Several things can be said about the Lexus IS350 series: including the polarizing reactions most buyers have towards their car. The six-cylinder engine is at the heart of the strong emotions, it is powerful for its class and delivers a large amount of torque.

2007 Lexus IS350 Base Specs

The restyled IS350 Base is equipped with a 3.5-liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota six-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2006 version.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The IS350 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

The fuel system for the 2007 IS350 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 18.50 gallons.

Statistics

The dimensions of the IS350 Base are 71.70 inches wide by 191.10 inches long. It sits 57.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 109.30 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The standard warranty period for the IS350 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

The listed retail price in 2007 (MSRP) was $33,470, with a dealer invoice cost of $29,676. This price is on target the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

MPG Ratings

The IS350 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of twenty one in-city driving and thirty when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

In 2006 and 2007 the IS350 Base was availble in the exterior colors of Amber Pearl, Aquamarine Pearl, Black Onyx, Blue Onyx Pearl, Crystal White, Golden Almond Metallic, Moon Shell Mica, Royal Ruby Metallic, Smoky Granite Mica, and Tungsten Pearl.

What We Think of the Lexus IS350

There are several reasons why the Lexus IS350 Base sold well in 2007. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Lexus, specifically a IS350.

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