LexusThe Lexus IS 1st Gen was offered from 1999 – 2005 as a medium-sedan / medium-wagon. This generation spans 4 variants, with power ranging from 153 to 211 hp.
Performance Pick
Lexus IS 300 SportCross
211 hp · 0-60 in 8.1s · 21 mpg
Practicality Pick
Lexus IS 200
153 hp · 0-60 in 9.2s · 24 mpg
medium-sedanmedium-wagon
Tech Specs Summary
Top Speed134 – 143 mph
0-60 mph7.9 – 9.2 s
Power153 – 211 hp
Economy21 – 24 mpg
Weight2,998 – 3,560 lbs
Timeline
Production years of each variant — click a bar for full specs
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
Variants (4)
Medium SedanGasolineLexus1999–2005
IS
200
$28,000 – $33,000
153
hp
5
seats
24
mpg
Medium WagonGasolineLexus2002–2005
IS
300 SportCross
$33,825 – $38,500
211
hp
5
seats
21
mpg
Medium SedanGasolineLexus2002–2005
IS
300
$30,505 – $36,000
211
hp
5
seats
21.8
mpg
Medium WagonGasolineLexus2003–2005
IS
200 SportCross
$30,000 – $35,000
153
hp
5
seats
23.7
mpg