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2006 LEXUS

350 / 250
The all-new IShighly energetic, highly passionate, inspiring exhilaration

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Table of Contents
2006 Lexus IS Sedan Introduction The Look Luxury and Convenience Audio Performance Riding Comfort Strength, Durability and Environmentally Friendly Construction Safety Security Options Competitive Comparisons Introduction 2006 IS 350 vs. 2006 BMW 330i 22 23

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2006 IS 350 vs. 2006 Infiniti GIS 350 vs. 2005 Audi A4 3.IS 350 vs. 2005 Acura TL 2006 IS 250 vs. 2006 BMW 325i 2006 IS 250 vs. 2006 Infiniti GIS 250 vs. 2005 Audi A4 2.0 T 2006 IS 250 vs. 2005 Acura TL Tables 2006 IS 350/IS 250 Technical Specifications IS 350 Competitive Specifications at a Glance IS 250 Competitive Specifications at a Glance Footnotes Notes
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2006 Lexus IS Sedan

An Introduction
Passionate Intelligence. Elegant Simplicity.
With its stunning new design, exceptional power and all-wheel drive (AWD) availability, the all-new 2006 IS sport sedan is destined to capture the hearts and minds of a new generation of driving enthusiasts. Crafted for the young (and young at heart), the all-new IS contrasts the incisive simplicity of powerful, sweeping lines with the intriguing elegance of convex and concave surfacingintegral to the more sculptural design direction thats defining the new breed of Lexus luxury high-performance sedans. A notably wide stance and short front and rear overhangs combine to give the IS its low center of gravity, while conveying speed and agility. In addition, the 2006 IS also features significant increases in length, width and wheelbase over its predecessor. The result is a more spacious and sporty sedan with an edgy appeal that exudes sophistication and the promise of a driving experience like no other. Inside, the new look continues with a roomier cabin thats superbly complemented by clean lines, intelligently designed displays and an intuitive environment of clean, uncluttered luxury. Door panel surfaces flow seamlessly to the dashboard, where a newly sculpted instrument panelfeaturing bright Optitron gauges and smartly integrated metallic trimflows gently toward the driver. The new IS family includes four separate models featuring two completely new V6 engines, both with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence and sophisticated fuel injection systems. The rearwheel drive IS 350 sports a potent 3.5-liter V6 engine delivering 306 horsepower1 and a muscular 277 lb.-ft. of torque1, and a new sequential-shift 6-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel mounted paddle shifters. The IS 250 is equipped with a 2.5-liter V6

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THE ALL-NEW IS BLENDS DESIGN WITH INTELLIGENCE TO CREATE AN INTUITIVE ENVIRONMENT THAT ONLY LEXUS CAN OFFER.
2006 Lexus IS Sedan continued
engine that boasts 204 horsepower1 and 185 lb.-ft. of torque1, with a 6-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive, or available 6-speed sequential automatic transmission in either rear- or all-wheel drive configurations. Both powertrains are complemented by all-new front and rear suspension, with the IS 350s driving dynamics further amplified by a more aggressive version of Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM)2. First introduced on the 2006 GS, the IS 350s version of VDIM is designed to maximize driving fun while maintaining control over the elements. Offering extraordinary performance credentials and outstanding value, the 2006 IS sedan sports an extensive list of standard equipment including SmartAccess with push-button start/stop, plus a 13-speaker sound system with I-POD and MP3 compatibility. Other convenient options newly available on the 2006 IS are 18-inch alloy wheels, the

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Luxury and Convenience

Flowing lines, metallic accents and intelligent controls blend to provide dynamic functionality and luxurious ambience designed to make the IS experience simple, intuitive and eminently pleasurable. Dynamic Interior Design Offering Superb Functionality and Optimized Spacefeaturing instrument panel character lines that flow gently toward driver and sweep back to frame the two-pod instrument panel; sharply angled door grips complement vehicles highperformance image and capabilities. Available Leather or Perforated Leather Seat Facingsin Cashmere, Sterling and Black, or standard Black fabric-trimmed seats. Metallic Interior Trimor available Auburn Birds-eye Maple trim on center console and doors. Leather-Trimmed Manual Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheelwith leather/metal-trimmed shift knob. SmartAccess with Push-Button Start/Stoputilizes sensors throughout the vehicle, allowing driver to unlock vehicle by touching door handle (w/SmartAccess fob in pocket or purse) and start vehicle via push-button; SmartAccess fob includes wireless door lock remote functions, trunk and panic buttons; and engine immobilizer. Steering Wheel-Mounted Multi-Information Display, Audio and Cruise Control Switcheswith one-touch activation for available Adaptive Radar Cruise Control, navigation systems voice recognition function and Bluetooth features. Manually Adjustable Driver/Front Passenger Seatsor available 10-way power driver/front passenger seats including power lumbar support. Dynamic Two-Pod Lexus Optitron Instrumentationfeatures illumination of tachometer and speedometer according to the engine and vehicle speed set by driver; multi-information display (operable via steering pad-mounted DISP switch) features six selectable modes. Auto-Dimming Electrochromic Inside Mirrorintegrates compass and programmable HomeLink universal transceiver.
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Heated Power Outside Mirrors with Bottom-Mounted Puddle Lampsand available auto-dimming electrochromic, reverse-linked auto tilt-down and memory features. Rear Window Defoggeroperates in conjunction with heater function of outside mirrors and includes a timer function (defogger and heaters automatically turn off after 15 minutes). Illuminated Entry Systemactivated when SmartAccess fob is within exterior vehicle detection area or when any door is unlocked using the multi-function remote; includes engine on/off button, interior lights, footwells and scuff plates. Standard Luxury Featuresincluding front sunvisors and vanity mirrors; power windows with one-touch auto up/down and jam protection; and power door locks with anti lock-out feature and drivers door two-turn unlock system. Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Climate Controlwith independent driver/front passenger temperature control, 12 front air ducts, six rear air ducts and clean air filter, micro dust and pollen filter; additional smog sensor (IS 350). Vehicle Speed-Sensing Adjustable Interval/Variable Front Windshield Wiperswith washer and drip prevention function; finshaped resin cover for entire blade to ensure wiper effectiveness at high speeds.

