First Impressions 2001 Lexus IS300 Base
It is common to find buyers of the Lexus IS300 enthusiastic about their purchase. The IS300 has been one of the premier vehicles of the Lexus line for over ten years. It is an important car and the 2001 model is no exception. The Lexus IS300 falls into the sedan for the family category. The IS300 inspires brand loyalty, and it's not unusual to have a buyer purchase Lexuss year after year
Under the Hood
The IS300 Base is equipped with a Toyota 3.0 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 5-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The IS300 comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the IS300 Base are 67.70 inches wide by 176.60 inches long. It sits 55.50 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 105.10 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The listed retail price in 2001 (MSRP) was $30,805, with a dealer invoice cost of $27,108. This price is on target the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 2001 IS300 is a traditional SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 17.50 gallons.
The 2001 IS300 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is subpar for a sedan car.
We Think...
The 2000 model began the promise of the Lexus IS300. The 2001 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Lexus hopes that the IS300 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
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Tags: 4-Door, Base, Lexus IS300, Sedan, United States market