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    2013 Lexus IS

    Used from

    $55,800 excl. on-roads

    CarExpert Rating

    Safety Rating

    5

    Warranty

    4 year

    Fuel Efficiency

    9.1 - 11.4 L / 100km

    About the Lexus IS

    Last updated Dec 18, 2024

    The 2013 Lexus IS's used prices in Australia typically range from $15,300 for the X Xtra variant and topping out at $42,700 for the Sports Luxury.

    There are 10 variants of the IS available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2013.

    Engine options include 2.5L petrol (153kW/252Nm), 3.5L petrol (233kW/378Nm), 2.5L petrol hybrid (133kW/221Nm) and 5.0L petrol (311kW/505Nm). Available with 6 speed auto sequential, 6 speed automatic, 8 speed automatic or continuous variable transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    The 2013 IS was offered with a 4 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.

    See Lexus IS models from other years

    2013 Lexus IS Specs

    See our comprehensive details for the Lexus IS

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    2013 Lexus IS Dimensions

    1425mm
    1800mm
    4585mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

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    2013 Lexus IS Fuel Economy

    There are 7 different fuel economy figures for the Lexus IS

    The most fuel efficient Lexus IS is the LUXURY HYBRID with a Continuous Variable which is powered by a 2.5L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 4.9L of Premium Unleaded-Electric Hybrid 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.

    Below is a table of all the Lexus IS variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.

    Lexus ISFuel TypeCombined
    5.0L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded RWD 4d SedanPremium Unleaded11.4 L/100km
    See all Lexus IS Fuel Economy

    Cost of ownership

    What are the running and servicing costs of a Lexus IS?

    You should service your IS 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.

    2013 Lexus IS Warranty

    What is the warranty on a Lexus IS?

    The Lexus IS offers a 4 year unlimited kilometre 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 XTRA that starts from $15,300.

    The most expensive Lexus IS is the SPORTS LUXURY that starts from $42,700.

    The best towing capacity of a Lexus IS is 1500 kg offered by the following variants: X XTRA, PRESTIGE, X SPECIAL EDITION, LUXURY, F SPORT and SPORTS LUXURY.

    The largest Lexus IS is the LUXURY which measures 1810mm wide, 4665mm in length and sits 1430mm 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 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded Petrol or Premium Unleaded-Electric Hybrid.

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