The Lexus IS, which stands for Intelligent Support according to the Lexus car brand, is a compact and premium executive sedan. Locally, it has three variants. The 300h Executive priced at Php 3,038,000, the 300h Premier priced at Php 3,398,000, and the top-spec 350 F Sport which can be had for 4,178,000.
Available engines for the Philippine-spec IS includes a 3.5-liter V6 for the F Sport, and a 2.5-liter inline-4 hybrid for the Premier and Executive trims. For the top-spec F Sport, its engine is capable of making up to 311 horsepower and 380 Nm of torque. It then uses an eight-speed automatic gearbox sending power to its rear. For the hybrid versions, its 2.5-liter and electric motor can produce a combined output of 220 horsepower and 221 Nm of torque. It then uses a continously variable gearbox.
When it comes to size, the Lexus IS is 4,710mm long, 1,840mm wide, and 1,453mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,800mm, and a ground clearance of 140mm.