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The latest Lexus IS 250c is all set to combat with the competitors of Lexus in the variety of opulence convertible cars. Originally it was Lexus IS 250, whose roof was taken away to make it a convertible, consequently making it Lexus IS 250C. The side and rear stance is changed from the Lexus IS 250 to make it look special. It is absolutely a car that takes everyone by blow. The IS350C and IS250C, which thumped dealers in late May, “give us an opportunity to compete in an area we’ve never competed in before,” says Mark Templin, group vice president and general manager of the Lexus division. “We get to unleash our darker side with the IS C.”
Many car critiques eye the performance of Lexus IS 250C with criticism; a mere 208 horsepower is disappointing for them. On the performance end, they keep comparing it with Audi A4 convertible, BMW 3 series and G37. But, the answer to all such criticism is that Lexus IS 250c is all about luxury and the car owners or potential buyers are not thinking of the speed of the car; it is the beauty and styling of this luxurious car that they cannot resist buying.
The seating of the car is lower, giving a lot of room to hold a person. The car seats are lowered to provide a secure space for the driver and passengers in the procedure of roof opening and closing process. The switch for the roof function is located next to the knee of the driver. The progression is silent, and completes in 20 seconds with the aid of motors and 33 sensors.
The compact roof design has other benefits as well. It gives more space in the boot area and allows easy access to the rear seat. Due to this fact, the rear passengers are allotted a generous seating capacity for a more comfortable and enjoyable ride.
The exterior of the car is redesigned and made curvaceous, which simply adds to its splendour. It gives minimum turbulence during top down drive. Its exterior design gives enhanced torsional stiffness that ensures a controlled and comfortable ride even on rough and bumpy roads.
This Lexus also contains other features such as, for security, it has Electronic Stability Control (ESC), four safety airbags, ABS brakes with EBD and BA, engine immobilizer and turn over protection. It has a 2500cc V6 engine, logically desired orientation, six-speed automatic broadcast, fuel tank capacity of 65 liters, 553 liters cargo capacity, and weighs about 1730 kilograms.
This car comes with a four year guarantee and 100,000 kilometers. The car has an incredible high speed of 210 kilometers per hour; it goes from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in just 9 seconds and uses 11.1 liters fuel per 100 kilometers. Not only this, it also has turning circle is of 10.2 meters, and it has wheels with inch alloy rims with 225/40R18 tyres. These marvelous features are sure to make it an extravagance for the driver.
The Lexus IS 250c has these three models in its range; the Prestige, Sports and Sports Luxury. It is confident to give an unexpected thrilling driving experience and is an indulgence for the eyes as well. All these great features and high tech provisions have made it to take the bazaar by the rant and rave.
For more information about the Lexus IS 250c range, visit the Lexus website.