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IS F Model Details
2008
The all-new IS F is a high-performance sports car that boasts a level of handling and capability normally associated with exotics. The 5.0-liter V8 produces 416 horsepower [1] and 371 lb-ft of torque [1]. The eight-speed Sport Direct-Shift transmission can upshift in just 0.1 seconds. As powerful as it is impressive, the IS F sets new levels for performance luxury. Features for the 2008 model include:
- Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) [2] with Sport Mode
- 19-inch BBS® forged aluminum wheels [3]
- High-performance Brembo® brakes [4]
- Eight-speed Sport Direct-Shift transmission
- Perforated leather-trimmed interior
- Lexus Premium Sound System with 13 speakers and an auxiliary input
- Four-passenger seating
All Detailed Specs
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| Engine & Performance | ||
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| Engine Type | V8, 90-degree with aluminum block and cylinder heads | |
| Horsepower | 416 @ 6,600 RPM [1] | |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 371 @ 5,200 RPM [1] | |
| Displacement (L /cu in) | 5.0-liter, 4,969 cm3 [4] / 303.2 cu in | |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 32-valve, intake camshaft with electronic Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-iE), exhaust camshaft with hydraulic Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) | |
| Designation | 2UR-GSE | |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.70 in x 3.52 in | |
| Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | |
| Emission Certification | Certified Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV II) | |
| Maximum Engine Speed (redline) | 6,800 RPM | |
| Performance | ||
| 0 - 60 mph (mfg. estimates) | 4.6 sec [1] [5] | |
| Top Track Speed (mfg. estimates – electronically limited) | 170 mph [1] [5] | |
| 1/4-Mile Acceleration (sec) | 13.0 [1] [5] | |
| Coefficient of Drag (Cd) | 0.30 | |
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| Fuel Economy | ||
|---|---|---|
| City (mpg) – EPA estimated | 16 [6] | |
| Highway (mpg) - EPA estimated | 23 [6] | |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal | |
| Fuel System | SFI D-4 direct and port fuel injection system | |
| Fuel Requirement | Premium 91 octane unleaded | |
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| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
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| Drive Type | Rear-wheel drive | |
| Transmission Type | Eight-speed sport Direct-Shift automatic with paddle shifters and Manual mode | |
| Gear Ratios | ||
| 1st | 4.596 | |
| 2nd | 2.724 | |
| 3rd | 1.863 | |
| 4th | 1.464 | |
| 5th | 1.231 | |
| 6th | 1.000 | |
| 7th | 0.824 | |
| 8th | 0.685 | |
| Rev | 2.176 | |
| Differential Gear Ratio | 2.937 | |
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| Body & Chassis | ||
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| Body Type | Five-passenger high-performance luxury sport sedan | |
| Doors | Four | |
| Construction | Welded-steel unibody | |
| High-tensile strength sheet metal used on 40 percent of the body for lightweight rigidity | ||
| Braces installed between the rear subframe and front floor reinforcement provide torsional and transverse rigidity | ||
| Rust-resistant steel used on main body parts | ||
| Resin rocker moldings add durability and chip resistance to lower body panels | ||
| Use of rigid, low-density foam-type asphalt sheets help reduce noise and vibration | ||
| Foam material in side members/pillars used to help reduce wind noise | ||
| Narrow and precise body panel gaps | ||
| Flush surface body panel and glass | ||
| One-piece color-keyed Super Olefin Polymer front and rear bumpers | ||
| Acoustic glass windshield to reduce noise | ||
| Suspension | ||
| Suspension, Front | Double-wishbone with high-mount upper arms, high-rate coil springs w/bound stopper, monotube gas-filled shock absorbers, large-diameter hollow stabilizer bar | |
| Suspension, Rear | Multilink suspension, high-rate coil springs w/bound stopper, monotube gas-filled shock absorbers, large-diameter stabilizer bar | |
| Steering | ||
| Steering | Electronic Power Steering (EPS): Vehicle speed-sensing coaxial rack & pinion, power assist, F-sport™ mode adjustable | |
| Overall Ratio | 13.6:1 | |
