Lexus IS 2005 Sedan

This generation of Lexus IS has been produced from January, 2005 to January, 2009. We can provide information about 5 modifications of this generation. 2005 Lexus IS is available with four wheel (4x4) drive (1 version) and classical rear wheel drive (4 versions).

This Lexus is available with two petrol engines with displacement from 2.5 to 3.5 litres and power of from 208 to 310 horsepower un one diesel engine with displacement 2.2 litres and power of 177 HP. All engines feature a timing chain-driven camshaft, which is considered a more reliable and less maintenance-intensive solution (What is an engine chain and belt?).
The car is available with both manual (2 versions), as well as automatic (3 versions) gearbox.

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Lexus IS 2005 sedan average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 9.1 to 10.9 litres per 100km, but for diesel engine - approximately 6.3 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Lexus IS 2005 sedan petrol engine version is Lexus IS 250, consuming 9.1 litres per 100km.

Lexus IS 2005 sedan CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 214 to 231 grams per kilometer, but for diesel engine - approximately 168 grams per kilometer. From Lexus IS with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Lexus IS 250 which produces an average of 214 grams of CO2 per kilometer.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 6 seconds has Lexus IS 350 version, conversely the tardiest one is Lexus IS 220d reaching this speed only in 8.9 seconds. The maximum top speed is 230 km/h for the 2.5 petrol 6-cylinder 208 hp version (Lexus IS 250).

Lenght of Lexus IS is 458 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - Lexus IS is about 3 cm longer than Audi A4 sedan, but 3 cm shorter than Mazda 626 sedan. Lexus IS gross weight is from 2045 to 2075 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 13 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. Lexus IS trunk space is 378 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 368 litres.

This Lexus is slightly expensive - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 4600 €. According to user reviews, average Lexus IS repair costs are 700 € per year. Users calculated Lexus IS 2005 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2800 € cost per year and 0.22 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 57%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 21% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Lexus IS for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Lexus IS prices and costs.

Lexus IS modifications

Lexus IS safety

During safety testing Lexus IS has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Lexus IS is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Lexus IS got two stars.

Lexus IS prices

Lexus IS 2005 - 2009 sedan price in Latvia is from 1700 € to 8500 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Lexus IS price is very high - Lexus IS is approximately for 41 percents more expensive then average sedans of this age (compare sedans 2005 - 2009 prices). Lexus IS high price can be explained by its quality above average (see below), therefore this Lexus could be reasonable purchase in long term perspective.