2002 Lexus IS 300 Auto
The 2002 Lexus IS 300 Auto is a 215-hp 3.0-liter inline-6 sedan with a 5-speed automatic transmission w/od, lockup torque converter, auto-select shift program and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $30,805 MSRP.
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 25 mpg highway.
The IS measures 176.6 inches long on a 105.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,285 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $30,805 ($55,651 *) |
| 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 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 | 3.909 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 25 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 | 55.5 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 | 3,285 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 |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars