2011 Lexus IS 250

The 2011 Lexus IS 250 is powered by a 2.5-liter V6 engine, which replaced the Supra-based inline-6 of the first generation. The small engine makes 204 HP at 6,400 rpm along with 185 lb-ft of torque at 4,800 rpm, thanks to variable valve timing and its high compression ratio of 12.0:1. The least-expensive 2011 Lexus IS 250 comes with a 6-speed manual transmission that drives the rear wheels. The next step up adds a 6-speed automatic, and the most expensive 2011 Lexus IS 250 throws an all-wheel drive (AWD) system on top line. Fuel economy, as estimated by the EPA, is 21 mile per gallons in the city cycle and 29 mile per gallons on the highway.

Interestingly, the manual transmission returns worse mileage, at 18 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. The automatic AWD model is rated at 20 mpg city and 26 mpg highway. Standard safety feature for 2011 Lexus IS 250 includes airbags,brake assist and electronic brake force distribution, traction and stability control in addition to anti-lock brakes. 8 airbags and a tire-pressure monitoring system are part of all 2011 Lexus IS 250 models as well. Comfort feature include a 13-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System with a 6-disc in-dash changer with auxiliary MP3/iPod/WMA port.