The high-performance 2024 Lexus IS series has been unveiled with a wider range of options with the addition of the IS 300 F SPORT, and F SPORT design grades. The F SPORT Blackout package is available on the IS 350, while the high-demand Special Appearance Package has returned on the IS 500 F SPORT Performance Premium in a stunning Blue Vector. This article will revolve around the full specification, release date, MSRP, and price of 2024 Lexus IS 300, 350, and 500 in Nigeria. The 2024 IS lineup will go on sale later this fall.
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What’s new on the 2024 Lexus IS lineup?
For the 2024 model year, Lexus added a wide range of options in addition to the IS 300 F SPORT and F SPORT design grades.
2024 Lexus IS 300
For the 2024 model year, the IS 300 added the F SPORT Design package across all grades. The package adds 19-inch F SPORT alloy wheels and F SPORT Design badging on the exterior. The F SPORT interior cabin features enhancements like heated/ ventilated front seats, aluminum pedals, and an F SPORT heated steering wheel. Grecian Water paint will also be available on the IS 300 non-F SPORT models.
Lexus IS 350 F SPORT
Exclusive to the 2024 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT is a Blackout Package. The package adds unique 19-inch Matte Black BBS forged alloy wheels, black outside mirrors with dark chrome trim, dark chrome window, and Lexus Memory Package controlling the driver’s seat, outside mirrors, and steering wheel. Incognito exterior paint is also available as an option for all 2024 IS 350 models.
IS 500 F SPORT Performance
The top-of-the-line 2024 Lexus IS 500 F SPORT Performance comes standard with black outside mirrors with dark chrome trim. A Special Appearance Package returned to the grade with premium features. The package comes standard with Blue Vector exterior paint and 19-inch Matte Black BBS forged alloy wheels. A subtle blue stitching is found throughout the cabin, including the carpet floor mats and key gloves. A Smart Access Key Card is also available on the package. Incognito is added as an available exterior paint option.
Only 150 units of the luxury 2024 Lexus IS 500 F SPORT Performance will be produced worldwide, delivery is scheduled to commence later this fall.
F SPORT Grades, premium comfort, and performance
All F SPORT models are equipped with a host of visual and performance cues that distinguish them from the normal grade. Standard F SPORT features include a unique front bumper with functional aerodynamic enhancements, rear bumper, grille surround, rear spoiler, rocker molding, unique 19-inch wheels as well as F SPORT badges that adorn the side of the vehicle.
Slender headlamps that feature daytime running lights with a sharp L-shape signature are fitted on the model to help contribute to expressing a low center of gravity. This is achieved through a low-positioned area around the grille. A redesigned trip-beam LED headlight is also available as an option.
The side profile of the IS is accentuated by Rocker panels that feature a sharp overall contour that carries into the muscular shoulders over the rear wheel wells. Gently sloped rear-quarter pillars, which help form a firm cabin silhouette that wraps around from the sides, contrast with the rear fenders to further enhance the aggressive look.
At the rear of the F SPORT grade are the rear fenders that blend into the extended, lowered rear deck to create a low stance that enhances the wider hips. The three-dimensional form of the rear deck design is created with a stamping technology called press-in mold construction. The L-shaped blade-style lightbar that spans across the rear of the vehicle, which was first used on the Lexus LX 600 is also standard across all 2024 IS models.
Exterior color options
Ten exterior color options are available for the 2024 model year, they include Ultra White, Eminent White Pearl, Cloudburst Gray, Iridium, Incognito, Caviar, Matador Red Mica, Infrared, Grecian Water and Ultrasonic Blue Mica.
Note that premium colors are available for an additional $500 to $595 charge.
The cabin of the 2024 Lexus IS lineup
Standard across all 2024 Lexus IS grades is the Nuluxe-trimmed seating, with a 10-way power driver and 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seats, a dual-zone automatic climate control system with touch-sensitive controls, an available power moonroof and SmartAccess with push-button start/stop.
