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|Marque = '''place marque here - not manufacturer'''
|Marque = Lexus
|aka = '''Type aka here, not up there'''
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|Production = '''produced from when to when+total units made (optional)'''
|Production = 2008-
|Class = '''denote market class'''
|Class = Compact Luxury Sports Sedan
|Body Style = '''how many doors+how many seats+what type of body'''
|Body Style = 4-Door Sedan
|Length = '''length - type here'''
|Length = 183.5 in.
|Width = '''Width - type here'''
|Width = 71.5 in.
|Height = '''Height - type here'''
|Height = 55.7 in.
|Wheelbase = '''wheelbase - type here'''
|Wheelbase = 107.5 in.
|Weight = '''Weight - you get the point'''
|Weight = 3,780 lbs.
|Transmission = '''transmission + drive'''
|Transmission = 8-speed Automatic
|Engine = '''engine'''
|Engine = 5.0L V8
|Power = N/A hp @ N/A rpm<br>N/A lb-ft of [[torque]] @ N/A rpm
|Power = 416 hp <!---@ N/A rpm---><br>371 lb-ft of [[torque]] <!---@ N/A rpm--->
|Similar =  '''similar (competition)'''
|Similar =  [[BMW M3]]
|Designer = '''Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort)'''
|Designer = Yukihiko Yaguchi
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Start off with a brief Introduction to the particular MODEL. Please DO NOT use the same Introduction text from the [[Wikicars:Model Review Template|<MODEL> Review]] page, but rather paraphrase ideas relevant to grasp an overall scope of the [[automobile|vehicle]].  
The '''[[Lexus]] IS-F''' is the motorsport version of the successful [[Lexus IS]] series.  Launched as a new 2008 model, the Lexus IS-F features a 5.0L V8 engine mated with an 8-speed sequential-shift automatic transmission.  The IS-F produces 416 hp, and promises a 0-60 time of under 4.9 seconds.


'''Please include the following line at the bottom of this section. Please replace [[Wikicars:Model Review Template|<MODEL> Review]] with the proper text:'''
See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Wikicars:Model Review Template|Lexus IS-F Review]]'''.
 
See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Wikicars:Model Review Template|<MODEL> Review]]'''.


===Recent Changes===  
===Recent Changes===  
Mention any minor facelifts or major changes made to the [[automobile|vehicle]] here.
The Lexus IS-F is brand new for 2008.


===Styles and Major Options===
===Styles and Major Options===
Certain [[automobile|vehicles]] come in different trim levels or body styles. Features and major options should be mentioned here.  
====Factory Options====
*  Mark Levinson® Premium Surround-sound System (AM/FM tuner, in-dash 6-DVD/CD changer, 14 speakers, advanced discrete amplifier design with 300 watts continuous power at less than 0.1% THD from 20 to 20,000 Hz, 7.1-channel speaker architecture)
* Lexus DVD Navigation System - 7-inch LCD VGA touch screen, Voice activation
* Rear back-up camera
* Bluetooth®
* Intuitive Park Assist (IPA)
* Pre-Collision System (PCS) with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
* Headlamp Cleaner


===Pricing===
===Pricing===
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Pricing TBA


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===Safety===
===Safety===
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This section should reference points on safety ratings and features of the vehicle. --->


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===Colors===
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      <td height="20" width="145">'''Exterior Colors'''</td>
      <td height="20" width="73">'''Base'''</td>
    </tr>
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      <td height="20" width="145">Obsidian</td>
      <td bgcolor="#060607" width="73">&nbsp;</td>
    </tr>
  </table>
  <table border="1" bordercolor="#0000FF">
    <tr bordercolor="#FFFFFF">
      <td  width="145">Mercury Metallic</td>
      <td width="73"  bgcolor="#d0d0d0">&nbsp;</td>
    </tr>
  </table>
  <table border="1">
    <tr>
      <td height="20" width="145">Ultrasonic Blue</td>
      <td bgcolor="#0000FF" width="73">&nbsp;</td>
    </tr>
  </table>
  <table border="1">
    <tr>
      <td  height="20" width="145">Starfire Pearl</td>
      <td  bgcolor="#fdfaf7" width="73">&nbsp;</td>
    </tr>
  </table>
  <table border="1">
    <tr>
      <td  height="20" width="145">Matador Red Mica</td>
      <td  bgcolor="#881b22" width="73">&nbsp;</td>
    </tr>
  </table>
  <table border="1">
    <tr>
      <td height="20" width="145">Smoky Granite</td>
      <td  bgcolor="#717775" width="73">&nbsp;</td>
    </tr>
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        <td  height="20" width="140">'''Interior Colors'''</td>
        <td height="20" width="76">'''Base'''</td>
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===Colors===
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        <td  height="20" width="140">Black</td>
        <td bgcolor="#1b1b1b" width="76">&nbsp;</td>
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        <td  height="20" width="140">White</td>
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===Main Competitors===
===Main Competitors===
Create links to other <MAKE> <MODEL> pages in this section.
*  [[BMW M3]]
 
*  [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class|Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG]]
==Hybrid Models==
If there are [[Hybrid Cars|hybrid]] versions of this vehicle manufactured, then please elaborate a little bit on it here.


