Compare 2003 Lexus IS 300 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $29,435 | $29,550 | $30,870 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $25,901 | $27,050 | $29,017 |
| Destination | $545 | $695 | $685 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Automatic | Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cell Phone | Pre-wiring | Pre-wiring | N/A |
| Clock | In-dash | In-dash | In-radio Display |
| Compass | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Aluminum | Leather | Leather |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | Front | N/A |
| Ashtray | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | N/A | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Driver | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | Mechanical | N/A | Power |
| Remote Trunk Release | Mechanical | Power | N/A |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Sport Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way | 6-way | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 8-way | 6-way | 8-way |
| Lumbar Support | N/A | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable W/tilt | Fixed |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Memory | N/A | Driver | Driver |
| Rear Seats | Bench | Bench | 60-40 Split-bench |
| Rear Armrest | With Pass-thru | With Pass-thru And Skibag | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| Rear Childseat | N/A | N/A | 2 |
| 3rd Row Seats | N/A | N/A | Full Bench |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Leatherette | Cloth |
| 3rd Row Fold Into Floor | N/A | N/A | Manual |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| Cassette Player | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| CD Changer Compatible | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| MP3 Capability | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Speakers | 8 Performance | 10 | 8 |
| Amplifier | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Equalizer | Automatic | N/A | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Door Mounted, Driver And Passenger | SIPS Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st Row | Tube 1st Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | N/A | N/A | On-Call Plus |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front And Rear |
| Headlights | High Intensity Low Beam | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto Off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Headlight Washer | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | 2 | N/A | N/A |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| First Aid Kit | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (72 Month/70,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (96 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 72 Months/70,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months/unlimited Miles | 72 Months/unlimited Miles | 96 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | N/A |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid And Roof Mount | Window Grid | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Body-colored | Black | Black |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Chrome | Chrome |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | Rear |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | Driver | N/A | N/A |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | Wing | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Step Bumper | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Front Tires | P215/45ZR17.0 BSW Summer Performance | P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS | P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 17" Silver Aluminum | 16" Silver Aluminum | 16" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Aluminum | Full-size Aluminum | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Window Wipers | N/A | N/A | Fixed Interval |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.0L I-6 | 2.5L I-6 | 2.4L I-5 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | N/A | N/A | Intercooled Turbo |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel | All Wheel | Front-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Suspension Tuning | Sport | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Regular |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Regular |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | N/A | DSC III | DSTC |
| Sequential Shift Control | N/A | STEPTRONIC | Geartronic |
| Transmission | 5-spd Man W/OD | 5-spd Man | 5-spd Auto |
| Axle Ratio | 3.73 | 3.23 | 2.44 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 176.6 " | 176.0 " | 185.4 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 67.9 " | 68.5 " | 71.0 " |
| Exterior Height | 55.5 " | 56.5 " | 57.7 " |
| Engine | 3.0L I-6 | 2.5L I-6 | 2.4L I-5 |
| Horsepower | 215 @ 5,800 Rpm | 184 @ 6,000 Rpm | 197 @ 6,000 Rpm |
| Torque | 218 @ 3,800 Rpm | 175 @ 3,500 Rpm | 210 @ 1,800 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 18 Mpg | 19 Mpg | 20 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 25 Mpg | 27 Mpg | 26 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 6.8 Seconds | 8.1 Seconds | 8.4 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 15.4 Seconds | 16.4 Seconds | 16.5 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 92 Mph | 84 Mph | 83 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .8 |
| Slalom Speed | 62 Mph | 60 Mph | 59 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.39/3.39 " | 3.31/2.95 " | 3.27/3.54 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,255 Lbs. | 3,461 Lbs. | 3,525 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | 4,519 Lbs. | N/A |
| Payload | N/A | 1,058 Lbs. | N/A |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | N/A | N/A | 3,300 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 " | 107.3 " | 108.5 " |
| Front Track | 58.9 " | 57.9 " | 61.0 " |
| Rear Track | 58.5 " | 58.3 " | 60.9 " |
| Turning Radius | 17.1 '' | 17.9 '' | 19.5 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .29 | .31 | .30 |
| Front Legroom | 42.7 " | 41.4 " | 42.6 " |
| Rear Legroom | 30.2 " | 34.6 " | 35.2 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.1 " | 38.4 " | 39.3 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.7 " | 37.5 " | 38.9 " |
| Front Hip Room | 52.8 " | 56.6 " | 55.0 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 53.9 " | 56.6 " | 54.8 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 52.6 " | 54.4 " | 56.2 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 53.5 " | 54.2 " | 55.9 " |
| Luggage Volume | 10.1 Cu.ft. | 10.7 Cu.ft. | 37.4 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 10.1 Cu.ft. | 10.7 Cu.ft. | 71.4 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 89 Cu.ft. | 91 Cu.ft. | 98 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 17.5 Gal. | 16.6 Gal. | 18.5 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings | |||
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings | |||
