How much horsepower does a 2017 Lexus is Turbo RWD have?
The 2017 Lexus IS Turbo RWD produces 240 horsepower.
In detail, the IS Turbo (often referred to as the IS 200t in various markets) uses a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. For the rear-wheel-drive configuration, it delivers about 258 lb-ft of peak torque, with a tuning aimed at brisk response and everyday usability while maintaining the luxury sedan feel Lexus is known for.
Key powertrain specs
Here are the essential engine and performance figures for the 2017 IS Turbo RWD.
- Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 (8AR-FTS)
- Horsepower: 240 hp (179 kW) at approximately 5,500–6,000 rpm
- Torque: 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) from about 1,650–4,400 rpm
- Transmission: 8-speed automatic (Direct Shift-8AT)
- Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
These figures illustrate the IS Turbo RWD's performance character: a torque-rich, turbocharged four-cylinder paired with a smooth automatic and a focus on engaging daily driving dynamics.
Context and market notes
During the 2017 model year, Lexus offered the IS Turbo as the turbocharged option in the IS lineup, with US-market specifications commonly cited as 240 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. Engine tuning and power ratings can vary slightly by market, but the 240 hp figure is the widely cited benchmark for the MY2017 IS Turbo RWD in North America.
Summary
In summary, the 2017 Lexus IS Turbo RWD delivers about 240 horsepower from a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, with 258 lb-ft of torque, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and rear-wheel drive as the standard layout. This combination aims to balance sporty acceleration with the refined luxury that defines the IS lineup.
Is the 2017 Lexus IS 200t Turbo RWD?
2017 Lexus IS 200t models
All IS 200t sedans are powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (241 horsepower, 258 pound-feet of torque) and drive the rear wheels solely through an eight-speed automatic transmission. (All-wheel drive is available via the V6-powered IS 300, reviewed separately.)
What's faster, IS350 or IS 300?
Is the IS 300 faster than IS 350? The Lexus IS 300, while offering a quick 6.1-second 0-60 mph acceleration on the AWD model comes in behind the IS 350, with both the IS 350 F SPORT Design and IS 350 F SPORT offering 5.6 seconds for 0-60 mph and the AWD variations of each a 5.7-second 0-60 mph acceleration time.
What is the 0-60 on a 2017 IS 300 V-6?
Exhilarating performance delivered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine producing 306 horsepower1 and 277 lb-ft torque,1 and eight-speed Sport Direct-Shift transmission with paddle shifters. Zero to 60 in 5.6 seconds (RWD)1,2 / 5.7 seconds (AWD).
Is the 2017 Lexus IS 350 fast?
The 2017 IS ranges in power from the IS 200t Sedan 4D with 241 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 6.9 seconds to the IS 350 Sedan 4D with 306 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 5.6 seconds.
