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Old 10-01-20, 01:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Xanadu350
Does any one know what the tire size is for the 350 f sport 19” bbs wheels? Are they 245/40 or 245/35? I keep trying to read the tires on these reviews but I can’t make it out.
From the Canadian website:




Also, the new grey is called cloudburst (might have already been posted but I wasn't sure).



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Old 10-01-20, 02:15 PM
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Something I am noticing in the Winding Road video is how there's now added digital engine sound in the car... Not really a fan of that, and I find it unnecessary what with the sound tube already existing.
Old 10-01-20, 03:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Xanadu350
Does any one know what the tire size is for the 350 f sport 19” bbs wheels? Are they 245/40 or 245/35? I keep trying to read the tires on these reviews but I can’t make it out.
The standard & optional 19" F Sport Wheels will both come with these size tires.*

* On RWD models

Front = 235/40R19

Rear = 265/35R19

"the DHP also includes lighter 19-inch forged alloy BBS wheels finished in matte black. Not only are they impressive looking, the 19-inch BBS wheels are approximately 4 pounds lighter per wheel compared to the standard 19-inch F SPORT wheel."

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Old 10-01-20, 03:19 PM
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Do we know wheel width?
Old 10-01-20, 03:43 PM
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Originally Posted by RageRacerM
Do we know wheel width?
The detailed rim specs should be out any day now...

The Bridgestone tires on the press release appear to be run-flats as well..

"The POTENZA S001L was designed exclusively by Bridgestone." as found on the LC500h

^^ The above Summer tire run-flats appear to be on the F Sport RWD

On RWD models

Front = 235/40R19 (19x8.5)
Rear = 265/35R19 (19x9.5)




The F Sport AWD model will maybe ? receive a non staggered All Season run-flat set up using Bridgestone Turanza EL450 tires..
Sizes I can't make out.. (Edited)

Potentially P235/40R19 on all four corners.. (19x8.5)




The 18" Standard wheels will come with P235/45R18 on all four corners.. (18x8.5)

Edits - thanks @natnut

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Old 10-01-20, 06:18 PM
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Here are a couple of nice shots of the optional Carbon Fiber wing for F Sport

"If the driver buys the Dynamic Handling Package, the F SPORT receives a carbon-fiber spoiler and mirror caps and forged alloy wheels that weigh about 4 pounds less than the regular F SPORT wheels."







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Old 10-01-20, 06:42 PM
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Thanks for the tire sizes.

So the RWD comes with run flats? There is a spare in the trunk on all the reviews so far so why would these cars come with run flats? I hate run flats there noisy and rough riding. Trust me I’ve been driving on them for 9 yrs tried several brands and all have been noisy and rough rough rough on roads.
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Do you think the DHP is worth it for 3800?
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Originally Posted by Alexd3498
Do you think the DHP is worth it for 3800?
Good question. What additional features are included in the DHP package?
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The torsen diff adaptive shocks and the forged wheels, oh and carbon wing
Old 10-01-20, 08:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Alexd3498
The torsen diff adaptive shocks and the forged wheels, oh and carbon wing
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F SPORT models can be further augmented with the addition of a Dynamic Handling Package (DHP) that includes Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS). For 2021, engineers have optimized the damping force of the AVS system to help enhance performance. In addition, the DHP also includes lighter 19-inch forged alloy BBS wheels finished in matte black. Not only are they impressive looking, the 19-inch BBS wheels are approximately 4 pounds lighter per wheel compared to the standard 19-inch F SPORT wheel.

The RWD F SPORT models with the DHP are equipped with a Torsen® limited slip differential (LSD) that improves handling and performance thanks to enhanced traction when cornering or exiting turns. The LSD helps maintain straight-line stability as well. F SPORT models equipped with the DHP also feature drive select mode Sport S+, which provides advanced engine and transmission mapping to enhance performance. Sport S+ also adjusts the amount of EPS steering assist and damping force to deliver sportier handling to match the updated powertrain settings. Custom Mode is available on DHP models, offering multiple combinations for powertrain (Normal/Eco/Power), chassis (Normal/Sport) and air conditioner (Normal/Eco).

F SPORT models equipped with the DHP receive a unique carbon-fiber rear spoiler and side-view mirror caps, center console knee pad with contrast stitching, and a Lexus Card Key.

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Interesting comparison of the aesthetics of the Acura TLX Advance vs the Lexus IS350 F-Sport.

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Old 10-02-20, 04:46 AM
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Originally Posted by RageRacerM
Do we know wheel width?
Given the tire sizes I would guess 19x8.5 front and 19x9.5 rear.
Those are the same sizes I run in 18's for the same size rims...in 18's. I can't imagine them over or under-sizing the tires.
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