2001 Lexus IS 300
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- Photo: Lexus IS 300 instrument cluster by Blueck ( talk ), CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2001-2005 Lexus IS 300 (JCE10R) Sports sedan 01 by OSX, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2003 Lexus IS 300 (JCE10R) Platinum Edition sedan (2015-07-03) 01 by OSX, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 custom Lexus IS 300 side by BrokenSphere, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Lexus IS 300 interior 5-speed by Blueck ( talk ), CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2001 Lexus IS 300 is a 215-hp 3.0-liter inline-6 sedan with a 5-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/od, lockup torque converter, auto-select shift program and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $30,805 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 215 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 218 lb-ft of torque at 3800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The IS measures 176.6 inches long on a 105.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,270 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $30,805 ($56,531 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2JZ-GE 3.0L inline-6; cast-iron block, aluminum DOHC 24-valve cylinder head, VVT-i on the intake camshaft |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 215 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 218 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 24-valve; VVT-i (intake camshaft only) |
| Bore and Stroke | 86.0 x 86.0 mm (3.39 x 3.39 in.) |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Injection Type | EFI (electronic fuel injection) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/OD, lockup torque converter, auto-select shift program |
| 1st Gear | 3.357 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.18 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.424 |
| 4th Gear | 1 |
| 5th Gear | 0.753 |
| Reverse | 3.431 |
| Final Drive | 3.91 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent double wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Independent double wishbone |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.6 in. disc, 1.3 in. thick |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.0 in. disc, 0.5 in. thick |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 7.0 in. |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 7.0 in. |
| Tires Front | 215/45R17 |
| Tires Rear | 215/45R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 176.6 in |
| Width | 67.7 in |
| Height | 54.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
| Front Track | 58.9 in |
| Rear Track | 58.46 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.92 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,270 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.1 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.7 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.7 in |
| Legroom Rear | 30.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 52.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53.5 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52.8 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 53.9 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2001 Lexus IS 300 with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Lexus IS. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 7, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
NHTSA campaign 09E012000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2001 LEXUS IS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.