With the arrival of the new Lexus IS 300h , Lexus has decided to bet on Lexus Hybrid Drive technology of second generation. Therefore, it will not offer diesel mechanics in any of the ranges it currently markets.
The new Lexus IS 300H is equipped with the Second Generation Lexus Hybrid Drive system, which offers an excellent relationship between benefits and consumption superior to conventional diesel cars. IS 300 LHD technology achieves very small CO2, NOX and particles (PM) emissions, without reducing performance.
The Full Hybrid system has a combined total power of 223 hp. It combines a powerful
105 kW electric motor (143 hp) with a new development engine, atkinson cycle, 2.5 liters, 4 cylinders and 181 hp, with a new D-4 fuel injection system and VVT-i dual VVT-i variable admission system. The new lexus IS 300h offers an acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h of 8.3 seconds and a maximum speed of 200 km/h. On the other hand, the new Lexus Full Hybrid offers an average fuel consumption of 4.3 l/100 km and 99 g/km CO2 emissions.
Lexus Hybrid Drive technology of second generation by not having clutch, starter and alternator engine, also presents clearly lower wear, compared to diesel technology.