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Integrated Convenienceincluding manual tilt-and-telescopic steering column; electric fuel door and trunk lid releases mounted on the left side of the instrument panel beneath air vents; quick-turn fuel cap with tether; remote operation and retained accessory power for power windows and available moonroof; first aid and tool kits. Auto On/Off Headlamp and Taillamp Systemcomprises headlamps, taillamps, parking lights and license plate lights. Available Power Rear Sunshadefeatures reverse-linked auto-down, speed-linked auto-up and manual up/down switch. Ultraviolet (UV) Ray-Reducing/Heat-Absorbing Green Laminated Windshield Glassand strength-reinforced green UV window glass (front door glass with water repellent feature). Lexus Personalized Settings (LPS)allows Lexus dealers to program certain electronic functions via the Customized Body Electronics System (C-BEST) according to customer preference. Storage in Center Consoleand locking glovebox. Fold-Out Front Door Storage Pockets with Bottle Cut-Outand rear seat pass-through. Cut Pile Carpetingand carpeted floor mats.

Audio Excellence

Awesome sound quality is a Lexus hallmark and the IS is no exception, with either a standard 13-speaker system or the unequivocal magnificence of the available Mark Levinson Audio System.
Standard Lexus Premium AM/FM ETR Audio System 194 watts of power Six-disc in-dash CD auto-changer 13 speakers: two front-mounted 25 mm tweeters, two 65 mm front door-mounted speakers, two front door-mounted 160 mm woofers, two rear door-mounted 25 mm tweeters, two 65 mm rear door-mounted speakers, two rear door-mounted 160 mm woofers, one 200 mm sub-woofer mounted on rear deck Digital signal processing with Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL) Available Mark Levinson Premium Audio System 300 watts of power at 0.1% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) Six-disc in-dash DVD/CD auto-changer 7.1-channel topography surround processing DVD-audio and video with discrete 5.1-channel playback 14 speakers: one front-mounted 65 mm center speaker, two front-mounted 25 mm tweeters, two 65 mm front door-mounted mid-range speakers, two front door-mounted 160 mm woofers, two rear door-mounted 25 mm tweeters, two 100 mm rear door-mounted mid-range speakers, two rear deck-mounted 65 mm satellites, one 200 mm sub-woofer mounted on rear deck Digital signal processing with Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL) I-POD and MP3 Compatibilityauxiliary jack in console box serves as input terminal. XM or Sirius Satellite Radio Compatibility FM Diversity Antenna

