During my week in the car, I averaged 19. All drivetrains require premium fuel — a disadvantage over competitors like the 3 Series and Audi A4, which merely recommend it. F Sport models get an all-black mesh grille inside the spindle shape, creating a gaping, aggressive maw. Ten standard airbags include a twin-chamber front passenger airbag, which aims to reduce facial contact. It doesn't get much newer than that, especially for a Lexus, whose very name is synonymous with reliability.
See your dealer for details. See your dealer for details. Heated and ventilated seats have been added to F Sport models while all-wheel-drive F Sport models also add a heated steering wheel. On the convertible side, you can get either V6, but both come connected to the 6-speed automatic, and all-wheel drive isn't available on either car. In terms of fuel economy, the car can go as far as 19 to 21 miles per gallon for city driving and 26 to 30 miles per gallon for highway driving. The accelerator responds instantly; the eight-speed automatic downshifts aggressively when entering corners and keeps the engine at power-spewing revs when coming out. Of course, as soon as I opened the door and saw the bordello-red cockpit, it was game on.
The required and are also standard. Put another way, the difference in the amount of irreverent fun to be had is extreme. Optional safety features include blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, dynamic radar-based cruise control, lane departure warning, park assist, and a back-up camera. See your dealer for details. From young and overconfident drivers lacking self-preservation instincts to elderly and fearful drivers suffering reduced sensory and cognitive capacities, the average talent level of a U.
The car will be available in seven colors—atomic silver, deep sea mica, matador red mica, nebula gray pearl, obsidian, star-fire pearl, and silver lining metallic. Materials are decent, with consistent graining toward the center console and optional real wood trim. The previous-generation retractable-hardtop convertible remains largely unchanged. Safety options run the luxury gamut. Standard dual tailpipes are a nice touch — some competitors have single pipes with their base engines — and an interesting cutline sweeps from the rocker panel through the rear taillights. Both cars, however, are capable of zooming from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 5. Inside, added refinement and high-tech touches keep this Lexus in the technology hunt.
Performance is good, is a powerful V6, I already have powerful cars, so I know what I'm talking about, you can't compare that car with a Corvette, Shelby or any other high performance car, but for be a compact luxury sport car, is perfect. This infotainment system by Lexus gives drivers navigational help as well as programs like an e-destination feature that allows them to easily plan their out-of-town trips. Gas mileage is good, not great. So how did the Lexus do, watch the video for more. The front disc brakes measure just 11. All drivetrains require premium fuel — a disadvantage over competitors like the 3 Series and Audi A4, which merely recommend it. Personally, I was very excited.
While the six-speeds are smooth and perfectly functional, the eight-speed shifts quicker and smoother, improving both sporty and around-town driving. Slippage be damned; Lexus should offer leather in the F-Sport. At the outer limits, tuned-in understeer is noticeable, but it's a minor issue. . The plastic, rubber, and other synthetic elements of the cabin are quality-feeling and durable-seeming, with only a few notable exceptions.
The front and rear wheels turn in opposite directions at lower speeds, and in the same direction at higher speeds. The C-Class and softer versions of the 3 Series ride better, and the cruising-oriented Volvo S60 beats the whole crowd. This is actually a very good thing. Inside, goes mostly unchanged for this year, with exception of a new shade of gray interior, and optional piano black trim. Check out the photos to see the gauges in action. Plus, the bottom cushion sits high enough off the floor to provide good thigh support and a decent view out.
The mix of athletic design and luxury materials —not to mention relative affordability as the entry-level model —kept my attention. Inside, there's push-button start with keyless entry, Bluetooth, and programmable Lexus Personalized Settings that pre-sets certain electronic settings to the owner's preference. The F-Sport Package has high-bolster sport seats that are supportive and comfortable. It is powered by a 3. I don't need to go on and on. It will sprint from 0-60 mph in 5.
An Enform Remote mobile app is also included with the Navigation Package and is free for the first year of ownership, providing remote access to various vehicle features. That said, forum member FriskyDingo wants to have some fun. With its aggressive spindle grille, dynamic stance, and sharp curves, the design is fresh, but still, somehow, familiar. See your dealer for details. Comfort Inside the car are comfortable, 10-way and 8-way seats for passengers and the driver.
Sure, interactivity is just one aspect of the car, but when it controls so many vehicle functions, there's no getting around the fact that you'll be dealing with it on a daily… The compact luxury sport sedan segment is looking pretty good these days. Drive Mode Select offers customizable ride and handling qualities, and available high tech features include casual-language voice recognition, dynamic radar cruise with pre-collision system, park assist, and more. During my week of mixed driving, I managed an overall fuel consumption rating of 12. What they bought was a sport sedan with some luxurious touches. Gas misers will do well to look elsewhere, particularly toward turbocharged four-cylinder alternatives in the compact luxury sedan segment. I have to admit I took advantage of hearing it perhaps once too often it sounded so good. Otherwise, the cabin is quiet and offers solitude from the noisy outside world.