2009 Lexus IS-F Review & Road Test
Lexus is getting there...
Model Tested:
2009 Lexus IS-F, 5.0-litre V8, eight-speed automatic - $129,900
Options:
None fitted
CarAdvice Rating:
- by Karl Peskett and Alborz Fallah
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Lexus is set to go one better with it’s range topping IS-F with rumours, and one very scratchy picture, from Japan this morning telling us an ultra light weight 'Evolution' model is being planned to compete more seriously with BMW's M3.
As Car
BMW M3 vs Lexus IS-F
- photography Paul Maric & Matt Brogan
Model Tested:
BMW E92 M3 M-DCT, 4.0-litre, seven-speed dual-clutch, sedan - from $145,000 (RRP)
Lexus GSE20R IS-F, 5.0-litre, eight-speed automatic, sedan - from $127,400 (
2009 Lexus IS-F Review & Road Test
The first Lexus in which accountants had no involvement!
Model Tested:
2009 Lexus IS-F eight-speed automatic - $129,000; $126,500 as tested.
Options:
Moonroof deleted -$2500
Amazing noise;
Lexus is set to launch its first dedicated performance model in Australia following the official debut of the IS F at the Australian International Motor Show.
The IS F will enter the local market at a highly competitive $129,000, significantly und
In this video, Fifth Gear's Tiff Needell drives Lexus' new M3-eater - the V8 powered IS-F, and comes across an unusual problem.
Lexus IS-F - 2008 Detroit Auto Show
Our photographer took a liking to the new M3/RS4 killer. Meet Lexus's new performance car, the IS-F.
More info on the IS-F here.
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The entire CarAdvice team awed in amazement at the sight of Lexus' latest weapon against the Germans. The Sydney Motor Show proudly displays the new IS-F, and as far as first impression go, the Germans have a lot to worry about.
So far Lexus has s
Lexus IS-F Sydney Motor Show
The Lexus IS-F is powered by a 5.00liter DOHC V8 engine producing 311 kW and 505 Nm.
The highly anticipated, BMW M3 killing Lexus IS-F is looking better and better every day.
A few months ago, we showed you this video which only captured half the fun at an official Lexus show-off day in the States. A new video has now surfaced wit