Superior powertrain coverage: 6-yrs./70,000 miles Superior roadside assistance: 4-yrs./unlimited miles
KEY ADVANTAGES 29 Lexus vs. BMW
2006 BMW 330i Performance/Technology
3.0 liters I6 engine 255 hp @ 6,600 rpm 220 lb.-ft. @ 2,750 rpm 6.3 sec. (AT), 6.1 sec. (MT)9 0.30 Cd 36.1 ft. Not available 15.9 gal. 59.1 in./59.6 in.
41.5 in. 12.0 cu. ft. Standard engine stop/start button and optional Comfort Access keyless entry Not available Conventional sunvisors Standard aluminum/rubber doorsill trim plates Standard CD player; optional six-disc CD/MP3 changer No optional audio upgrade
Not available Optional heated front seats Optional two-position memory system for drivers seat and outside mirrors Optional auto-dimming inside mirror Optional automatic tilt-down of passengers side mirror only Optional 3-button universal garage door opener
Eight exterior color choices Optional metallic paint choices Not available
Optional Active Cruise Control only Optional rear Park Distance Control (PDC) Not available Conventional front passenger airbag Not available
4-yrs./50,000 miles 4-yrs./50,000 miles
Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (Dual VVT-i) varies intake and exhaust timing More power: 306 hp @ 6,400 rpm1 More torque: 277 lb.-ft. @ 4,800 rpm1 6-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters Faster 0-60 mph acceleration: 5.6 sec.8 Shorter overall length for easier maneuverability: 180.1 in. Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM)2 Tighter turning circle: 33.5 ft. Larger front/rear brakes: 13.15 in./12.2 in. Wider front/rear tread: 60.4 in./60.4 in.
Standard SmartAccess with push-button start/stop Greater trunk capacity: 13.0 cu. ft. Instrumentation featuring driver-programmable rpm shift light and mph speed warning Available aluminum sport pedals Sound-absorbing sunvisors to enhance cabin quietness Available heated and ventilated front seats Standard 13-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System with six-disc in-dash CD changer, I-POD and MP3 compatibility with miniplug AUX accessory port in rear of center console box Available 14-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Audio System with six-disc in-dash DVD/CD changer, 300 watts of power at 0.1% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), 7.1-channel topography surround processing; DVD-Audio & Video with discrete 5.1-channel playback Rear Back-up Camera (with available navigation system) Standard auto-dimming electrochromic inside mirror with compass Power-adjustable heated outside mirrors with LED puddle lamps; available autodimming electrochromic, reverse-linked auto tilt-down and memory features Three-position memory system includes front seats, outside mirrors and tilt/telescoping steering column Standard power windows with one-touch up/down and jam protection for all windows Standard auto on/off headlamps with variable headlamp/taillamp-off delay feature Standard HomeLink universal transceiver Standard tool kit

10 exterior color choices Available headlamp washers Laminated acoustic windshield glass
Available Pre-Collision System (PCS)5 with Adaptive Radar Cruise Control Available front and rear Intuitive Parking Assist Available Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) and High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps with dynamic auto leveling Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Drivers and front passengers knee airbags (SRS)3 Twin-chamber front passenger front airbag (SRS)3 Rear outboard seat pre-tensioners and force limiters
KEY ADVANTAGES 31 Lexus vs. Infiniti
2006 Infiniti G35 Performance/Technology
Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS) varies intake timing only 280 hp @ 6,200 rpm (AT); 298 hp @ 6,400 rpm (MT) 270 lb.-ft. @ 4,800 rpm (AT); 260 lb.-ft. @ 4,800 rpm (MT) 5-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode on shift gate 6.2 sec. (AT)10, 5.8 sec. (MT)11 186.9 in. Not available Not available 36.0 ft. (AT); 37.4 ft. (MT) 12.6 in./12.1 in. 59.1 in./59.3 in.
Optional Intelligent Key with push-button start 11.8 cu. ft. (with optional full-size spare tire) Not available Not available Conventional sunvisors Standard heated front seats only Standard six-speaker audio system with AM/FM and in-dash, single-feed six-disc CD auto-changer, with MP3 playback capability Optional seven-speaker Bose premium audio system with 222 watts and in-dash single feed six-disc CD auto-changer
Not available Optional electrochromic auto-dimming inside mirror Power heated dual body-colored remote-controlled outside mirrors Two-position memory system for drivers seat and steering wheel only Standard one-touch up/down feature for front windows only; optional one-touch up/down for rear windows Optional auto on/off headlights Optional HomeLink universal transceiver Optional emergency roadside kit
Eight exterior color choices Not available Not available
Not available Not available Standard High-Intensity Discharge (HID) xenon headlights only Not available Not available Conventional front passenger airbag Not available

Greater engine displacement: 3.5 liters Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (Dual VVT-i) varies intake and exhaust timing More power: 306 hp @ 6,400 rpm1 More torque: 277 lb.-ft. @ 4,800 rpm1 Direct injection 4-stroke gasoline engine Superior (D-4S) system combines direct injection and port injection systems Faster 0-60 mph acceleration: 5.6 sec.8 More aerodynamic: 0.28 Cd Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters included with automatic transmission Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM)2 Tighter turning circle: 33.5 ft. Larger front/rear brakes: 13.15 in./12.2 in. Greater fuel capacity: 17.1 gal.
Standard SmartAccess with push-button start/stop More front headroom (w/o moonroof): 39.0 in. More front legroom: 43.9 in. Driver-programmable rpm shift light and mph speed warning features for electroluminescent Optitron instrumentation Available aluminum sport pedals Available heated and ventilated front seats Sound-absorbing sunvisors to enhance cabin quietness Available aluminum and illuminated (blue) scuff plates Standard 13-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System Standard I-POD and MP3 compatibility with miniplug AUX accessory port in rear of center console box Available 14-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Audio System with six-disc in-dash DVD/CD changer, 300 watts of power at 0.1% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), 7.1-channel topography surround processing, DVD-Audio & Video with discrete 5.1-channel playback Voice activation included with available navigation system Seven-inch screen included with available navigation system Rear Back-up Camera and Bluetooth wireless capability (with available navigation system) Standard auto-dimming electrochromic inside mirror with compass Power-adjustable heated outside mirrors with LED puddle lamps; available auto-dimming electrochromic, reverse-linked auto tilt-down and memory features Front passengers seat and steering column included in available memory system Standard HomeLink universal transceiver
Standard metallic or pearl exterior paint choices Laminated acoustic windshield glass
Available Pre-Collision System (PCS)5 with Adaptive Radar Cruise Control Available front and rear Intuitive Parking Assist Standard Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Drivers and front passengers knee airbags (SRS)3 Twin-chamber front passenger front airbag (SRS)3 Four-wheel ventilated brake discs Standard Tire Pressure Monitoring System4
KEY ADVANTAGES 33 Lexus vs. Audi
2005 Audi A4 3.2 Performance/Technology
3.2 liters Variable intake valve timing 255 hp @ 6,500 rpm 243 lb.-ft. @ 3,250 rpm FSI Direct Injection 6.6 sec. (AT)9 0.31 Cd Not available Not available Not available 36.4 ft. 12.6 in./11.3 in. 16.6 gal.
Not available 38.4 in. 41.3 in. Not available Not available Optional heated front and rear seats Not available Standard protective aluminum door sill trim Standard 10-speaker Audi Symphony II stereo MP3 player with optional navigation system Optional 10-speaker Bose premium sound system with six-disc CD changer and 200 watts of power