==Unique Attributes==
==Unique Attributes==
If there are any features of this [[automobile|vehicle]] that sets it apart from other [[automobile|vehicles]] in its class, then mention those ''unique attributes'' here.
This is the first vehicle in the motorsport class to feature an 8-speed automatic transmission.


==Interior==
==Interior==
This section should include information on the interior's ''design'', ''build quality'', ''ergonomics'', ''space (head and legroom, front and rear)'', ''features'', ''stowage compartments'' and ''overall comfortability'' and ''livability''. Add pictures wherever applicable and '''''keep information in a third-person point of view'''''.
The interior is similar to the regular IS, but adds carbon fiber panels, F-badging, blue stitching, and a different white interior color is available. The gauges are also modified.
 
==Resale Values==
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! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | Year X-2
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | Year X-3
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==Criticisms==
==Criticisms==
Please make sure to '''''keep critiques in a third-person point of view'''''. If using criticisms from a reputable automotive source, then '''''please make sure to cite the quote'''''.
The exterior appearance of the IS-F has drawn some criticism from some reviewers.
 
==Generations==
Fill in as many as appropriate. Add more if necessary and pictures wherever applicable.
 
'''''Please make sure NOT to use copyrighted pictures'''''.
 
==Current Generation: (YYYY–present)==
 
===Fifth generation (YYYY–YYYY)===
 
 
===Fourth generation (YYYY–YYYY)===
 
 
===Third generation (YYYY–YYYY)===
 
 
===Second generation (YYYY–YYYY)===
 
 
===First Generation/Origins (YYYY–YYYY)===
 


==Worldwide==
==Worldwide==
If the [[automobile|vehicle]] is sold in other markets worldwide, then this is the section to mention that information. Also, mention if the <MODEL> goes by another name in these other markets.
The Lexus IS-F is expected to go on sale in Japan, Europe, North America, Australia, and parts of Asia and the Middle East.


==Design quirks and oddities==
==Design quirks and oddities==
Refer to any pop-culture tidbits about the [[Automobile|vehicle]] in this section.
The sloped bulge on the hood is to accomodate the larger 5.0L V8 engine.


==Awards==
==Awards==
List out notable ''awards'' that the model has recieved while in production. '''Boldface''' the company or organization that gives out the award, and ''Italicize'' the name of the award.
TBA


==See Also==
==See Also==
[[Lexus IS]]


==External Links==
==External Links==
Please include any external sites that were used in collaborating this data, including manufacturer sites, in this section.
* [http://www.lexus.com/isf Lexus.com IS-F official site]


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Revision as of 05:07, 3 December 2007

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Lexus IS-F
Lexus
aka
Production 2008-
Class Compact Luxury Sports Sedan
Body Style 4-Door Sedan
Length 183.5 in.
Width 71.5 in.
Height 55.7 in.
Wheelbase 107.5 in.
Weight 3,780 lbs.
Transmission 8-speed Automatic
Engine 5.0L V8
Power 416 hp
371 lb-ft of torque
Similar BMW M3
Designer Yukihiko Yaguchi


The Lexus IS-F is the motorsport version of the successful Lexus IS series. Launched as a new 2008 model, the Lexus IS-F features a 5.0L V8 engine mated with an 8-speed sequential-shift automatic transmission. The IS-F produces 416 hp, and promises a 0-60 time of under 4.9 seconds.

See Wikicars' comprehensive Lexus IS-F Review.

Recent Changes

The Lexus IS-F is brand new for 2008.

Styles and Major Options

Factory Options

  • Mark Levinson® Premium Surround-sound System (AM/FM tuner, in-dash 6-DVD/CD changer, 14 speakers, advanced discrete amplifier design with 300 watts continuous power at less than 0.1% THD from 20 to 20,000 Hz, 7.1-channel speaker architecture)
  • Lexus DVD Navigation System - 7-inch LCD VGA touch screen, Voice activation
  • Rear back-up camera
  • Bluetooth®
  • Intuitive Park Assist (IPA)
  • Pre-Collision System (PCS) with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
  • Headlamp Cleaner

Pricing

Pricing TBA

MODEL Trims
Trim1 Trim2 Trim3 Trim4
MSRP
$Price1 $Price2 $Price3 $Price4
Invoice
$Price1 $Price2 $Price3 $Price4

Photos

Colors

Exterior Colors Base
Obsidian  
Mercury Metallic  
Ultrasonic Blue  
Starfire Pearl  
Matador Red Mica  
Smoky Granite  
 
Interior Colors Base
Black  
White  

Main Competitors

Unique Attributes

This is the first vehicle in the motorsport class to feature an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Interior

The interior is similar to the regular IS, but adds carbon fiber panels, F-badging, blue stitching, and a different white interior color is available. The gauges are also modified.

Criticisms

The exterior appearance of the IS-F has drawn some criticism from some reviewers.

Worldwide

The Lexus IS-F is expected to go on sale in Japan, Europe, North America, Australia, and parts of Asia and the Middle East.

Design quirks and oddities

The sloped bulge on the hood is to accomodate the larger 5.0L V8 engine.

Awards

TBA

See Also

Lexus IS

External Links

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