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2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance Release Date and Specs 

Are you looking for a performance-tuned luxury sedan? The reinvented 2021 Lexus IS sets the bar high in the compact luxury sedan class – but Lexus engineers are taking performance to the next level with the debut of the 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance – an upgrade over the Lexus IS F Sport. Learn more about this new addition with a guide to the 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance release date and specs created by Earnhardt Lexus. 



When Will the 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance Be Available in Phoenix? 

The first entry in the brand-new Lexus F Sport Performance line, the 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance is expected to arrive at dealerships in Fall 2021. To build on the impressive Lexus IS F Sport platform, the track-ready Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance will feature a bold style with a sculpted hood that is raised two inches, dark chrome exterior trim, a quad exhaust system, 19-inch Enkei alloy wheels, a black rear spoiler and signature black IS 500 F Sport Performance exterior badges. 

Red 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance Rear Exterior on a Gray Background
2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance Engine

What Are the 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance Engine Specs and Features? 

Performance will be the calling card of the 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance model and it starts with a naturally-aspirated 472-horsepower 5.0-liter V-8 engine that manufactures a herculean 395 pound-feet of torque. Paired with an eight-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic transmission with a lockup torque converter, the power-packed Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance will sprint from zero to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds and earn 24 mpg on the highway. Lexus Drive Mode Select provides drivers with Sport S, Sport S+ and Custom drive modes. The Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance comes standard with a Dynamic Handling Package that adds an Adaptive Variable Suspension and a Torsen® Limited-Slip Differential. 

Highlights of the 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance do not end under the hood. To promote unrivaled safety, the Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance adds an updated Lexus Safety System+ 2.5 suite of safety systems to the list of standard features. Premium leather interior is a fixture in the Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance and is complemented by a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, F Sport pedals, F Sport scuff plates and a signature Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance instrument cluster with an updated startup animation. 


READ MORE: Guide to 2021 Lexus IS Interior and Exterior Color Options 


Learn more about the latest addition to the Lexus IS lineup with an overview of the 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance release date and specs. Keep an eye on the Earnhardt Lexus online inventory for the arrival of the Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance later this fall! 

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Track-Ready 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance Adds Launch Edition Trim Level

Features of the 2022 Lexus IS F Sport Performance Launch Edition Have you heard about the track-tuned 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance? The latest edition of the Lexus IS compact sedan, the brand-new Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance will take power, handling and style to the next level. Add the one-of-a-kind 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance Launch Edition to the lineup and the Lexus IS F Sport Performance is even more attractive to automotive connoisseurs. Find out what sets this limited edition apart from its counterparts with a guide to the features of the 2022 Lexus IS F Sport Performance Launch Edition. more When Will the Lexus IS F Sport Performance Launch Edition Be Available? A one-of-a-kind limited edition, the 2022 Lexus IS F Sport Performance Launch Edition is expected to be available at Earnhardt Lexus in Fall 2021. Armed with a power-packed 5.0-liter V-8 engine and an arsenal of performance features, the Lexus IS F Sport Performance Launch Edition will deliver the thrills you crave on the track with a signature style. The Lexus IS F Sport Performance Launch Edition will be manufactured and sold exclusively in North America with only 500 serialized models slated for production. What Are the Lexus IS F Sport Performance Launch Edition Interior and Exterior Features? The 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance Launch Edition is headlined by a 472-horsepower 5.0-liter V-8 engine that manufactures 395 pound-feet of torque with an eight-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic transmission. Armed with this potent powertrain, the Lexus IS 500 Launch Edition will sprint from zero to 60 mph in just 4.5 seconds with a quad exhaust system, Sport S and Sport S+ drive modes, an Adaptive Variable Suspension, a Torsen® Limited-Slip Differential and a Yamaha® rear performance damper. Are you looking for a performance-tuned sedan that will set you apart on the track and the street? The Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance Launch Edition features an exclusive style that you are sure to love. Here is a list of some of the Lexus IS 500 Launch Edition interior and exterior features that will set it apart from its Lexus IS counterparts. Exclusive Incognito Exterior Color Option Matte Black BBS® 19-Inch Alloy Wheels Serialized Launch Edition Badge Black and Gray Ultrasuede® Interior Silver Ash Wood Interior Trim Heated Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel Black F Sport Interior Badges READ MORE: How Fast Is the 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance? Check out the highlight features of the 2022 Lexus IS F Sport Performance Launch Edition with this quick guide created by Earnhardt Lexus. Schedule a test drive in a brand-new Lexus IS today at Earnhardt Lexus in Phoenix!

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What Kind of Engine is Inside the New IS 500 F Sport Performance?

What Are the 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance Features and Specs? Lexus has earned its reputation for producing high-quality luxury vehicles for years. The brand also has a knack for blending luxury and performance, and that is right there in the name of the 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance. The newest addition to the stellar Lexus IS lineup is expected to hit dealerships like Earnhardt Lexus in the fall of 2021, but we wanted to whet your appetites ahead of time. What are the 2022 Lexus IS 500 Sport Performance features and specs? Continue reading to learn more. more Design Lexus vehicles are known for their magnificent designs and craftsmanship, and the 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance is no different. Setting it apart from the standard IS 350 F Sport is a raised hood and more sculpted center lines, as well as a lengthened front bumper and fenders. Dark chrome window trim and a revised lower rear diffuser round out the updates to the sleek design. When climbing behind the wheel, you’ll find black F Sport Performance badging on a leather-wrapped steering wheel that also happens to be heated. The cabin is tailor-made to fit the driver for an exhilarating yet luxurious experience. Engine Specifications You can’t have the word “Performance” in a car’s name and not equip it with a powerful engine. Lexus did its thing and put a pulse-pounding 5.0-liter V8 engine capable of 472 horsepower and 395 lb.-ft of torque under the hood, which makes it mighty and quite fast as well. The dual stacked tail pipes let you know who was here with its fierce amplification of that impressive V8 engine. That engine is paired to an eight-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic transmission with a lockup torque converter for a dynamic ride. Safety Features Safety is key as well, and Lexus is delivering here. You’ll find the updated Lexus Safety System+ 2.5 inside the 2022 Lexus IS 500 Sport Performance, and that comes with stellar technologies to help assist drivers in certain common driving scenarios. This suite of technology features includes the Pre-Collision System (which itself includes Frontal Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Emergency Steering Assist, Pedestrian Detection, and Bicyclist Detection), All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Intelligent High Beams, and Road Sign Assist. The car will also come with Lexus Enform Safety Connect, which includes access to Lexus Enform response centers on a 24/7 basis for a three-year trial period. Lexus Enform Service Connect is offered complimentary for 10 years, giving you access to alerts for when certain maintenance is required. READ MORE: Find a Fuel-Efficient Lexus in the Phoenix Area