Not available 6.25-inch screen with optional navigation system Not available Optional automatic-dimming inside mirror with digital compass Power body-colored outside mirrors with defog feature; puddle lights on doors Not included in optional memory system Optional HomeLink remote transmitter
Optional metallic or pearl effect exterior paint choices Not available
Not available Not available Optional Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Not available Conventional front passenger airbag Ventilated front/rear solid disc brakes Optional Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Greater engine displacement: 3.5 liters More sophisticated DOHC engine Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (Dual VVT-i) varies intake and exhaust timing Direct injection 4-stroke gasoline engine Superior (D-4S) combines direct injection and port injection systems More power: 306 hp @ 6,400 rpm1 More torque: 277 lb.-ft. @ 4,800 rpm1 6-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters Rear-wheel drive (RWD) for sportier handling Faster 0-60 mph acceleration: 5.6 sec.8 More aerodynamic: 0.28 Cd Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM)2 Better front/rear weight distribution (%): 52/48 Shorter overall length for easier maneuverability: 180.1 in. Tighter turning circle: 33.5 ft. Four-wheel ventilated power disc brakes Larger front/rear brakes: 13.15 in./12.2 in.
More front legroom: 43.9 in. Greater trunk capacity: 13.0 cu. ft. Available 10-way power front passengers seat including two-way power lumbar support Available heated and ventilated front seats Sound-absorbing sunvisors to enhance cabin quietness Standard SmartAccess with push-button start/stop Instrumentation featuring driver-programmable rpm shift light and mph speed warning Standard 13-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System Available 14-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Audio System I-POD and MP3 compatibility with miniplug AUX accessory port in rear of center console box Rear Back-up Camera (with available navigation system) Available aluminum sport pedals Available aluminum and illuminated (blue) scuff plates Standard puddle lamps and available auto-dimming electrochromic feature for outside mirrors Available power rear sunshade with reverse-linked auto-down, speed-linked auto-up and manual up/down switch Available three-position memory includes drivers and front passengers seats and tilt/telescoping position of steering column Standard power windows with one-touch up/down and jam protection for all windows Available rain-sensing windshield wipers
10 exterior color choices Available headlamp washers
Available Pre-Collision System (PCS)5 with Adaptive Radar Cruise Control Available front and rear Intuitive Parking Assist Available Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) and High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps with dynamic auto leveling Drivers and front passengers knee airbags (SRS)3 Twin-chamber front passenger front airbag (SRS)3 Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Rear outboard pre-tensioners and force limiters Headrests at all three rear seating positions with rear center featuring up/down adjustability to ensure drivers field of vision Tire Pressure Monitoring System4 First aid and tool kits

Limited Warranties & Roadside Assistance
Superior powertrain coverage: 6-yrs./70,000 miles Superior corrosion coverage: 6-yrs./unlimited miles Superior roadside assistance: 4-yrs./unlimited miles
KEY ADVANTAGES 35 Lexus vs.Acura
2005 Acura TL Performance/Technology
3.2 liters SOHC engine VTEC varies intake timing only Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) system 270 hp @ 6,200 rpm 238 lb.-ft. @ 5,000 rpm 5-speed automatic transmission with shift gate-mounted sequential SportShift feature Front-wheel drive (FWD) 6.3 sec. (MT)12 0.29 Cd Not available Not available 61/39 (AT); 60/40 (MT) 189.3 in. 39.7 ft. Front ventilated/rear solid power disc brakes 11.8 in./11.1 in. (AT)
42.8 in. 12.5 cu. ft. (12.3 cu. ft. w/navigation system) Standard four-way power front passengers seat only Standard heated front seats Conventional sunvisors Not available Not available Standard eight-speaker sound system No optional audio upgrade Not available Not available Not available Not available Not available Not available Standard two-position memory system for drivers seat (steering column position not available) Power windows with driver's and front passenger's auto-up/down only Not available
Eight exterior color choices Not available
Not available Optional rear area sensor only Standard Bi-Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights only Not available Conventional front passenger airbag Not available Not available Rear outboard head restraints Not available Not available
4-yrs./50,000 miles 5-yrs./unlimited miles 4-yrs./50,000 miles

