The Lexus IS sedan, a perennial favorite among luxury car enthusiasts, is entering its 25th year with exciting updates for the 2025 model year. For those seeking a blend of sporty performance and sophisticated luxury, the 2025 Lexus Is lineup introduces enhanced standard features across several grades and a highly exclusive Special Appearance Package for the IS 500.
Elevated Standard Features for IS 300 F SPORT and IS 350 F SPORT
The popular IS 300 F SPORT and IS 350 F SPORT models receive a significant boost in standard equipment for 2025, further enhancing their appeal. These upgrades focus on convenience and premium detailing, adding features typically found in higher trim levels as standard. The enhanced standard features include:
- Power Folding Mirrors with Dark Chrome Trim and Dimming Function: Adding both style and practicality, these mirrors now feature a sleek dark chrome finish, power-folding capability for tight spaces, and a dimming function to reduce glare at night.
- Power Tilt-and-Telescopic Steering Wheel: Drivers can now enjoy effortless adjustment of the steering wheel for optimal comfort and driving position, a feature often appreciated in the luxury segment.
- Memory Package for Driver Settings: This convenient package stores driver’s seat, steering wheel, and outside mirror positions, allowing for personalized settings to be recalled at the touch of a button.
- Dark Chrome Window Trim: Continuing the dark chrome theme, this trim adds a touch of sporty sophistication to the exterior profile.
These additions elevate the already compelling F SPORT grades, offering customers even greater value and a more refined driving experience in the 2025 Lexus IS 300 F SPORT and 2025 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT.
Heated Steering Wheel Now Standard on IS 300 F SPORT Design and IS 350 F SPORT Design
Responding directly to customer feedback, Lexus has made a heated steering wheel standard equipment on the 2025 Lexus IS 300 F SPORT Design and IS 350 F SPORT Design grades. This sought-after feature, previously introduced as standard on select IS grades last year, now becomes a staple on these popular trims, providing enhanced comfort during colder climates. This single, but significant, addition underscores Lexus’ commitment to listening to its customers and refining the IS based on real-world preferences.
Introducing the Exclusive IS 500 Special Appearance Package
For the high-performance enthusiast, the 2025 Lexus IS 500 F SPORT Performance adds even more allure with a striking new Special Appearance Package. Limited to just 180 units, this package delivers unique visual and tactile enhancements, making the IS 500 even more exclusive and desirable. Key highlights of the Special Appearance Package include:
- 19-inch BBS® Wheels: These premium, lightweight wheels not only enhance the vehicle’s aesthetics but also contribute to improved handling and performance.
- Eye-Catching Flare Yellow Exterior Paint: This vibrant and exclusive paint color ensures the IS 500 Special Appearance Package stands out from the crowd, exuding sportiness and individuality.
- Black NuLuxe®-trimmed Interior with Suede Inserts and Yellow Stitching: The interior receives a bespoke treatment with black NuLuxe upholstery accented by suede inserts and striking yellow stitching, creating a sporty yet luxurious cabin environment.
- Color-Coordinated Floor Mats and Key Gloves: Further enhancing the cohesive design, the package includes color-matched floor mats and key gloves, showcasing attention to detail.
- SmartAccess Card Key: Adding a touch of modern convenience, a SmartAccess Card Key is included in the package.
In addition to the Special Appearance Package, the 2025 Lexus IS 500 F SPORT also gains standard power folding mirrors, aligning it with the feature enhancements across the F SPORT lineup. This limited-edition 2025 Lexus IS 500 is expected to be highly sought after by collectors and driving enthusiasts alike.
The Lexus Driving Signature: Honed at Shimoyama
Underpinning all 2025 Lexus IS models is the Lexus Driving Signature, a philosophy deeply rooted in the brand’s commitment to delivering a consistent and engaging driving experience. Developed and refined at the Toyota Technical Center Shimoyama, this signature focuses on key elements:
- Responsive and Linear Control: Ensuring the vehicle reacts predictably and directly to driver inputs.
- Exceptional Handling, Grip, and Confidence: Providing a secure and planted feel, inspiring driver confidence in various conditions.
- Refined Ride Quality and Quietness: Balancing sporty handling with a comfortable and serene cabin environment.
The Lexus Driving Signature ensures that every 2025 Lexus IS, from the IS 300 to the IS 500, delivers a driving experience that is both exhilarating and refined, embodying the Lexus Next Chapter ethos.
Fast, Fun, Ferocious Design: Exterior and Interior Styling
The 2025 Lexus IS continues to captivate with its bold and provocative design, emphasizing a wide and low stance that hints at its performance capabilities. F SPORT models further amplify this sporty aesthetic with unique visual cues:
Exterior Design Highlights:
- F SPORT Exclusive Front Bumper: A distinctive front bumper design not only enhances visual aggression but also incorporates functional aerodynamic elements.
- F SPORT Badging: Badges on the sides of the vehicle clearly denote the F SPORT designation.
- Muscular Fenders: Wide fenders accommodate available 19-inch wheels and contribute to the powerful stance.
