About the Lexus IS
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2012 Lexus IS's used prices in Australia typically range from $15,600 for the X Special Edition variant and topping out at $37,700 for the Sports Luxury.
There are 6 variants of the IS available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2012.
Engine options include 2.5L petrol (153kW/252Nm), 3.5L petrol (233kW/378Nm) and 5.0L petrol (311kW/505Nm). Available with 6 speed auto sequential, 6 speed automatic or 8 speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The 2012 IS was offered with a 4 year, 100,000 km warranty.
2012 Lexus IS Price
4d Sedan
| Variant 1 | Price From* | Price To* |
|---|---|---|
| X SPECIAL EDITION | $15,600 | $18,600 |
| PRESTIGE | $16,200 | $18,600 |
| F SPORT | $17,200 | $18,500 |
| SPORTS LUXURY | $18,600 | $19,700 |
| Base | $36,600 | $36,600 |
2d Convertible
| Variant 1 | Price From* | Price To* |
|---|---|---|
| PRESTIGE | $24,400 | $24,400 |
| SPORTS | $24,400 | $24,400 |
| SPORTS LUXURY | $28,300 | $28,300 |
| F-SPORT | $34,600 | $34,600 |
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2012 Lexus IS Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2012 Lexus IS Fuel Economy
There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the Lexus IS
The most fuel efficient Lexus IS is the X SPECIAL EDITION with a 6 SPEED AUTO SEQUENTIAL which is powered by a 2.5L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 9.1L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Lexus IS that uses the most amount of fuel is the null with a 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 5.0L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 11.4L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
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| Lexus IS | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Base | Premium Unleaded Petrol | 11.4 L/100km |
| F SPORT | Premium Unleaded Petrol | 9.4 L/100km |
| PRESTIGE | Premium Unleaded Petrol | 9.4 L/100km |
| SPORTS LUXURY | Premium Unleaded Petrol | 9.4 L/100km |
| X SPECIAL EDITION | Premium Unleaded Petrol | 9.1 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Lexus IS?
You should service yourIS at your authorised Lexus dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the IS's warranty.
2012 Lexus IS Warranty
What is the warranty on a Lexus IS?
The Lexus IS offers a 4 year 100,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Lexus IS FAQs
The cheapest Lexus IS is the X SPECIAL EDITION that starts from $15,600.
The most expensive Lexus IS is the SPORTS LUXURY that starts from $37,700.
The best towing capacity of a Lexus IS is 1500 kg offered by the following variants: X SPECIAL EDITION, PRESTIGE, F SPORT and SPORTS LUXURY.
The largest Lexus IS is the null which measures 1815mm wide, 4660mm in length and sits 1415mm tall.
The most powerful Lexus IS is the null which has 311kW of power from its 5.0L MULTI POINT F/INJ engine.
The Lexus IS is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Lexus IS is the null which weighs 2120 kg (kerb weight).
The Lexus IS uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.