IS 250 Key Advantages

2006 Lexus IS 250 Performance/Technology
More compact V6 engine Rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD) More aerodynamic: 0.28 Cd Tighter turning circle: 33.5 ft. (RWD); 35.5 ft. (AWD) Wider front/rear tread: 60.4 in./60.4 in. Standard 17-inch wheels and tires Available 18-inch wheels and tires Greater fuel capacity: 17.1 gal.
More front legroom: 43.9 in. Greater trunk capacity: 13.0 cu. ft. Standard SmartAccess with push-button start/stop Instrumentation featuring driver-programmable rpm shift light and mph speed warning Sound-absorbing sunvisors to enhance cabin quietness Available aluminum or illuminated (blue) scuff plates Standard 13-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System with six-disc in-dash CD changer, I-POD and MP3 compatibility with miniplug AUX accessory port in rear of center console box Available 14-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Audio System Standard six-disc in-dash CD changer Rear Back-up Camera (with available navigation system) Available heated and ventilated front seats Available three-position memory system for front seats, tilt/telescoping steering wheel and outside mirrors Standard auto-dimming electrochromic inside mirror Available reverse auto-tilt down feature for both outside mirrors Standard HomeLink universal transceiver

Available Pre-Collision System (PCS)5 with Adaptive Radar Cruise Control (AT models only) Available front and rear Intuitive Parking Assist Available Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) and High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps with dynamic auto leveling Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Drivers and front passengers knee airbags (SRS)3 Twin-chamber front passenger front airbag (SRS)3 Rear outboard pre-tensioners and force limiters
KEY ADVANTAGES 39 Lexus vs. Infiniti
Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS) varies intake timing only 5-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode on shift gate 186.9 in. Not available 36.0 ft. (AT); 37.4 ft. (MT) 11.3 in. (AWD) 59.1 in./59.3 in. (RWD); 59.3 in./59.3 in. (AWD)
Optional Intelligent Key with push-button start 11.8 cu. ft. (with optional full-size spare tire) Not available Not available Conventional sunvisors Standard front seats only Standard six-speaker audio system and in-dash single-feed six-disc CD autochanger with MP3 playback capability Optional seven-speaker Bose premium audio system with 222 watts and in-dash single feed six-disc CD auto-changer
Not available Optional electrochromic auto-dimming inside mirror Power heated dual body-colored remote-controlled outside mirrors Two-position memory system for drivers seat and steering wheel only Standard one-touch up/down feature for front windows only; optional one-touch up/down for rear windows Optional auto on/off headlights Optional HomeLink universal transceiver Optional roadside emergency kit
Not available Not available Standard High-Intensity Discharge (HID) xenon headlights only Not available Conventional front passenger airbag Not available Not available
Greater engine displacement: 2.5 liters Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (Dual VVT-i) varies intake and exhaust timing V6 engine 24-valve engine More power: 204 hp @ 6,400 rpm1 More aerodynamic: 0.28 Cd Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters included with automatic transmission Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)/(AT models only) Tighter turning circle: 33.5 ft. (RWD); 35.5 ft. (AWD) Larger rear brakes: 11.45 in. Standard 17-inch wheels and tires Greater fuel capacity: 17.1 gal.
Standard SmartAccess with push-button start/stop More front headroom (w/o moonroof): 39.0 in. More front legroom: 43.9 in. Driver-programmable rpm shift light and mph speed warning features for electroluminescent Optitron instrumentation Available aluminum sport pedals Available heated and ventilated front seats Sound-absorbing sunvisors to enhance cabin quietness Available aluminum and illuminated (blue) scuff plates Standard 13-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System Standard I-POD and MP3 compatibility with miniplug AUX accessory port in rear of center console box Available 14-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Audio System with six-disc in-dash DVD/CD changer, 300 watts of power at 0.1% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), 7.1-channel topography surround processing, DVD-Audio & Video with discrete 5.1-channel playback Voice activation included with available navigation system Seven-inch screen included with available navigation system Rear Back-up Camera and Bluetooth wireless capability (with available navigation system) Standard auto-dimming electrochromic inside mirror with compass Power-adjustable heated outside mirrors with LED puddle lamps; available auto-dimming electrochromic, reverse-linked auto tilt-down and memory features Front passengers seat and tilt/telescoping steering wheel included in available memory system Standard HomeLink universal transceiver

