2018 Lexus IS 300 Premium Specs | |
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Transmission | AT |
Engine | 2.0L 244ps |
Fuel Type | Petrol |
Horsepower (ps) | 244 |
Torque (Nm) | 350 |
RM 535,000
RM 5,394 /monthRM 409,000
RM 4,124 /monthRM 455,000
RM 4,587 /monthRM 499,000
RM 5,031 /monthAccording to Japan’s BestCarWeb, the next-generation Lexus IS will be a pure-electric (EV) model. It will reportedly make its debut in 2025. Recall that late last year, Toyota announced its range of EV models to be launched by 2030, which includes Lexus’ EV models. Amongst them is the Lexus Electrified Sedan and BestCarWeb believes that it is the basis for the next-generation Lexus IS. Also read: Checkmate? Toyota to sell 3.5 million EVs by 2030, unveils 16 models, 14 more coming - world's large
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