2016 Lexus IS200T

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2016 Lexus IS200T

Overview

Highlighting the 2016 Lexus IS 200t is a potent turbo 4-cylinder and a 8-speed transmission.

Safety Features

Safety Features

  • 4-wheel ABS
  • Front and rear head airbags
  • Dual front side-mounted airbags
  • Child seat anchors
  • Remote anti-theft alarm system
  • Emergency braking assist
  • Front and rear ventilated disc brakes
  • Rear door child safety locks
  • Daytime running lights
  • Engine immobilizer
  • Front fog/driving lights
  • Auto delay off headlamps
  • Dusk sensing headlamps
  • Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp
  • 2 front headrests
  • 3 rear headrests
  • Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
  • Rear center 3-point belt
  • Turn signal mirrors
  • Stability control
  • Traction control
  • Rear height adjustable headrests
  • Post-collision safety system
  • Tire pressure monitoring
  • Emergency Service*
  • Airbag Deployment Notification*
  • Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*
  • Dynamic Radar Cruise Control w/Pre-Collision System
  • Backup Camera
  • Blind Spot Monitor w/Rear Cross Traffic Alert
  • Intuitive Parking Assist
  • Glass Breakage Sensor

 

Driving Impression

The IS200T steering and handling are superlative, which gives this vehicle the composure of a sports car. My test drive had the F Sport’s stiffened suspension and was complimented by 18-inch wheels. The IS has adaptive dampers which highlight this vehicles list of performance amenities.

Fuel economy is EPA-rated at 22-mpg city/33 highway/26 combined.

Under the Hood

The 2.0 4 cylinder 241 hp is mated to an 8-speed automatic, which makes this vehicle a strong performer in its class

  • Engine & Performance
BASE ENGINE SIZE2.0 L CAM TYPEDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
CYLINDERSInline 4 VALVES16
VALVE TIMINGVariable TORQUE258 ft-lbs. @ 1650 rpm
HORSEPOWER241 hp @ 5800 rpm TURNING CIRCLE34.2 ft.

 

Inside

The 2016 Lexus IS200T interior is one of the best in its class using high-quality materials and workmanship.
The Toyota Entune system is easy to use and one of the many features the car has to make the driving experience a pleasure. The seats are very comfortable front and back.

Below is a list of all the features found on my test drive.

Features

Interior Features

Front Seats

 

  • Roadside Assistance*
  • Destination Download*
  • Interior air filtration
  • Dual zone climate controls – driver and passenger
  • Leather steering wheel
  • Turn signal in mirrors
  • Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
  • Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
  • 8 total speakers
  • 293 watts stereo output
  • AM/FM stereo
  • Satellite radio satellite radio
  • Speed sensitive volume control
  • Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
  • 3 Months of provided satellite radio service
  • USB connection
  • Safety Connect telecommunications service
  • Bluetooth wireless data link for hands-free phone
  • Real time traffic
   

Outside

The IS 200t has an aggressive design highlighted with the Lexus spindle grill. The design blends angles from the side going into the rear light cluster.

Summary

If you are in the market for a luxury sedan with a performance look and feel then go to your local Lexus dealer for a test drive today.

 

Specifications

Exterior Measurements

WIDTH5 ft. 11.3 in. (71.3 in.) HEIGHT4 ft. 8.3 in. (56.3 in.)
LENGTH15 ft. 3.7 in. (183.7 in.) GROUND CLEARANCE0 ft. 5.3 in. (5.3 in.)
WHEEL BASE9 ft. 2.2 in. (110.2 in.)

Interior Measurements

FRONT HEAD ROOM38.2 in. FRONT HIP ROOM54.3 in.
FRONT LEG ROOM44.8 in. FRONT SHOULDER ROOM55.9 in.
REAR HIP ROOM54.0 in. REAR HEAD ROOM36.9 in.
REAR LEG ROOM32.2 in. REAR SHOULDER ROOM53.4 in.

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