Available Pre-Collision System (PCS)5 with Adaptive Radar Cruise Control (AT only) Available front and rear Intuitive Parking Assist Available Adaptive Lighting System (AFS) and High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps with dynamic auto leveling Drivers and front passengers knee airbags (SRS)3 Twin-chamber front passenger front airbag (SRS)3 Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Rear outboard pre-tensioners and force limiters Headrests at all three rear seating positions with rear center featuring up/down adjustability to ensure drivers field of vision Tire Pressure Monitoring System4 First aid and tool kits
KEY ADVANTAGES 43 Lexus vs.Acura
SOHC engine VTEC varies intake timing only 5-speed automatic transmission with shift gate-mounted sequential SportShift feature Front-wheel drive (FWD) 0.29 Cd Not available 61/39 (AT); 60/40 (MT) 189.3 in. 39.7 ft. 11.1 in. (AT)
42.8 in. 12.5 cu. ft. (12.3 cu. ft. w/navigation system) Standard four-way power front passengers seat only Standard heated front seats Conventional sunvisors Not available Not available Standard eight-speaker sound system No optional audio upgrade Not available Not available Not available Not available Not available Not available Not available Standard two-position memory system for drivers seat (steering column position not available) Power windows with driver's and front passenger's auto-up/down only Auto-off headlights only Not available

Technical Specifications

2006 IS 350/IS 250

Engine

Type IS 350 & IS 250 Displacement IS 350 IS 250 Bore x Stroke (mm/in.) IS 350 IS 250 Horsepower1 IS 350 IS 250 Torque IS 350 IS 250 Compression Ratio IS 350 IS 250 Ignition System Fuel System IS 350 IS 250 Fuel Requirement Emission Certification
Four-cam (DOHC) 24-valve V6 with Dual VVT-i 3.5-liter (210.9 cu. in.) 2.5-liter (152.5 cu. in.) 94.0 x 83.0 (3.70 x 3.27) 83.0 x 77.0 (3.27 x 3.03) 306 hp @ 6,400 rpm 204 hp @ 6,400 rpm 277 lb.-ft. @ 4,800 rpm 185 lb.-ft. @ 4,800 rpm 11.8:1 12.0:1 Direct Injection System (DIS) Direct injection and port injection 4-stroke gasoline engine Superior (D-4S) Direct injection 4-stroke gasoline engine (D-4) Premium unleaded 91 octane Ultra Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEV-II)

Exterior Data and Dimensions
Body Type Construction Wheelbase Length Width Height (unloaded) -IS 350/IS 250 RWD -IS 250 AWD Curb Weight -IS 350 -IS 250 RWD (AT) -IS 250 RWD (MT) -IS 250 AWD (AT) Weight Distribution, front/rear (%) -IS 350/IS 250 RWD -IS 250 AWD Tread Width (front/rear) Ground Clearance Fuel Tank Capacity 5-passenger luxury sport sedan Unitized body with extensive use of high tensile strength and galvannealed steel 107.5 in. 180.1 in. 70.9 in. 56.1 in. 56.7 in. 3,527 lbs. 3,435 lbs. 3,455 lbs. 3,651 lbs. 52/48 54/46 60.4 in./60.4 in. 5.3 in. 17.1 gal.

Interior Dimensions

Seating Capacity Front Headroom -w/o moonroof -w/moonroof Rear Headroom -w/o moonroof -w/moonroof Front Legroom Rear Legroom Front Shoulder Room Rear Shoulder Room Front Hip Room Rear Hip Room Passenger Volume Trunk Volume 5 39.0 in. 37.2 in. 36.9 in. 36.7 in. 43.9 in. 30.6 in. 54.4 in. 52.7 in. 54.1 in. 53.7 in. 88.3 cu. ft. 13.0 cu. ft.
TECHNICAL SPECS 47 IS 350/IS 250

Performance

0-60 mph Acceleration8 IS 350 IS 250 RWD IS 250 AWD 1/4 Mile Acceleration8 IS 350 IS 250 RWD IS 250 AWD Top Track Speed (mph/electronically limited)8 IS 350 IS 250 RWD (MT) IS 250 RWD (AT) IS 250 AWD Estimated City/Highway Fuel Economy (mpg) Coefficient of Drag (Cd) 5.6 sec. 7.9 sec. 8.3 sec. 14.2 sec. 16.0 sec. 16.0 sec.
142 mph 142 mph 140 mph 130 mph NA 0.28
Competitive Specifications at a Glance

Powertrain/Performance

2006 Lexus IS 350
3.5L DOHC 24-valve V6 with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) 306 hp @ 6,400 rpmlb.-ft. @ 4,800 rpm1 6-speed sequential automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i) and paddle shifters 5.6 sec.8 0.28 NA
Horsepower Torque Transmission
0-60 mph Acceleration Coefficient of Drag (Cd) Estimated City/Highway Fuel Economy (mpg) Emission Certification Turning Circle
Ultra Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEV-II) 33.5 ft.

Dimensions

Seating Wheelbase Length Width Height (unloaded) Front Headroom w/o moonroof w/moonroof Rear Headroom w/o moonroof w/moonroof Front Legroom Rear Legroom Front Shoulder Room Rear Shoulder Room Curb Weight 5 107.5 in. 180.1 in. 70.9 in. 56.1 in. 39.0 in. 37.2 in. 36.9 in. 36.7 in. 43.9 in. 30.6 in. 54.4 in. 52.7 in. 3,527 lbs.

