Lexus IS 220d Sport Added to IS Model Range

There is a new member of Lexus' IS family of diesel cars. The new Lexus IS 220d Sport comes equipped with just the same 175 horsepower four-cylinder diesel engine with common rail fuel injection system. Although engine's power and torque -- which is 295 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm -- are pretty much the same, the IS 220d features a small tweak to its rear axle. Lifting the differential gear ratio from 2.474 to 3.200, Lexus' engineers made the car more comfortable to operate on the final drive.







As to the electronics, the new Lexus IS 220d Sport comes with brand's exclusive VDIM system, which controls working of other components of the active safety system, such as ABS, EBD, VSC, EPC and TRC.

To give the car a sportier look, Lexus equips the IS 220d with 18-inch alloy wheels, spots-style pedals and metal-effect trim details. Pushing comfort off the limits, Lexus offers the car with climate and cruise controls, rain-sensing wipers, parking sensors for both front and rear drive, push-button start and so on.

The Japanese company promises that 220d will feature 134mph top speed and 0-62 miles acceleration of about 8.9 seconds. Not really impressive.

Source: Channel4.com: New Models: Lexus adds 220d Sport to IS range

Photos: Askaprice.com: Dynamic 220d Sport Joins Lexus IS Range

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