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Used 2019 Lexus IS 300 Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2019 Lexus IS 300 is part of the IS sedan lineup that includes the more powerful IS 350. The IS 300 is available with rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), which come with different engines. There is also an F Sport version that adds exterior elements and hardware that improves the IS 300's performance.

The IS 300 RWD has a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (241 hp, 258 pound-feet of torque) and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Standard features include 17-inch wheels, LED headlights, a sunroof, keyless entry and ignition, dual-zone automatic climate control, power-adjustable front seats, simulated-leather upholstery (NuLuxe), 60/40-split folding rear seatbacks, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, Bluetooth, Lexus Enform Remote vehicle controls, two USB ports, a 7-inch display, and an eight-speaker sound system with an auxiliary audio input, satellite radio and HD radio.

Standard driver assistance technology features include a rearview camera, automatic high beams, lane departure warning and intervention, adaptive cruise control, and a forward collision warning system with pedestrian detection and automatic braking.

The IS 300 AWD substitutes a 3.5-liter V6 engine (260 hp, 236 lb-ft of torque) and a six-speed automatic transmission. Heated front seats also come standard.

The IS 300 offers several option packages. The Comfort package adds automatic wipers, auto-dimming exterior mirrors, a power-adjustable steering wheel, driver-seat memory settings, and blind-spot and rear cross-traffic warning systems (available separately). A Premium package includes heated and ventilated front seats.

The Navigation package replaces the standard infotainment control dial with Lexus' Remote Touch joystick-type controller, a 10.3-inch display and a navigation system. A 15-speaker Mark Levinson audio system can be added to this package.

For those who want to dial up the sporting factor, the F Sport adds revised styling, staggered-width 18-inch wheels (with either summer or all-season tires), a sport-tuned suspension, upgraded brakes, an intake sound generator that amplifies engine noise during acceleration, heated and ventilated front sport seats, and a special sport-oriented gauge cluster.

Stand-alone options include upgraded, triple-beam LED headlights, a power rear sunshade, front and rear parking sensors, an automatic parking system, and a heated steering wheel.

Which IS 300 trim does Edmunds recommend?

The turbocharged four-cylinder IS 300 is the one we'd take. Sure, the all-wheel-drive IS 300 with its V6 makes more horsepower but not enough to sway us. The turbo-four delivers more useful low-end torque for better acceleration off the line and gets better gas mileage, too. We'd add the Comfort package for its extra creature comforts and safety features, but pass on the Navigation package since the Remote Touch interface is frustrating to use. Unfortunately, that package is the only way to get the Mark Levinson premium audio system.

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IS 300 Base
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
standard
standard
Parking assistance
optional
optional
Upholstery
leatherette
leatherette
Heated seats
optional
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
optional
standard
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
Engine power
241 hp @ 5,800 rpm
241 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Engine torque
258 lb-ft @ 1,650 rpm
258 lb-ft @ 1,650 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
225/45R17
225/40R18 (FRONT) 255/35R18 (REAR)
Wheel size
17 X 7.5-in
18 X 8.0-in (Front) 18 X 8.5-in (Rear)
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
21 / 30 / 26 MPG
21 / 30 / 26 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
17.4 gal.
17.4 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
365 / 522 miles
365 / 522 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
34.2 ft.
34.2 ft.
Curb weight
3,583 lb.
3,583 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
79.8 in.
79.8 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
71.3 in.
71.3 in.
Height
56.3 in.
56.3 in.
Length
184.3 in.
184.3 in.
Wheelbase
110.2 in.
110.2 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
10.8 cu. ft.
10.8 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
38.2 in.
38.2 in.
Front Leg Room
44.8 in.
44.8 in.
Front Shoulder Room
55.9 in.
55.9 in.
Rear Head Room
36.9 in.
36.9 in.
Rear Leg Room
32.2 in.
32.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
53.4 in.
53.4 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Chateau, leatherette
Black, leatherette
Flaxen, leatherette
Nuance Black, leatherette
Chateau, leatherette
Black, leatherette
Rioja Red, leatherette
Exterior
Obsidian
Nebula Gray Pearl
Liquid Platinum
Caviar
Eminent White Pearl
Redline
Atomic Silver
Nightfall Mica
Obsidian
Nebula Gray Pearl
Liquid Platinum
Caviar
Ultrasonic Blue Mica 2.0
Redline
Ultra White
Atomic Silver