| Turns (Lock to Lock) | 2.91 | |
| Turning Circle (curb to curb) | 33.5 ft | |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Four-wheel power-assisted disc brakes (Brembo® manufactured for Lexus) [4] with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist [7] | |
| Discs, Front (in) | 14.2-in drilled rotors with six-piston opposed aluminum calipers, high-friction brake pads [4] | |
| Discs, Rear (in) | 13.6-in drilled rotors with two-piston opposed aluminum calipers, high-friction brake pads [4] | |
| Anti-Lock Braking (ABS) | Four-sensor, four-channel | |
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| Wheels & Tires | ||
|---|---|---|
| Wheel Size/Type | 19 x 8 in front / 19 x 9 in rear; directional 10-spoke forged aluminum alloy (BBS® manufactured for Lexus) [8] | |
| Tire Size/Type | 225/40YR19 front – 255/35YR19 rear | |
| Spare Tire and Wheel | Temporary spare | |
| Tire Brands | Bridgestone Potenza, Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 (both built to IS F spec) | |
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| Safety & Security | ||
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| Airbag | ||
| Dual-stage driver’s and front passenger’s airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) [9] | ||
| Front passenger’s twin chamber airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) [9] | ||
| Driver and front passenger knee airbags Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) [9] | ||
| Front seat-mounted side airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) [9] | ||
| Front and rear side curtain airbags Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) [9] | ||
| Electronic Traction Control | Traction Control (TRAC) | |
| Electronic Stability Control | Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) [2] with cutoff switch and both Normal and Sport modes [integrates VSC, TRAC, ABS, EBD, BA, EPS, and throttle input] and Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) [10] | |
| Anti-Lock Braking (ABS) | Front-ventilated and rear-ventilated disc brakes [4] with single brake booster and four-sensor, four-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | |
| Braking Assist | Brake Assist [7] | |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | |
| Pre-Collision System (PCS) | Radar [11] |
Optional |
| Electronic Tire Pressure | Direct Tire Pressure Monitor System [12] | |
| Frame | Impact-absorbing door and body construction | |
| Impact Resistance | Impact-dissipating soft upper headliner and pillars | |
| Impact-absorbing structures integrated in engine hood, fenders and cowl | ||
| Front-and rear-door side-impact beams | ||
| Crumple Zones | Front and rear energy-managing crumple zones | |
| Steering Column | Collapsible steering column | |
| Seatbelts | Three-point seatbelts for all seating positions, front and rear outboard with pre-tensioners and force-limiters; height-adjustable front shoulder belt anchors | |
| Locking Seatbelt Control | Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) and Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) function for all positions except driver (driver's only equipped with ELR) | |
| Child Restraint | Child Restraint Seat (CRS) top tether anchor brackets (adopted to comply with phase-in of the new CRS Anchorage Points Regulation) | |
| Child Safety Locks | Manual for the rear passenger doors, window lock button on driver door control | |
| Electronic Park Assist | Intuitive Parking Assist |
Optional |
| Anti-Theft Protection | Vehicle theft-deterrent system with engine immobilizer [13] | |
| Remote-activated, SmartAccess-linked illuminated entry [14] (dome-light ring illuminates when doors are unlocked, remains illuminated for 15 seconds or until door is opened) | ||
| Multifunction in-key remote | ||
| Entry system with lock, two-stage unlock, trunk open and “panic” features, volume-adjustable confirmation tone and rolling code technology | ||
| Defogger | Auto-off timer for rear window | |
| Windshield Wipers | Variable intermittent wipers with mist cycle | |
| Rain-sensing intermittent windshield wipers with mist cycle | ||
| Mirrors | Power-adjustable, auto-folding outside mirrors with puddle lamps | |
| Electrochromic auto-dimming outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse | ||
| Glass | Water-repellent front-door glass | |
| First Aid Kit | Included | |
| Tool Kit | Included | |
