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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 Type2JZ-GE 3.0L inline-6; cast-iron block, aluminum DOHC 24-valve cylinder head, VVT-i on the intake camshaft
Displacement3 L
Horsepower215 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Torque218 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 24-valve; VVT-i (intake camshaft only)
Bore and Stroke86.0 x 86.0 mm (3.39 x 3.39 in.)
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Injection TypeEFI (electronic fuel injection)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed automatic transmission w/OD, lockup torque converter, auto-select shift program
1st Gear3.357
2nd Gear2.18
3rd Gear1.424
4th Gear1
5th Gear0.753
Reverse3.431
Final Drive3.909
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway25 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent double wishbone
Rear SuspensionIndependent double wishbone
Brakes
Front Brake Disc11.6 in. disc, 1.3 in. thick
Rear Brake Disc12.0 in. disc, 0.5 in. thick
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 x 7.0 in.
Wheels Rear17 x 7.0 in.
Tires Front215/45R17
Tires Rear215/45R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length176.6 in
Width67.7 in
Height55.5 in
Wheelbase105.1 in
Front Track58.9 in
Rear Track58.46 in
Ground Clearance4.92 in
Cargo Volume10.1 ft³
Curb Weight3,285 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.1 in
Headroom Rear37.7 in
Legroom Front42.7 in
Legroom Rear30.2 in
Shoulder Room Front52.6 in
Shoulder Room Rear53.5 in
Hip Room Front52.8 in
Hip Room Rear53.9 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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