2.5 liters (152 cubic inches) 
Valvetrain Four cam, four valves per cylinder, with dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i)  Four cam, four valves per cylinder, with dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i)  Four cam, four valves per cylinder, with dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) 
Compression Ratio 11.8:1  12.0:1  12.0:1 
Horsepower at RPM 306 @ 6,400 [10]  204 @ 6,400 [10]  204 @ 6,400 [10] 
Torque at RPM 277 lb-ft @ 4,800 [10]  185 lb-ft @ 4,800 [10]  185 lb-ft @ 4,800 [10] 
Emission Rating Certified Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle
(ULEV II) 		 Certified Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle
(ULEV II) 		 Certified Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle
(ULEV II) 
 
Performance		 IS 350 C IS 250 C IS 250 C Manual
0-60 MPH Acceleration 5.8 seconds [10] [13]  8.4 seconds [10] [13]  8.4 seconds [10] [13] 
1/4 Mile Acceleration 14.1 seconds [10] [13]  16.4 seconds [10] [13]  16.5 seconds [10] [13] 
Top Track Speed (electronically limited) 141 mph [10] [13]  131 mph [10] [13]  134 mph [10] [13] 
EPA Fuel Economy Ratings (city/highway/combined) 19/27/22 mpg [9]  21/30/25 mpg [9]  19/28/22 mpg [9] 
Aerodynamic Drag Coefficient 0.29  0.29  0.29 
Turning Circle 33.5 ft  33.5 ft  33.5 ft 
 
Drivetrain		 IS 350 C IS 250 C IS 250 C Manual
Transmission Six-speed paddle-shift-sequential automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i)  Six-speed paddle-shift-sequential automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i)  Six-speed manual transmission 
Drive Wheels Rear-wheel drive  Rear-wheel drive  Rear-wheel drive 
Final Drive Ratio 4.083:1  3.909:1  3.583:1 
 
Chassis		 IS 350 C IS 250 C IS 250 C Manual
Suspension (front) Independent, double-wishbone with coil springs, monotube gas-pressurized shock absorbers and hollow stabilizer bar  Independent, double-wishbone with coil springs, monotube gas-pressurized shock absorbers and hollow stabilizer bar  Independent, double-wishbone with coil springs, monotube gas-pressurized shock absorbers and hollow stabilizer bar 
Suspension (Rear) Independent, multi-link with coil springs, inverted monotube gas-pressurized shock absorbers and stabilizer bar  Independent, multi-link with coil springs, inverted monotube gas-pressurized shock absorbers and stabilizer bar  Independent, multi-link with coil springs, inverted monotube gas-pressurized shock absorbers and stabilizer bar 
Steering Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system. 3.2 turns lock to lock  Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system. 3.2 turns lock to lock  Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system. 3.2 turns lock to lock 
Brakes Four-wheel power-assisted discs, four-sensor, four-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), and Brake Assist [14].  Four-wheel power-assisted discs, four-sensor, four-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), and Brake Assist [14].  Four-wheel power-assisted discs, four-sensor, four-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), and Brake Assist [14]. 
Brake Size Four-piston front calipers. 13.1-in front, 12.2-in rear ventilated discs  Two-piston front calipers. 11.6-in front, 12.2-in rear ventilated discs  Two-piston front calipers. 11.6-in front, 12.2-in rear ventilated discs 
Wheels and Tires 17 x 8.0-in 10-spoke alloy wheels with 225/45VR17 all-season tires front [1], 245/45VR17 all-season tires rear [1]  17 x 8.0-in 10-spoke alloy wheels with 225/45VR17 all-season tires front [1], 245/45VR17 all-season tires rear [1]  17 x 8.0-in 10-spoke alloy wheels with 225/45VR17 all-season tires front [1], 245/45VR17 all-season tires rear [1] 
 
