What is New in the 2023 Lexus IS 300, 350, and 500 Models?
Lexus models offer impeccable performance and have great grandeur with all their intrinsic features. Regarding the 2023 IS Sedan series, we have a lot to explain at Lexus of Concord in Concord, CA, about its additions and peculiarities that govern how advanced the model has become. A Special Appearance Package comes with the IS 350 F SPORT and 500 F SPORT trims, including exclusive 19-inch matte black BBS® forged alloy wheels. Keep reading to learn more.
New Features in 2023 IS 300
Lexus IS 300 is available in both drivetrains for 2023: RWD and AWD. Offering unwavering power and performance, the model has a significant exterior design crafted with precision. Having four different powertrain configurations, the base model also features a 2L Turbo Intercooled Inline 4-Cylinder engine producing 241 hp and 258 lb.-ft of torque. The 300 AWD features a 3.5L V6 Turbo engine delivering 260 hp and 236 lb.-ft of torque at a six-speed automatic transmission. An electronically controlled AWD system helps to boost traction and grip by automatically varying the front-to-rear torque distribution and can send up to 50 percent of power to the front wheels adhering to certain conditions.
What has changed in the 2023 IS 350?
For 2023, the IS 350, satiating the extraneous performance urge of car enthusiasts more than the IS 300, comes in a new form; 2023 IS 350 F SPORT DESIGN has both RWD and AWD drivetrain configurations. Uniquely crafted F SPORT styling is visible on the exterior with functional aerodynamic improvisations, including a unique front grille, bumpers, badging, rear lip spoiler, rocker molding, and exclusive F SPORT alloy wheels. Additionally, two new packages are optional for the IS 350.
2023 IS 350 F SPORT Special Appearance Package offers a unique exterior design with an Obsidian black hood and roof accented by Incognito paint, NuLuxe® black interior materials, and 19-inch Enkei dark-finish alloy wheels. Whereas the 2023 IS 350 F SPORT Handling Package offers features that are specific to vehicle handling and engaging drive, including the Adaptive Variable Suspension, Drive Mode Select with Sport S/S+ and Custom Modes, Torsen Limited-Slip Rear Differential on RWD configuration, and 19-inch matte black BBS® forged alloy wheels.
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Impactful 2023 IS 500
The IS 500 comes in IS 500 F SPORT Performance, and Performance Premium trims. 2023 see both models having standard 19-inch Enkei alloy wheels and available 19-inch matte black BBS® forged alloy wheels after the success of 2022 IS 500 Launch Edition. An available Special Appearance Package offered for the 1S 500 F SPORT Performance Premium includes exclusive features like alluring Molten Pearl exterior paint with Black NuLuxe® interior, matching floor mats, and key gloves.
The interior cabin of IS 500 F SPORT Performance model has decorative ornamentation in black metallic or exclusive Satin Chrome finish. Available interior colors for the IS 350 and 500 F SPORT models include Black, Circuit Red, and two-tone White or Black trim. On the technology front, these models have a standard 8-inch touchscreen display and an available 10.3-inch touchscreen with navigation and Mark Levinson Premium Audio system. Other Standard features include Amazon Alexa, Apple CarPlay®, and Android AutoTM integration.
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Get Your 2023 Lexus IS Models from Lexus of Concord
What are you waiting for? Book the advanced 2023 IS 300, 350, and 500 trims at Lexus of Concord in Concord, CA. Visit or contact us for additional information. We will inform you when the 2023 models are available at the dealership. Check out the 2022 models at Lexus of Concord and schedule a test drive to experience your selection beforehand.
