Not Your Father’s IS300 – The 2005 Lexus IS300 Base
The IS300 Base is equipped with a Toyota 3.0 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 5-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The IS300 comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Statistics
The IS300 is 176.60 inches long, 67.90 inches wide, and 55.50 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 105.10 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.
The standard warranty period for the IS300 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $29,735 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $26,165. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 2005 IS300 is a MPI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.
The 2005 IS300 gets 25 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is below average for a sedan car.
Parting Shots
The 2005 model year was very successful for the Lexus IS300. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.
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