2009 Lexus IS F
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At A Glance
| GENERAL | |
| Model | 2009 Lexus IS F 4dr Sdn |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| Passenger Doors | 4 |
| Passenger Capacity | 4 |
| MSRP | $66450.00 |
| Destination Charge | $1895.00 |
Consumer Information
| Warranty | |
| WarrantyInfo | Basic: 4 Years/80,000 km Drivetrain: 6 Years/110,000 km Corrosion: 6 Years/Unlimited km Emissions: 4 Years/80,000 km Roadside Assistance: 4 Years/Unlimited km |
Technical Specification
| Vehicle | |
| EPA Classification | Sub-Compact |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Gas V8 |
| Displacement | 5.0L/303 |
| Fuel System | DIS |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 416 @ 6600 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 371 @ 5200 |
| Transmission | |
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Trans Type | 8 |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 4.60 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.72 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.86 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.46 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.23 |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.00 |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 2.18 |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 2.94 |
| Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.82 |
| Eighth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.69 |
| Mileage | |
| EnerGuide Estimate - City (L/100 km) | 13.1 (Est) |
| EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy (L/100 km) | 8.5 (Est) |
| Electrical | |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary) | - TBD - |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | - TBD - |
| Cooling System | |
| Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) | - TBD - |
| Weight Information | |
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 3781 |
| Suspension | |
| Suspension Type - Front | Double Wishbone |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Multi-Link |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) | - TBD - |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) | - TBD - |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) | - TBD - |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) | - TBD - |
| Brakes | |
| Brake Type | Pwr |
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 14.2 x - TBD - |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 13.6 x - TBD - |
| Tires | |
| Front Tire Size | 225/40R19 |
| Rear Tire Size | 255/35R19 |
| Spare Tire Size | Temporary |
| Wheels | |
| Front Wheel Size (in) | 19 x 8.0 |
| Rear Wheel Size (in) | 19 x 9.0 |
| Spare Wheel Size (in) | Compact |
| Front Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Rear Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Spare Wheel Material | Steel |
| Steering | |
| Steering Type | Electric Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | 13.6 |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 2.91 |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 36.1 |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) | - TBD - |
| Fuel Tank | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (L) | 64.0 |
| Exterior Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase (in) | 107.4 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 183.5 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 71.5 |
| Height, Overall (in) | 55.7 |
| Track Width, Front (in) | 61.4 |
| Track Width, Rear (in) | 59.6 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 4.7 |
| Liftover Height (in) | - TBD - |
| Cargo Area Dimensions | |
| Trunk Volume (ft?) | 11.0 |
| Interior Dimensions | |
| Passenger Capacity | 4 |
| Passenger Volume (ft?) | 85.7 |
| Front Head Room (in) | 37.2 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 43.9 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 54.4 |
| Front Hip Room (in) | 54.1 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 36.7 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 30.7 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 52.7 |
| Second Hip Room (in) | 53.7 |
| Summary | |
| Vehicle Name | IS F |
| Body Style | 4 Door Sedan |
Standard Equipment
| EXTERIOR | |
| Pwr moonroof | |
| Body-coloured bumpers | |
| Bi-xenon high intensity discharge (HID) auto-leveling headlamps-inc: light control system, adaptive front lighting system (AFS), washers | |
| Fog lamps | |
| Pwr heated body-coloured folding mirrors | |
| High solar energy absorbing tinted window glass | |
| Variable intermittent wipers w/mist | |
| Body-coloured door handles | |
| INTERIOR | |
| Leather seating surfaces | |
| Front 8-way pwr heated bucket seats-inc: adjustable headrests, pwr lumbar, memory | |
| Rear bucket seats-inc: adjustable headrests, fold down centre armrest w/trunk pass-through | |
| Front centre console-inc: armrest, storage box | |
| Carpeted floor mats | |
| Driver footrest | |
| Tilt/telescoping 3-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel w/audio controls | |
| Instrumentation-inc: compass, multi-information display, tachometer, outside temp gauge, dual trip odometers | |
| Warning lights-inc: low fuel, low engine oil level, door ajar, front seat belt warning | |
| Tire pressure monitoring system | |
| Pwr windows w/auto up/down | |
| Retained accessory pwr | |
| Pwr door locks w/lockout protection | |
| Smart Key system w/(1) wallet size smart card key | |
| Integrated garage door opener | |
| Cruise control | |
| Remote fuel door release | |
| Anti-theft system | |
| Engine immobilizer | |
| AM/FM stereo w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3/WMA changer-inc: (13) speakers, audio auxiliary input jack, automatic sound levelizer system (ASL) | |
| Satellite radio ready w/roof-mounted fin antenna | |
| In-glass diversity antenna | |
| Dual zone automatic climate control-inc: soft-touch heater controls, rear seat heater ducts, cabin air filter | |
| Rear window defroster w/timer | |
| Side window defoggers | |
| Front & rear cup holders | |
| Accessory pwr outlet | |
| Cigarette lighter w/illuminated ashtray | |
| Digital clock | |
| Electrochromic rear view mirror | |
| Dual illuminated vanity mirrors | |
| Assist grips | |
| Lighting-inc: door courtesy, glove box, map lamps | |
| Illuminated entry w/fadeout | |
| Metallic shift knob | |
| Door map pockets | |
| Front seat back pockets | |
| Cargo mat | |
| MECHANICAL | |
| 5.0L DOHC DI 32-valve V8 engine-inc: variable valve timing w/intelligence electrically driven on intake cam (VVT-iE) | |
| Electronic throttle control system w/intelligence (ETCS-i) | |
| Push button start | |
| 8-speed automatic transmission-inc: sport direct shift control, paddle shifters | |
| Sport vehicle dynamics integrated management (Sport VDIM)-inc: VDIM off button, vehicle stability control (VSC), traction control (TRAC) | |
| Rear wheel drive | |
| Independent double wishbone front suspension-inc: gas shocks, coil springs, anti-dive & anti-squat geometry | |
| Multi-link rear control arms rear suspension-inc: gas shocks, coil springs | |
| Front & rear stabilizer bars | |
| 19" polished forged lightweight aluminum wheels w/wheel locks | |
| P225/40R19 front & P255/35R19 rear performance summer tires | |
| Temporary spare tire | |
| Electric pwr progressive rate rack & pinion steering | |
| 4-wheel drilled disc pwr assisted brakes | |
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |
| Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) w/brake assist (BA) | |
| Quad tailpipes | |
| SAFETY | |
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |
| Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) w/brake assist (BA) | |
| Dual stage driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) | |
| Front passenger occupancy classification indicator | |
| Driver & front passenger knee airbags | |
| Front seat-mounted side airbags | |
| Front & rear side curtain airbags | |
| All-position 3-point lap & shoulder belts | |
| Height-adjustable front shoulder belt anchors | |
| Front & rear seat belt pre-tensioners & force limiters | |
| Anchor points for child restraint seats | |
| Child protector rear door locks | |
| Sport vehicle dynamics integrated management (Sport VDIM)-inc: VDIM off button, vehicle stability control (VSC), traction control (TRAC) | |
| First aid kit | |
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