The 2014 Lexus IS is expected to make its official debut at the 2013 NAIAS in Detroit
10-21-12, 09:31 PM
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10-21-12, 11:01 PM
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(and sharp vs Lexus concepts which tend to have more curves)
10-22-12, 01:18 AM
#454
Pole Position
Quick question Hoovey2411 :
will the new IS have rear steering? Either as standard or as a performance option?
will the new IS have rear steering? Either as standard or as a performance option?
10-22-12, 04:01 AM
#455
Short answer yes. And as 1Sick said, 2 coupes. The concepts are certainly more radical, than the production models (LF-GH vs 4GS for ex.) but by no means timid in execution of design. The 3IS is very aggressive (and sharp vs Lexus concepts which tend to have more curves)
(and sharp vs Lexus concepts which tend to have more curves)
10-22-12, 11:18 AM
#456
Radical is great, these new concepts are really sending shockwaves throughout the auto industry, previous haters of the "vanilla" of Lexus design are starting to come around. The new 'radical' design + LFA inspired driving experience could help Lexus regain their #1 position.
10-22-12, 06:30 PM
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I have not seen the Dynamic Rear Steer as standard or an option. Similar to how we don't really see GS's with it. Personally I believe it's a cost cutting measure, which is too bad cause it's a really great technology if you will. The GS performed great with it. When they first came out we only had one here at our dealer. Since then I've only ever seen that one.
Absolutely. Lexus is storming back despite all the set-backs.
Absolutely. Lexus is storming back despite all the set-backs.
What is the ETA on the LF LC production model?
10-22-12, 08:31 PM
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Not adding much to the discussion but I saw the 2 prototypes today in my 'backyard' and tried to take a picture. Instead of taking the picture, i refocused the camera. If I didn't have to leave, I would have turned around. Hopefully I see them again and I have more time to do something.
10-24-12, 11:45 AM
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Next-Generation 2014 Lexus IS Confirmed for Detroit Auto Show
According to Motor Report, Lexus Australia CEO Tony Cramb has confirmed that the next-generation 2014 IS sedan will debut at the Detroit Auto Show in January:
Speaking with TMR in Sydney, Lexus Australia chief Tony Cramb hinted strongly that the new IS sedan, a strong-seller for Lexus in the United States, will make its debut at the biggest event on the North American motor show calendar.
Echoing statements from Lexus International president Kiyotaka Ise, Cramb also states that LF-CC concept will not translate directly into an IS coupe:
“We did confirm that the LF-CC is the basis for a D-segment coupe in the future, but we didn’t confirm that it’s necessarily IS-related,” Mr Cramb said.
“A lot of people are drawing that conclusion, but it’s not completely accurate.”
Cramb also told TMR that other bodystyles, such as a wagon, were not part of Lexus’ plans for the IS.
The last point is sure to disappoint European Lexus fans, but it’s not a surprising decision considering the brand’s focus on models that can be sold worldwide — it’s hard to think that the global market for an IS wagon would justify the expense of development.
I’m also reminded of the quote from Lexus Europe CEO Paul van der Burgh in yesterday’s LF-LC story:
“The fact that we are so committed [to the production LF-LC], automatically means that projects that have less priority will be delayed.”
Speaking with TMR in Sydney, Lexus Australia chief Tony Cramb hinted strongly that the new IS sedan, a strong-seller for Lexus in the United States, will make its debut at the biggest event on the North American motor show calendar.
Echoing statements from Lexus International president Kiyotaka Ise, Cramb also states that LF-CC concept will not translate directly into an IS coupe:
“We did confirm that the LF-CC is the basis for a D-segment coupe in the future, but we didn’t confirm that it’s necessarily IS-related,” Mr Cramb said.
“A lot of people are drawing that conclusion, but it’s not completely accurate.”
Cramb also told TMR that other bodystyles, such as a wagon, were not part of Lexus’ plans for the IS.
The last point is sure to disappoint European Lexus fans, but it’s not a surprising decision considering the brand’s focus on models that can be sold worldwide — it’s hard to think that the global market for an IS wagon would justify the expense of development.
I’m also reminded of the quote from Lexus Europe CEO Paul van der Burgh in yesterday’s LF-LC story:
“The fact that we are so committed [to the production LF-LC], automatically means that projects that have less priority will be delayed.”
10-26-12, 12:01 AM
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The "super aggressive F model of the IS" that Hoovey refers to is the F-Sport or the F? If the former, then I can't imagine how crazy an IS-F would be... And will they unveil the F-sport along with the regular model in Detroit?
