What years did Lexus make the is350c?
The Lexus IS 350C was produced for the 2009 through 2013 model years.
A member of the IS C lineup, the 350C paired a 3.5-liter V6 with a power-retracting hardtop and was offered in markets including the United States from 2009 to 2013, alongside the IS 250C. This five-year span represents the model’s entire production run in most regions.
Production years at a glance
The following years represent when Lexus offered the IS 350C in most regions, including North America.
- 2009 model year
- 2010 model year
- 2011 model year
- 2012 model year
- 2013 model year
Note: Some markets used the IS C designation with minor naming differences, but the IS 350C specifically refers to the V6-powered convertible variant, and its production concluded with the 2013 model year in most regions.
Context and variants
The IS 350C sat above the IS 250C in the IS C family, delivering more power with a 3.5-liter V6. Both convertibles shared the same folding roof and general chassis layout, and were offered during overlapping years from 2009 to 2013. The IS C line was discontinued after the 2013 model year as Lexus reorganized its IS lineup.
IS 350C vs IS 250C
The primary difference between the two was engine size and performance: the IS 350C used a 3.5-liter V6, while the IS 250C employed a 2.5-liter V6. Both were convertibles based on the IS sedan platform, but the 350C offered higher performance and typically different trim and option selections. Production for both variants essentially spanned the same years, from 2009 through 2013.
Summary
In summary, Lexus produced the IS 350C for the 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013 model years. It was part of the IS C lineup, offering a retractable roof and a 3.5-liter V6, and was discontinued after the 2013 model year as Lexus shifted its lineup focus.
