Available in either rear-wheel or all-wheel drive configurations, the IS 250 is powered by a 204 horsepower 2.5-liter V6. The front-wheel drive IS250 utilizes a standard six-speed manual transmission, with a six-speed automatic with Formula 1 inspired paddle-shifters available as an option. The all-wheel drive IS250 uses the six-speed automatic transmission standard. Safety features include driver and front-passenger knee airbags. The brakes are large and effective four-wheel discs, clamped at the front by aluminum four-piston calipers. Augmenting the big brakes are ABS, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, and Brake Assist. Traction control also comes standard. The 2008 IS 250 is largely a carryover with minimal changes.
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IS 250
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2008 Lexus IS 250
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Overview
Specs & Features
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Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.5L V-6 / 204 HP / 185 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard:
6-spd man w/OD
Available:
6-spd sequential shift control auto w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
18 / 26 / 22 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 2.5L V-6 / 204 HP / 185 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Rear-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 18 / 26 / 22 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Double Wishbone |
Rear Suspension | Independent Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 17.1 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $65 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 13.0 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 86 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 180.1 " |
Exterior Width | 70.9 " |
Exterior Height | 56.1 " |
Front Headroom | 37.2 " |
Rear Headroom | 36.7 " |
Front Legroom | 43.9 " |
Rear Legroom | 30.6 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 54.4 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 52.7 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,455 Lbs. / 3,435 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 108 " |
Turning Radius | 16.7 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 17.0 " Silver Aluminum / 18.0 " Silver Aluminum / 18.0 " |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote Heated / Dual Power Remote W/tilt Down Heated |
Bumpers | Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | Black W/chrome Surround |
Rear Spoiler | Lip |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish / Stainless Steel With Polished Tailpipe Finish |
Interior Features
Safety Features
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | Seat Mounted |
Knee Airbag | Driver And Passenger |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | Seat Mounted |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front And Rear |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | Directionally Adaptive |
Parking Sensors | Front And Rear |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 72 Months / 70,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | 12 Months / 10,000 Miles |
Roadside Assistance Months | 48 Months / Unlimited Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months / Unlimited Miles |
Accessories Months | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
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