Lexus today unveiled the IS-F luxury sedan at the 2007 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The all-new 2008 IS-F will target the BMW M3 and Audi RS4, delivering more than 400 horsepower and 350 ft.-lbs. of torque from a 5.0-liter V8 engine. It will eventually be offered as a two-door coupe, as well.
Much of the development of the new IS-F took place at Fuji Speedway and the Higashi-Fuji Technical Center in Japan. The IS-F is based on the rear-wheel-drive Lexus IS, which is equipped with a double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension. The IS-F engine is mated to the world’s first eight-speed “direct sport-shift” transmission. A new torque-converter lock-up control was developed that allows for a direct, crisp gear change through the constant lock-up of the torque converter in second through eighth gears.
In Drive mode, the IS-F transmission performs smoothly, and the torque converter allows for quick 0-60 acceleration in less than 4.9 seconds. The transmission also features a manual mode operated via a pair of paddles. Downshifts are accompanied by automated throttle blips to match engine RPM to vehicle speed. Heavy-duty Brembo brakes with 14.2-inch discs and six-piston calipers ensure all the power is kept under control. The IS-F features custom-designed 19-inch forged alloy wheels as standard.
August 1st, 2007 at 12:13 am
When Lexus came with their front wheel drive SUV, everybody was thinking of it as an oximoron. Then came the female client which did not give a shit about specifications and for some important details. It was pretty, so they bought it. Something similar will happen here. The guy who tries to keep up with the Joneses is the target here…LOL..
October 2nd, 2007 at 4:19 am
hello
March 22nd, 2008 at 5:23 pm
kills M3
March 22nd, 2008 at 5:23 pm
kills M3
March 22nd, 2008 at 5:24 pm
lexus is f is the best – M3 sucks!!
March 22nd, 2008 at 5:25 pm
kills M3
May 1st, 2008 at 9:57 am
this car looks horrible. i feel sorry for who ever buys it..