Body / Dimensions		 IS 350 C IS 250 C IS 250 C Manual
Type Four-passenger retractable hardtop luxury sport convertible coupe  Four-passenger retractable hardtop luxury sport convertible coupe  Four-passenger retractable hardtop luxury sport convertible coupe 
Construction Welded-steel unibody  Welded-steel unibody  Welded-steel unibody 
Overall Length 182.5 in (4,635 mm)  182.5 in (4,635 mm)  182.4 in (4,630 mm) 
Width 70.9 in (1,800 mm)  70.9 in (1,800 mm)  70.9 in (1,800 mm) 
Height 55.7 in (1,415 mm)  55.7 in (1,415 mm)  55.7 in (1,415 mm) 
Wheelbase 107.5 in (2,730 mm)  107.5 in (2,730 mm)  107.5 in (2,730 mm) 
Trunk Capacity (top up) 10.8 cu ft (306 L)  10.8 cu ft (306 L)  10.8 cu ft (306 L) 
Curb Weight 3,880 lb (1,760 kg)  3,836 lb (1,740 kg)  3,840 lb (1,742 kg) 
Fuel-Tank Capacity 17.2 gal (65 L)  17.2 gal (65 L)  17.2 gal (65 L) 
Headroom 38.3/36.1 in (973/918 mm) (front/rear)  38.3/36.1 in (973/918 mm) (front/rear)  38.3/36.1 in (973/918 mm) (front/rear) 
Legroom 44.1/25.9 in (1,121/658 mm) (front/rear)  44.1/25.9 in (1,121/658 mm) (front/rear)  44.1/25.9 in (1,121/658 mm) (front/rear) 
Shoulder Room 54.2/44.7 in (1,378/1,136 mm) (front/rear)  54.2/44.7 in (1,378/1,136 mm) (front/rear)  54.2/44.7 in (1,378/1,136 mm) (front/rear) 
Hip Room 54.3/43.3 in (1,378/1,101 mm) (front/rear)  54.3/43.3 in (1,378/1,101 mm) (front/rear)  54.3/43.3 in (1,378/1,101 mm) (front/rear) 
 

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MSRP does not include delivery, processing and handling fee of $895. Excludes taxes, title, license and optional equipment. Dealer price will vary.

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[1]17-in performance tires are expected to experience greater tire wear than conventional tires. Tire life may be substantially less than 20,000 miles, depending upon driving conditions. [2]Availability and accuracy of the information provided by the Navigation System or any SiriusXM services mentioned (if installed) are dependent upon many factors. Use common sense when relying on information provided. Services not available in every city or roadway. Periodic Navigation updates available at additional cost. Please see your Navigation System Owner's Manual or contact SiriusXM for details. [3]Contact with the Lexus Enform and/or Safety Connect response center is dependent upon the telematics device being in operative condition, cellular connection availability, navigation map data and GPS satellite signal reception, which can limit the ability to reach the response center or receive emergency support. Enrollment and Telematics Subscription Service Agreement required. [4]The Safety Connect® services Automatic Collision Notification, Emergency Assistance and Stolen Vehicle Location will function in the United States, including Hawaii and Alaska, and in Canada. Enhanced Roadside Assistance will function in the United States (except for Hawaii) and in Canada. No Safety Connect services will function outside of the United States in countries other than Canada. [5]Lexus Enform® premium services Destination Assist and eDestination will function in the contiguous United States. These services may also function in Hawaii and limited areas of Alaska for vehicles that contain map data for those states. They will not function in Canada or in other countries outside the United States. [6]SiriusXM services require a subscription after trial period. Subscriptions governed by SiriusXM Customer Agreement available at siriusxm.com. If you decide to continue your SiriusXM service at the end of your complimentary trial, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates unless you call 1-800-967-2346 to cancel. Fees and programming subject to change. Available only to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous United States and D.C. [7]Bluetooth® audio device must be enabled with A2DP and AVRCP. [8]iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. All rights reserved. [9]EPA MPG Estimates. Actual mileage will vary. [10]Ratings achieved using the required premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 or higher. If premium fuel is not used, performance will decrease. [11]MSRP does not include delivery, processing and handling fee of $875. Excludes taxes, title, license and optional equipment. Dealer price may vary. [12]"Delivery, processing and handling fee" is based on the value of the processing, handling and delivery services Lexus provides, as well as Lexus' overall pricing structure. Lexus may make a profit on the delivery, processing and handling fee. [13]Performance figures are for comparison only and were obtained with prototype vehicles by professional drivers using special safety equipment and procedures. Do not attempt. [14]Brake Assist is designed to help the driver take full advantage of the benefits of ABS. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake-system maintenance, tire and road conditions. Back to top