Motor Trend, June 2005. Road & Track, April 2004.
Please note: Information accurate at the time of publication and subject to change. BMW, Infiniti, Audi and Acura information acquired from manufacturers consumer brochures, the internet (www.bmwusa.com, www.infiniti.com, www.audiusa.com, www.acura.com, www.kbb.com, www.autosite.com), manufacturers press Web sites and consumer automotive publications. Lexus is not liable for any errors or omissions in regard to this data. The information available in this brochure is for internal use only and not for advertising or consumer use.
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2006 Lexus IS 350

Lexus makes a sedan feel like a luxury sport coupe with the IS 350, a perfect car in almost every way that comes in at a price making it the best luxury value available. This car sits below the GS and the LS series in Lexuss model lineup, yet the only thing it gives up is size and a little performance. It has a full range of well-implemented cabin tech, an amazing driving experience, and sharp styling. With our tech-centered review, one of the rst things that stood out was the pleasant graphic design of the navigation and telephone keypad displays on the central touch-screen LCD. The navigation system comes in a package with a premium Mark Levinson sound system, which is one of the best weve ever heard. Cabin materials and switch gear, with quality t and nEditors rating: ish, enhanced the luxury Spectacular feeling. Power tilt steering wheel and a power rear sunshade round out out of 10 the interior luxury tech. Although the 3.5-liter variable valve-timed V-6 and its six-speed automatic transmission sound similar to what can be found in many other cars, this power train uses engineering and electronic controls that contribute to a very sporty driving experience. The transmission is in perfect sync with the engine and the road, picking the correct gears awlessly. And the engine never feels wanting for power. Safety gear on the 2006 Lexus IS 350 is as high-tech as it gets, with Lexuss VDIM system combining traction control and antilock brakes to intelligently improve road-holding. Our test car also came with radar-based cruise control, which tracks the car in the lane ahead, automatically using brakes and throttle to maintain distance. Our 2006 Lexus IS 350 came with the $3,495 luxury package, the $3,990 Mark Levinson audio/navigation package, the $2,850 radarbased cruise control, and sundry other options.

REVIEWED BY

Wayne Cunningham

REVIEW DATE

September 15, 2006
COMFORT Although the level of luxury in the 2006 Lexus IS 350s cabin isnt quite up to that of the MercedesBenz S550, its more rened than the Acura RL. The cabin has quality switch gear and materials, well-placed accents, excellent t and nish, and very comfortable seats. The roof liner of our test car was made of a material that felt like cashmere, while the dash had a rubberized feel, much better than the hard, slippery plastics found in many other cars. The 10-way power adjustable front seats had heating and ventilation controls available on the console. As an example of the cars well thought-out ergonomics, the map pockets in the doors fold down on spring-loaded hinges for easier access. As with most high-tech cars, the center LCD controls the cabin systems. The IS 350 uses a touch screen, buttons and dials on the steering wheel and the center stack, and voice commands
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The Mark Levinson stereo plays MP3s, WMAs, and DVD audio with fantastic sound quality. It also has an auxiliary input for an MP3 player. to control its heating, air conditioning, stereo, navigation, Bluetooth telephone integration, and other car systems. The controls are set up with good redundancy. For example, stereo volume can
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be changed from the steering wheel or central stack. We found the stylish graphic design of the control panels on the LCD a very refreshing change from other carmakers dull grey input screens. One of the few drawbacks we found on this car is that the voice-command system isnt as intuitive as the one in the Acura TSX. We needed to consult the manual to nd out which commands it would accept, and the voice commands didnt control as many of the cars systems as in the TSX, leaving us, for example, to adjust the climate control by hand (a small sacrice). On the options list, the navigation and premium Mark Levinson sound system are packaged as one very worthwhile $3,990 package. Expensive, yes, but the audio quality is right up there with the THX system found in the Lincoln Zephyr. With 7.1channel architecture, 300 watts, and 14 speakers, this system produces fully immersive surround sound that comes through incredibly crisp but with a rich bass note. The six-disc in-dash CD changer handles standard RedBook, MP3, WMA, and even DVD audio formats. And, just for kicks, it will play DVD video on its LCD screen when the car is stopped, with better sound than in most living rooms. It also has an auxiliary input in the center console, with a conveniently placed 12volt outlet right next to it, for an iPod or another MP3 player. Another small gripe: although it can display song and album information, getting to it requires digging through a submenu or two. It cant be set to stay on the screen. The navigation system uses a very nice, clear display and includes a full set of points of interest in its database, with retail stores, restaurants, and other destinations for weekend errands. The destination input screen uses predictive entry on its alphanumeric keypad, dimming out letters that couldnt possibly follow the previous entry. The black background and blue-trimmed soft keys are a nice graphic design element, another bit of attention to detail that most other automakers ignore. After destination entry, the system shows the point on a map, along with radiating arrows that let the driver ne-tune the address, another nice detail not seen on many other navigation systems. Route guidance worked quickly, helpfully, and unobtrusively during our testing.