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| Exterior Specs | ||
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| Length (in/mm) | 183.5 / 4,660 | |
| Width (in/mm) | 71.5 / 1,815 | |
| Height (unloaded) (in / mm) | 55.7 / 1,415 | |
| Wheelbase (in/mm) | 107.5 / 2,730 | |
| Tread Width | ||
| Front (in / mm) | 61.4 / 1,560 | |
| Rear (in / mm) | 59.6 / 1,515 | |
| Weight Distribution | 54% front / 46% rear | |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal | |
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| Exterior Features | ||
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| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon™ HID, auto-leveling headlamps Smoked bezel | |
| Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) | ||
| LED brake, tail and license plate lamps | ||
| Puddle lamps (mounted on underside of outer mirrors) Daytime Running Lights (DRL); illuminated running boards | ||
| Running Lights | Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | |
| Foglamps | Integrated foglamps | |
| Taillamps | LED brake, tail and license plate lamps | |
| Windshield Wipers | Variable intermittent wipers with mist cycle | |
| Rain-sensing intermittent windshield wipers with mist cycle | ||
| Mirrors | Color-keyed electrochromic outside rearview mirrors with memory | |
| Glass | Top shade/tinted glass on front windshield | |
| Ultraviolet and infrared ray–reducing glass on all windows | ||
| Fenders | Wide front fenders with air vents | |
| Spoiler | Aerodynamic rear spoiler | |
| Exhaust | Quad exhaust tips | |
| "F" logo | "F" logo on fenders and rear badging | |
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| Interior Specs | ||
|---|---|---|
| Seating Capacity | Four | |
| Headroom, Front (in/mm) | 37.2 (39.0 without moonroof) / 945 (991 w/o moonroof) | |
| Headroom, Rear (in/mm) | 36.7 (36.9 without moonroof) / 932 (937 w/o moonroof) | |
| Legroom, Front (in/mm) | 43.9 / 1,115 | |
| Legroom, Rear (in/mm) | 30.6 / 777 | |
| Shoulder Room, Front (in/mm) | 54.4 / 1,382 | |
| Shoulder Room, Rear (in/mm) | 52.7 / 1,339 | |
| Hip Room, Front (in / mm) | 54.1 / 1,374 | |
| Hip Room, Rear (in / mm) | 53.7 / 1,364 | |
| EPA Passenger Volume | 85.7 cu ft (88.3 without moonroof) | |
| EPA Cargo Volume | 13.3 cu ft | |
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| Interior Features | ||
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| Interior Trim | Leather-trimmed interior with "F" logo embroidered in sides of seat cushions | |
| Blue or Terra Cotta accents exclusive to "F" marque |
Optional |
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| Steering wheel and rear-seat console with "F" logo | ||
| Hand-finished aluminized composite trim | ||
| Piano black center-console trim |
Optional |
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| Fabric sun visors and headliner | ||
| One-piece cut pile carpeting | ||
| Two front and two rear articulating assist grips | ||
| Armrest | Front center armrest | |
| Center Console | Rear seat center console in four-seat configuration | |
| Leather-trimmed sport seats with enhanced lateral support, four-seat sport configuration; "F" badging on console and side of each seat | ||
| Seats | 10-way power front sport seats, including power lumbar support, and three-position memory for driver and front passenger | |
| Heated front seats | ||
| Height-adjustable front-shoulder belt anchors | ||
| Rear-seat trunk pass-through | ||
| Coin Holder | Coin holder | |
| Cupholder | Console-mounted dual rear cupholders | |
| One front cupholder located behind the shift lever and one cupholder in the center console | ||
| Memory Systems | Lexus Memory System to control power driver’s seat (except lumbar), outside mirrors and steering wheel | |
| Lexus Personalized Settings (LPS) [15] to customize select electronic functions | ||
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| Comfort & Convenience | ||
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| Cruise Control | Cruise control | |
| Dynamic Radar Cruise Control [16] |
Optional |
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| Air Conditioning | Automatic | |
| Climate Control | Dual-zone automatic climate control with automatic recirculation mode and smog sensor | |
| Air Filtration | Dust/pollen interior air filter | |
