The V8 is back: IS 500 F SPORT Performance
02-22-21, 02:17 PM
#61
Thx for info!
I think because of price points potentially crossing with the diff F models Lexus wanted to try and price this a bit less so saved some $$$ by not doing the above mentioned.
Personally I look at this car as a remake of the original ISF, while it might not be a full fledged modern F car it’s definitely an ISF in my mind and it’s coming with everything you would have gotten with old ISF’s
Big V8 with big power.
Good Transmission.
Good suspension.
front 4 pot brakes like old ISF (not the greatest I know)
Limited slip diff
I own a 350 and have been absolutely hoping and praying they dropped a v8 into the IS...waiting this long I personally couldn’t care less about 4 pot vs 6 pot, bbs rims, torsen vs TVD diff and some visuals. IMO obv some will.
I’m just glad I can hopefully in the next year or 2 get one and feel a noticeable difference in performance from my 350.
I think because of price points potentially crossing with the diff F models Lexus wanted to try and price this a bit less so saved some $$$ by not doing the above mentioned.
Personally I look at this car as a remake of the original ISF, while it might not be a full fledged modern F car it’s definitely an ISF in my mind and it’s coming with everything you would have gotten with old ISF’s
Big V8 with big power.
Good Transmission.
Good suspension.
front 4 pot brakes like old ISF (not the greatest I know)
Limited slip diff
I own a 350 and have been absolutely hoping and praying they dropped a v8 into the IS...waiting this long I personally couldn’t care less about 4 pot vs 6 pot, bbs rims, torsen vs TVD diff and some visuals. IMO obv some will.
I’m just glad I can hopefully in the next year or 2 get one and feel a noticeable difference in performance from my 350.
02-22-21, 03:09 PM
#62
Lexus Champion
02-22-21, 03:39 PM
#64
Like others have said, they are taking out the full F brakes, expensive seats and other interior details, TVD option, and many other small things, so it's going to be somewhat cheaper for sure. Just having this engine in a modern 4-door platform that doesn't totally break the bank (GS F) is good enough for me.
02-22-21, 04:08 PM
#65
Lexus Connoisseur
I think we can all agree that it's great Lexus decided to bring back the 2UR-GSE. I'm on my 2nd 2UR-GSE powered Lexus...i'm ready for the next!
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Jeff Lange (02-22-21)
02-22-21, 04:34 PM
#66
We do agree that it's great the 2UR is back in the IS, many people have been waiting for it.
No manual transmission though.
(Not that there ever will be).Jeff
02-22-21, 06:51 PM
#69
I wouldn’t keep my hopes up especially this car being non F car. If I’m in the market for a new car I might consider snatching up but then I also feel like this car is too little too late it should have been released 8 yrs ago. With $4 gas in my area it will be a hard pill to swallow to fill up this thirsty engine.
02-22-21, 06:56 PM
#70
https://www.caranddriver.com/feature...-test-feature/
02-22-21, 09:18 PM
#72
Not worried about the GSF losing more value cause this isn't an F. Interior for this car is another major let down why would I want the same thing from 8 years ago, when the GSF has a bigger and better interior.
In my opinion, the car is late to the show, but it will be a good option for people that want a NA v8. Compared to other brands V6 TT. Now if the F model has a v8 TT we can talk. Was honestly hoping we saw some kind of performance hybrid for the IS.
GSF is a legend that won't come back in the foreseeable future.
02-22-21, 09:22 PM
#73
02-23-21, 03:49 AM
#74
I'm dissapointed. I was looking for a new isf, not a f sport. Imo not worth trading in my isf. Unless they will release a new isf with 600hp.....but knowing lexus that won't happen. I'll rock with my 08 isf until the wheels fall off, or until I can afford a 911 turbo
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waleedj3is (02-26-21)
02-23-21, 04:32 AM
#75
It's essentially an ISF by a different name, no? Lol