http://www.autobytel.com/lexus/is-350... The 2012 Lexus IS 350 is an important car for the Lexus brand. The IS line of vehicles is aimed at the younger generation of car buyers and this Lexus competes in the same class as the Audi A4, BMW 3-series, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The model reviewed here is equipped with the F Sport package. Base price for a 2012 Lexus IS 350 is $40,020. The F SPORT Package adds an additional $2,440 to the price.

The 2012 Lexus IS 350 is powered by a 3.5 liter V-6 engine that makes 306 horsepower and 277 lb-ft. of torque. This high tech V-6 motor features Dual Variable Valve Timing and Direct Injection which is part of the reason the IS 350 is a Ultra Low Emissions vehicle. A 6-speed automatic with Sequential Paddle Shifters is on hand to help with fuel economy figures which are 19 MPG in the city and 27 MPG on the highway. You can order the IS 350 with AWD which does reduces gas mileage by 1 MPG both city and highway.

The Lexus IS-F sports car is based on the same platform as the IS 350. So Lexus is offering the F SPORT package as an add-on for both the 250 and 350 models. This package adds both exterior body components as well as upgraded interior parts. On the outside the F SPORT IS 350 is painted a special color called Ultrasonic Blue Mica. The grille is a special weave found on the IS-F. The large 18-inch 5-spoke rims are colored graphite while the tires are 225 width up front and 255 width out back. Up front there is a lower lip spoiler that adds a very sporty and aggressive look to the 2012 Lexus IS 350. Out back the F SPORT package adds a subtle rear trunk spoiler. The suspension that comes on the F SPORT is a lowered version featuring stiffer springs and tuned shocks. On the inside the F SPORT package adds bolstered heated front seats with microfiber inserts, a leather shift knob, badges on the steering wheel, and aluminum trim pieces.

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