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2015 Lexus IS 250 C

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Rating7.5

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Compact Convertible
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$43,360
Starting Price 

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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Sleeky handsome profile

Useless back seats

Updated Lexus Enform App Suite

Beautifully interior layout

Sluggish acceleration

Acceptable cargo capacity

Despite being more powerful, some rivals have higher fuel efficiency

Specs & Features

$43,360

price

204 hp @ 6400 rpm

horsepower

185 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.5L 6cyl RWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the compact convertible segment, the 2015 Lexus IS 250 C Convertible is a direct competitor to the BMW 4 Series Convertible, the Audi A5 Convertible, and the Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Convertible which has the smallest dimensions among the bunch. With standalone trim, the IS 250 C carries an MSRP of $43,360. It is offered with a 2.5L V6 engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission, producing 204 horsepower and 185 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the IS 250 C manages a 0-60 of 8.4 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 24 MPG.

Buying Advice

For extra creature comforts, the $3,055 Luxury Package is available. Meanwhile, some driving aids as standalone options include an intuitive parking assist and a pre-collision system with dynamic radar cruise control.

Trims

    Base
    $43,360 onwards
    • 17-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Heated mirrors
    • Leather Seat trim
    • Power Convertible top
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/Satellite

Compare to similar cars

7.5
2015 Lexus IS 250 C

Price

$43,360

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.5

Horsepower

204 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque

185 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

Capacity

4

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2015 Lexus IS 250 C vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    		SourceCompare
    		8 sec16.2 sec
    		5.7 sec-
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    2015 Lexus IS 250 C vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		21 mpg30 mpg24 mpg17.2 gal.361.2/516 mi.
      		19 mpg27 mpg23 mpg17.1 gal.-

      2015 Lexus IS 250 C vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		182.5 in.70.9 in.55.7 in.5.1 in.107.5 in.
        		182.5 in.70.9 in.55.7 in.5.1 in.107.5 in.

        2015 Lexus IS 250 C vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		10.8 cu.ft.87.9 cu.ft.10.8 cu.ft.
          		10.8 cu.ft.94.8 cu.ft.10.8 cu.ft.

          2015 Lexus IS 250 C vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            		SourceCompare
            		10.8 cu.ft.10.8 cu.ft.10.8 cu.ft.
            		10.8 cu.ft.10.8 cu.ft.10.8 cu.ft.

            2015 Lexus IS 250 C vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Weight
              		Source
              		3816 lbs.

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