| Navigation System | Voice-activated DVD Navigation System [17] with backup camera [18] and Bluetooth® technology [19] |
Optional |
| Bluetooth® Technology | Included with voice-activated DVD Navigation System [17] [19] |
Optional |
| Backup Camera | Full-color display [18] |
Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | SmartAccess [14] [13] | |
| Remote Keyless Ignition | SmartAccess [14] [13] | |
| Push-Button Ignition | Start/Stop push-button ignition | |
| Remote Windows | Remote-linked windows | |
| Moonroof | Power tilt-and-slide moonroof with one-touch activation and sliding sunshade | |
| HomeLink® Transceiver | Operates compatible garage, gate, home lighting and home security systems | |
| Anti-Theft Protection | Theft-deterrent and engine immobilizer [13] system | |
| Power Windows | Power windows with one-touch up/down | |
| Power Door Locks | Power door locks with anti lock-out | |
| Speed-sensitive, shift-linked automatic door lock/unlock | ||
| Power Mirrors | Power-adjustable, auto-folding outside mirrors with puddle lamps | |
| Heated Seats, Front | Heated front seats | |
| Steering Wheel Controls | Power tilt-and-telescopic adjustable steering wheel with memory | |
| Retained Accessory Power | Retained accessory power for windows and moonroof | |
| Illuminated Entry | Illuminated entry system | |
| Instrumentation | LCD-type electronic digital twin trip meters and odometer display | |
| Voltage and Oil Temperature Gauge | ||
| Fog lamp indicator | ||
| Door courtesy lights, glovebox light and trunk light | ||
| Outside Temperature Gauge | External temperature display | |
| External temperature display | ||
| Compass | Rearview mirror compass | |
| Scuff Plates | Aluminum | |
| Defogger | Rear window defogger with timer | |
| Fuel Cap | Fuel cap hanger | |
| Wipers | Rain-sensing wipers | |
| Variable intermittent wipers with mist cycle | ||
| Miscellaneous | Articulating assist grips (two front/two rear) | |
| Covered center-console storage box | ||
| Retractable coat hooks | ||
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| Audio & Entertainment | ||
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| Standard Audio System | Lexus Premium Sound System with Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL) and in-dash, single-feed, six-disc CD auto-changer | |
| Speakers | 13 speakers with high-power amplifier | |
| Audio System | Mark Levinson® 14-speaker 300-watt at less than 0.1% THD, 20-20,000 Hz [20] Reference Surround Sound Audio System [21] with 7.1 architecture and in-dash, single-feed, six-disc DVD/CD auto-changer. |
Optional |
| Satellite Radio | XM® Satellite Radio [22] [23] | |
| MP3 Audio Input Plug | Auxiliary iPod® [24]/MP3/Windows Media® Audio (WMA) port | |
| Antenna | Rear glass-imprinted radio antenna with separate FM diversity antenna | |
[1]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.
[2]Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) is an electronic system designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control under adverse conditions. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Factors including speed, road conditions and driver steering input can all affect whether VDIM will be effective in preventing a loss of control. Please see your Owner's Manual for further details.
[3]19-in performance tires are expected to experience greater tire wear than conventional tires. Tire life may be substantially less than 15,000 miles, depending upon driving conditions.
[4]High-friction brakes are standard equipment for the front brakes only and require periodic inspection and measurement as outlined in the Warranty and Services Guide. The pads and rotors are expected to experience greater wear than conventional brakes. Pad life may be less than 20,000 miles, and brake rotor life may be less than 50,000 miles depending on driving conditions.
[5]Performance figures are for comparison only and were obtained with prototype vehicles by professional drivers using special safety equipment and procedures. Do not attempt.
[6]EPA MPG Estimates. Actual mileage will vary.
[7]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.
[8]18-in or 19-in tires are expected to experience greater tire wear than conventional tires. Tire life may be substantially less than 15,000 miles, depending on driving conditions. Please see your Lexus dealer for details and other information relating to tire selection.