F SPORT grades come standard with door trim with a graphic pattern of embossed intersecting lines, representing a unique Lexus decorative expression and Takumi craftsmanship. Decorative ornamentation is finished in Black Metallic paint, Black Geometric Film, or the exclusive Satin interior trim on IS 500 F SPORT Performance models. Standard NuLuxe interior trim color options include Black, Glazed Caramel, and Rioja Red. For IS 300 F SPORT, IS 350 F SPORT, and IS 500 F SPORT models, the available interior colors include Black, Circuit Red, and two-tone White/Black trim.
Infotainment and multimedia system
An 8-inch touchscreen display for easy access to the controls is standard across all grades. Customers can opt for the available 10.3-inch touchscreen with navigation or the Mark Levinson Premium Audio Package. Both multimedia systems feature Apple CarPlay integration and Android Auto compatibility.
The available Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound Audio System includes 17 speakers with an amplifier delivering an impressive 1,800 watts. The system reduces interference, Decorative ornamentation is finished in Black Metallic paint, Black Geometric Film, or the exclusive Satin interior trim on IS 500 F SPORT Performance models. Standard NuLuxe interior trim color options include Black, Glazed Caramel, and Rioja Red. For IS 300 F SPORT, IS 350 F SPORT, and IS 500 F SPORT models, the available interior colors include Black, Circuit Red, and two-tone White/Black trim.
Drivetrains and powertrains
Four powertrains in both rear- and all-wheel drive options are available on the 2024 Lexus IS depending upon the grade.
Standard on the rear-wheel drive 2024 Lexus IS 300 is a 2.0-liter, turbocharged, and intercooled inline four-cylinder engine that produces 241 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque at 1,650 to 4,400 rpm. the engine features adaptive transmission control that helps determine the most appropriate gear for each driving situation based on the driver’s input to achieve linear response. It’s not only powerful; it’s efficient, too, thanks to a sophisticated Variable Valve Timing intelligent – Wide (VVTi-W) system, which allows the engine to switch between the Otto and Atkinson combustion cycles to maximize efficiency. The engine is mated to an eight-speed Sport Direct Shift (SPDS) automatic transmission.
The IS 300 AWD is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission to generate 260 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque. The electronically controlled all-wheel-drive system is designed to help enhance traction and grip by automatically varying front-to-rear torque distribution. On dry roads, it maintains a 30:70 front-to-rear torque split for maximum performance, but it’s capable of sending as much as 50% of the power to the front wheels in certain conditions.
Customers who need speed can opt for the IS 350 which comes in either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. It is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 311 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of peak torque. The rear-wheel-drive model uses the same eight-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic transmission found in the IS 300 RWD, while the AWD version sends power through a six-speed automatic transmission. The 2024 Lexus IS 350 RWD attains 60 mph from 0 in 5.6 seconds, while the AWD variant covers the same distance in 5.7 seconds, that’s quite impressive.
Under the hood of the top-of-the-line 2024 Lexus IS 500 F SPORT Performance lies a naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8 engine that generates 472 horsepower and 395 lb-ft of torque. An eight-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic transmission channels that power the rear wheels of this performance sedan and a throaty quad exhaust system with dual-stacked tailpipes amplify the sound of this high-output engine.
Safety and driver assistance systems on the 2024 Lexus IS
All 2024 Lexus IS grades come standard with Lexus Safety System+ 2.5, which brings a suite of key active safety features to the vehicle. The system consists of a Pre-Collision System (PCS), All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/ SA), and Intelligent High Beams.
Pre-Collision System (PCS)
The Pre-Collision System (PCS), includes Frontal Collision Warning (FCW), Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Pedestrian Detection, and Bicyclist Detection. At intersections, the system has the capability under certain conditions to recognize an oncoming vehicle when performing a left-hand turn, or a pedestrian when performing left and right-hand turns, and is designed to activate typical PCS functions if needed. Additional PCS functions include Emergency Steering Assist (ESA), which is designed to assist steering within the vehicle’s lane as cued by the driver.
All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) can be activated above 30 mph and is designed to perform vehicle-to-vehicle distance controls down to 0 mph and can resume from a stop. DRCC also includes a feature that allows for smooth overtaking of slower vehicles. If traveling behind a vehicle going slower than the preset speed, once the driver engages the turn signal, the system will provide an initial increase in acceleration in preparation for changing lanes; and, after the driver changes lanes, the vehicle will continue acceleration until it reaches the original preset driving speed.
Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/ SA)
Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/ SA) is designed to help notify the driver if it senses an inadvertent lane departure at speeds above 32 miles per hour via steering wheel vibrations or audible alert. It can also take slight corrective measures to help keep the driver within the visibly marked lane. When DRCC is set and engaged, Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) is designed to provide a slight steering force to help steer to the center of the lane to assist the driver with staying in the lane using visible lane markers or a preceding vehicle. LTA alerts the driver with a visual warning and either an audible alert or steering wheel vibration. In the IS, the lane recognition performance, which makes LTA possible, has been improved with enhanced recognition of line and road edge, lateral G performance, and enhanced control and stability after lane change.
Intelligent High Beams
The Intelligent High Beams is designed to detect preceding or oncoming vehicles and automatically switch between high beam and low beam headlights. Road Sign Assist (RSA) is designed to acquire certain road sign information using a camera and navigation maps when data is available and display them on the multi-information display (MID).
Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of the 2024 Lexus IS 300, 350, and 500
The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of the 2024 Lexus IS lineup starts at $41,235 for the entry IS 300 grade, the top of the top-of-the-line 2024 IS 500 F SPORT Performance debuted with an MSRP of $64,520.
Release date of the 2024 Lexus IS 300, 350, and 500
The 2024 IS Line is expected to go on sale later this fall.
The price of 2024 Lexus IS 300, 350, and 500 in Nigeria
The price of the 2024 Lexus IS lineup in Nigeria will start at 70,000,000 Naira for the entry IS 300 grade, the top of the top-of-the-line IS 500 F SPORT Performance will cost over 100,000,000 Naira. The prices cover shipping and customs duties.
| Model name | Starting MSRP | Price in Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
| IS 300 | $41,235 | 70,000,000 – 75,000,000 Naira |
| IS 300 AWD | $43,235 | 72,000,000 – 77,000,000 Naira |
| IS 300 F SPORT Design | $43,055 | 75,000,000 – 80,000,000 Naira |
| IS 300 F SPORT Design AWD | $45,095 | 77,000,000 – 81,000,000 Naira |
| IS 350 F SPORT | $44,305 | 74,000,000 – 78,000,000 Naira |
| IS 350 F SPORT AWD | $46,345 | 78,000,000 – 82,000,000 Naira |
| IS 350 F SPORT Design | $44,410 | 74,000,000 – 78,000,000 Naira |
| IS 350 F SPORT Design AWD | $46,410 | 78,000,000 – 82,000,000 Naira |
| IS 350 F SPORT | $45,660 | 77,000,000 – 81,000,000 Naira |
| IS 350 F SPORT AWD | $47,660 | 79,000,000 – 83,000,000 Naira |
| IS 500 F SPORT | $60,020 | 95,000,000 – 105,000,000 Naira |
| IS 500 F SPORT Premium | $64,520 | 100,000,000 – 110,000,000 Naira |
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Specifications of the 2024 Lexus IS 300, 350 and 500
| Make | Lexus |
| Model | IS |
| Model year | 2023 |
| Available grades | IS 300, 350, and 500 |
| Release date | Fall 2023 |
| Wheels | 19-inch |
| Engines, power, and torque | 2.0-liter, turbocharged and inter-cooled inline four-cylinder engine, 241 hp and 258 lb-ft |
| 3.5-liter V6, 260 horsepower and 236 lb.-ft. of torque | |
| 3.5-liter V6 on the IS 350, 311 HP, and 280 lb-ft | |
| Naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8, 472 hp and 395-lb.-ft. of torque | |
| Transmission | Eight-speed Sport Direct Shift (SPDS) automatic transmission |
| Six-speed automatic transmission | |
| Eight-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic transmission | |
| Interior color option | Black, Circuit Red, and two-tone White/Black trim |
| Display | 8-inch touchscreen (Standard) |
| 10.3-inch touchscreen | |
| MSRP | Starts at $41,235 – $64,520 |
| Price in Nigeria | 70,000,000 – 110,000,000 Naira |