- Sharp Character Lines: Aggressive lines carved into the side and shoulder areas create a dynamic profile.
- Slender Headlamps with L-Shape DRLs: Sharp, L-shaped daytime running lights integrated into slender headlamps contribute to the low center of gravity look.
- Available Triple-Beam LED Headlights: Redesigned to complement the low-profile hood and offer enhanced illumination.
- Blade-Style Lightbar: A striking L-shaped lightbar spans the rear of the vehicle, creating a signature rear design.
Interior Design and Comfort:
- NuLuxe-trimmed Seating: Standard NuLuxe upholstery provides a comfortable and luxurious feel.
- Power-Adjustable Front Seats: 10-way power driver and 8-way power passenger seats ensure optimal comfort for all occupants.
- Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control: Touch-sensitive controls manage a dual-zone climate system for personalized comfort.
- Available Power Moonroof: Adds an open and airy feel to the cabin.
- SmartAccess with Push-Button Start/Stop: Keyless entry and ignition for convenience.
- F SPORT Interior Trim: Unique door trim with embossed lines and decorative ornamentation in Black Metallic paint, Black Geometric Film, or Satin finish (IS 500).
- Available Interior Colors: NuLuxe options including Black, Glazed Caramel, and Rioja Red, with F SPORT models offering Black, Circuit Red, and two-tone White/Black.
The 2025 Lexus IS offers a palette of ten exterior colors, including premium options like Ultra White*, Eminent White Pearl*, Cloudburst Gray*, Iridium*, Incognito, Caviar, Matador Red Mica, Infrared**, Grecian Water, and Ultrasonic Blue Mica **.
Technology and Audio: Bask in Cabin Comfort
Inside the 2025 Lexus IS, technology seamlessly integrates with luxury:
- Standard 8-inch Touchscreen: Provides intuitive access to vehicle controls and multimedia functions.
- Available 10.3-inch Touchscreen: Expansive display available with navigation and Mark Levinson® Premium Audio Package.
- Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Compatibility: Standard integration for smartphone connectivity.
- Available Mark Levinson® Premium Surround Sound Audio System: A 17-speaker system delivering 1,800 watts for an immersive audio experience, featuring Quantum Logic Surround and 7.1 surround sound.
Drivetrains and Powertrains: Performance Options for Every Driver
The 2025 Lexus IS offers a range of powertrain options and drivetrain configurations to suit diverse driving preferences:
- IS 300 RWD: 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine producing 241 horsepower and 258 lb.-ft. of torque, paired with an 8-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic transmission.
- IS 300 AWD: 3.5-liter V6 engine delivering 260 horsepower and 236 lb.-ft. of torque, with a 6-speed automatic transmission and electronically controlled all-wheel drive.
- IS 350 RWD/AWD: 3.5-liter V6 engine producing 311 horsepower and 280 lb.-ft. of torque. RWD utilizes an 8-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic, while AWD uses a 6-speed automatic. 0-60 mph in 5.6 seconds (RWD) and 5.7 seconds (AWD).
- IS 500 F SPORT Performance RWD: Naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8 engine generating 472 horsepower and 395 lb.-ft. of torque, with an 8-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic transmission and quad exhaust system.
Lexus Safety System+ 2.5: Standard Safety and Peace of Mind
Every 2025 Lexus IS comes standard with Lexus Safety System+ 2.5, a comprehensive suite of active safety and driver-assistance features:
- Pre-Collision System (PCS): Includes Frontal Collision Warning (FCW), Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Pedestrian Detection, and Bicyclist Detection. Enhanced intersection support for left turns and Emergency Steering Assist (ESA).
- All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC): Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control down to 0 mph with resume function and smooth overtaking feature.
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/ SA): Alerts driver of lane departure and provides steering correction.
- Lane Tracing Assist (LTA): Provides steering assistance to keep the vehicle centered in the lane when DRCC is engaged. Improved lane recognition performance.
- Intelligent High Beams: Automatic switching between high and low beams.
- Road Sign Assist (RSA): Displays road sign information on the multi-information display.
2025 IS Line Pricing
| Model | Drivetrain | Starting MSRP* |
|---|---|---|
| IS 300 | RWD | $43,325 |
| IS 300 | AWD | $45,325 |
| IS 300 F SPORT Design | RWD | $45,850 |
| IS 300 F SPORT Design | AWD | $47,850 |
| IS 300 F SPORT | RWD | $47,375 |
| IS 300 F SPORT | AWD | $49,375 |
| IS 350 F SPORT Design | RWD | $48,225 |
| IS 350 F SPORT Design | AWD | $50,225 |
| IS 350 F SPORT | RWD | $49,750 |
| IS 350 F SPORT | AWD | $51,750 |
| IS 500 F SPORT Performance | RWD | $60,020 |
*Includes Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee of $1,175
The 2025 Lexus IS lineup continues to offer a compelling blend of luxury, performance, and advanced technology. With enhanced standard features and the introduction of the exclusive IS 500 Special Appearance Package, the IS remains a top contender in the luxury sport sedan segment.
