What engine does a 2004 Lexus IS have?
The 2004 Lexus IS offered two main engine configurations depending on the market: a 3.0-liter inline-6 for the IS 300 in North America, and a 2.0-liter inline-6 for the IS 200 in Europe and other regions. This article explains those options and their basic specs.
Engine options by market
Note: This breakdown highlights the two primary configurations commonly found in 2004 IS models.
- United States and Canada: 3.0-liter inline-6 engine, Toyota 2JZ-GE; naturally aspirated; approximately 215 horsepower and 210–220 lb-ft of torque.
- Europe and other markets: 2.0-liter inline-6 engine, Toyota 1G-FE; naturally aspirated; approximately 150–165 horsepower and 130–140 lb-ft of torque.
In practice, North American buyers mostly saw the IS 300 with the 2JZ-GE, while many European and other-market customers encountered the IS 200 with the 1G-FE. This reflects the two-market split that characterized the 2004 IS lineup.
Technical highlights
The 2JZ-GE is a 3.0-liter inline-6 with a DOHC, 24-valve design, delivering robust low- and mid-range torque suitable for a sport sedan. The 1G-FE is a 2.0-liter inline-6 with similar DOHC architecture, designed to balance efficiency with steady performance for the European market.
Summary
For the 2004 Lexus IS, engine choices were mostly split by region: the IS 300 in the US used a 3.0-liter 2JZ-GE inline-6 (about 215 hp), while the IS 200 in Europe used a 2.0-liter 1G-FE inline-6 (about 150–165 hp). Both configurations reflect Lexus’s early approach to the IS lineup, combining everyday practicality with sporty character.
