2014 Lexus IS And The Big, Gaping Mouth

by Derek Kreindler

Published: January 9th, 2013

Here’s the first picture of the 2014 Lexus IS. This example is an F-Sport model, complete with the big wheels and some more aggressive body treatments. Unfortunately, we’ll have to wait a little while longer to see what the regular and hybrid models look like.

Aside from the IS250 and IS350, there will apparently be an IS300H Hybrid model which won’t be available in North America. The cabin, clearly a riff on the LFA, is said to be roomier – a necessary improvement given the traditionally tight quarters of the IS. The full story will be available on January 15th. Until then, enjoy the photos.

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Kevlar on Jan 11, 2013

the front of this car is a mess, especially the daylight running lights and the headlight cluster. they seem to have been designed by a completely team and tacked on like cheap after market parts. i'm shopping for a sport sedan right now but this isn't even going to be considered.

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Nozdezine on Oct 17, 2015

old news ; new 2016 Lexus still faithfully ugly. Same for their RX300 for 2016. Sometimes,these design changes help bring out better designs. I'm liking the American designed cars more than many of the Toyota, Kia, and Hyundai(not all, to be fair). These grilles are comical designs...but wear well at Halloween.

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