Exterior Design
The Lexus IS sedans show a strong family resemblance to the Lexus GS models while establishing their own distinctively sporty identity. A notably wide stance and long wheelbase, coupled with tightly drawn bodywork, give the IS an athletic, road-hungry yet sophisticated style. Carefully shaped body contours, a subtle ducktail-curved trunk lid and "air kick" tail lamps contribute to a low 0.28 coefficient of drag (Cd).
A highly rigid body structure is the starting point for controlling noise intrusion. Strategically placed noise-suppression materials, including special window and door seals, acoustic windshield glass and asphalt sheeting, take over from there.
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High Body Rigidity
Particular attention has been paid to promoting superior handling stability
through the structural rigidity of the bodyshell. The Lexus CT 200h's torsional
stiffness has been enhanced and vibratio ...
Performance
Every good mark the RX line up earns in other areas is discredited by the
hybrid's performance attributes. To get such excellent mileage, the V-6 engine
is teamed with an electric motor and a larg ...
Front passenger occupant classification system
Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classification
system.
This system detects the condition of the front passenger seat and activates
or deactivates the devices for the front ...