This telephone screen shows the graphic design of the cars interface, which carries over to its navigation, audio, and car information screens. As for the Bluetooth integration, we had no problem quickly pairing up our cell phone with the car. Again, the car gave us a nicely designed keypad interface on the LCD for entering phone numbers. Audio quality was ne for both parties on the line, helped along by the IS 350s well-insulated cabin. Unlike on some BMWs weve tested, there is no command to load a phones entire address book into the car. The Lexus IS 350 does have an address book, but the phones address book entries can be pushed in only one at a time. The standard tech features on the IS 350 are already pretty impressive, including keyless entry and start-up, and very nice electroluminescent gauges, but our car also came with the $3,495
The display quality is crystal clear, and the navigation system includes retail stores and restaurants as points of interest.
luxury package. This package is less compelling than the premium audio/navigation combination, but it has some niceties such as ventilated front seats, power tilt and telescope adjustment for the steering wheel, and a neat blue illuminated Lexus logo on the scuff panels. PERFORMANCE The 2006 Lexus IS 350s place in the Lexus model line has invited comparisons to BMWs 3 series, but the lack of a manual transmission option in the Lexus points to different intentions for the car. Both cars may t under the luxury-sport label, but the Lexus leans more toward the luxury side of the equation. However, it doesnt give up much, if anything, in performance. Its 3.5-liter V6 is technically advanced, a quality it shows in the cars performance, and the six-speed automatic is nearly telepathic. Twenty-four variable timed valves enhance the efciency of the engine, helping it produce its 306 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque. The fuel system injects gas directly into the cylinders, which makes for a more efcient burn, while also using standard port injection, which delivers a quieter ride at lower RPMs. All of this combines to delivers strong accelerationa tap on the gas pedal sends the car bolting forward without letup. Acceleration from higher speeds remains strong. But an essential part of this power train is the electronically controlled six-speed automatic. Lexus has built some very effective programming into it, as it seemed to read our intentions and shift gears appropriately. For example, jamming down the gas pedal made it hold gears as the tach raced up toward its redline (shown on the gauge by an illuminated red ring). Lesser transmissions would have up-shifted early, making for an unsatisfying drop in power. The IS 350 includes paddle shifters on the wheel for the transmissions manual mode, but it didnt take us long to just stop using them, as the car always seemed to have the right gear for whatever driving situation we threw its way. Handling on the IS 350 also proved excellent, aided by Lexuss panoply of road-holding technologies that live under the acronym VDIM. Vehicle

Steering wheel paddles let the driver select gears, but we quickly found that the automatic transmission was smart enough on its own. Dynamics Integrated Management takes antilock braking, traction and stability control, and even minor steering adjustment, integrating them all in one combined system designed to keep the car on the road. The handling feel is very good, with the steering wheel offering solid road feel and precision, tipping the luxury-sport equation back towards sport. We took the car on various twisty roads around the San Francisco Bay Area, and it always felt sure-footed. The EPA rates the 2006 Lexus IS 350 at 21mpg in the city and 28mpg in the highway, very good numbers for an engine of this size, which points to its efciency. The car also gets a ULEV II rating from California, another good mark for a car with an engine this powerful. SAFETY Lexus is no slouch when it comes to high-tech safety, as evidenced by the multiple standard and optional systems in the 2006 Lexus IS 350. The car comes with the previously mentioned VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management) system, which aids in performance and safety by helping keep all wheels on the road. Airbags also surround the vehicle cabin, with front seats getting front, side, and knee airbags, and side curtain airbags for front and rear seats. The car includes a tire pressure monitor and a rearview camera, and it even comes with a rst aid kit strapped into the trunk.
ahead and slows down to match its speed. Its a little eerie having the car slow down or speed up depending on the speed of the car ahead, but the system worked well during our testing. However, even at its shortest following distance, it leaves a pretty large gap, which other cars will quickly jump into in heavy trafc. This cruise control is best suited for light to medium trafc.
The lowest button on the steering wheel spoke lets the driver set the adaptive cruise control, which uses radar to keep the cars distance in trafc. The luxury package that came with our IS 350 included high-intensity discharge headlights, which produce a bright, clean white light. And the headlights also had Lexuss adaptive system, which pivots the lights slightly when the wheels turn for better visibility around corners. One of the most remarkable systems, which we classify under safety, is the $2,850 optional radar-based cruise control, which is part of Lexuss optional precollision system. The cruise control lets the driver set the speed and choose from three following distances. The car travels at its set speed until the radar detects a car in the lane
A rearview camera takes over the LCD whenever the car is put into reverse. The 2006 Lexus IS 350 hasnt yet received front, side, or rollover ratings from the NHTSA. Its covered by Lexuss generous warranty, which gives four years or 50,000 miles of basic coverage, eight years or 70,000 miles on the power train, and six years against corrosion.

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