[9]All the airbag (AB) systems are Supplemental Restraint Systems. All ABs (if installed) are designed to inflate only under certain conditions and in certain types of severe collisions: frontal and knee ABs typically inflate in frontal collisions; side and side curtain ABs in side collisions; Roll-Sensing Curtain ABs at a severe tilt degree, roll or lateral G-force. In all other accidents, the ABs will not inflate. To decrease the risk of injury from an inflating AB, always wear seatbelts, sit upright in the middle of the seat as far back as possible and do not lean against the door. Do not put objects in front of an AB or around the seatback. Do not use a rearward-facing child seat in any front passenger seat. The force of an inflating AB may cause serious injury or death. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further information/warnings.
[10]Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) is an electronic system designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control under adverse conditions. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Factors including speed, road conditions and driver steering input can all affect whether VSC will be effective in preventing a loss of control. Please see your Owner's Manual for further details.
[11]The Pre-Collision System is designed to help reduce the crash speed and damage in certain frontal collisions only. It is not a collision-avoidance system and is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors, such as speed, driver input and road conditions. Please see your Owner's Manual for further information.
[12]The Tire Pressure Monitor System alerts the driver when tire pressure is critically low. For optimal tire wear and performance, tire pressure should be checked regularly with a gauge; do not rely solely on the monitor system. Please see your Owner's Manual for details.
[13]The engine immobilizer is a state-of-the-art anti-theft system. When you insert your key into the ignition switch or bring a SmartAccess fob into the vehicle, the key transmits an electronic code to the vehicle. The engine will only start if the code in the transponder chip inside the key or SmartAccess fob matches the code in the vehicle's immobilizer. Because the transponder chip is embedded in the key or SmartAccess fob, it can be costly to replace. If you lose a key or SmartAccess fob, your Lexus dealer can help. Alternatively, you can find a qualified independent locksmith to perform high-security key services by consulting your local Yellow Pages or by contacting www.aloa.org.
[14]The SmartAccess system may interfere with some pacemakers or cardiac defibrillators. If you have one of these medical devices, please talk to your doctor to see if you should deactivate this system.
[15]The Lexus Personalized Settings (LPS) can be programmed in two ways: For most models equipped with the available Navigation System, the driver can modify the settings themselves; for other models, including those without a Navigation System, programming is done by your Lexus dealer via a one-time, complimentary offer during the first 12 months from the date the vehicle is sold. Please see your Lexus dealer for more information.
[16]Dynamic Radar Cruise Control is designed to assist the driver and is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving practices. Please see your Owner's Manual for important instructions and cautions.
[17]The Navigation System is designed to assist in locating an address or point of interest. Discrepancies may be encountered between the system and your actual location. Road system changes may affect the accuracy of the information provided. Rely on your common sense to decide whether to follow a specified route. Detailed coverage not available in every city or roadway. Periodic updates available at an additional cost. Please see your Navigation System Owner's Manual for further details.
[18]The backup camera does not provide a comprehensive view of the rear area of the vehicle. You should also look around outside your vehicle and use your mirrors to confirm rearward clearance. Cold weather may limit effectiveness and view may become cloudy.
[19]The Bluetooth® technology phones listed on lexus.com have been tested for compatibility with Lexus vehicles. Performance will vary based on phone software version, coverage and your wireless carrier. Phones are warranted by their manufacturer, not Lexus.
[20]Continuous average power, all channels driven, at less than 0.1% THD; 20–20,000 Hz.
[21]Mark Levinson® is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc.
[22]Satellite Radio requires an XM® or SIRIUS® compatible receiver and a subscription service fee after trial. Vehicles without a factory-installed radio receiver require hardware purchase and installation. Please see your Lexus dealer for further details. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscriptions subject to the XM Customer Agreement available at www.xmradio.com or the SIRIUS Terms & Conditions available at www.sirius.com. Available only in the 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia.
[23]Interface kit for iPod® and XM® or SIRIUS® Radio services are not compatible and are not available in conjunction with one another.
[24]iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. All rights reserved.
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