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2012 Lexus IS 350 C

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Rating7.4

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Compact Convertible
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$46,640
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Premium cabin with fine detailing

Unintuitive infotainment system

Updated exterior color choices

Supple ride and frictionless steering

Limited room in the second row for adults

Highest cargo capacity

Specs & Features

$46,640

price

306 hp @ 6400 rpm

horsepower

277 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.5L 6cyl RWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2012 Lexus IS 350 C Convertible makes for an excellent contender in the compact convertible. With just one trim on offer, the Lexus IS 350 C has a base MSRP of $46,640, competing directly with the BMW 3 Series 335i Convertible, the Infiniti G37 Convertible, and the Porsche Boxster S Convertible which has the highest price tag among the bunch. Only a 3.5L V6 engine is offered, mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 306 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 5.8 seconds, the IS 350 C maintains a combined fuel economy of 22 MPG. Lexus offers the IS 350 C in 7 stunning colors, with the Mercury Metallic being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

The standard features list is not disappointing. However, we think the Luxury Package is not a regretful addition. Furthermore, for audiophiles, the Navigation System with Mark Levinson Premium Audio Package is also present.

Trims

    Base
    $46,640 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

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7.4
2012 Lexus IS 350 C

Price

$46,640

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.37

Horsepower

306 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque

277 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

Capacity

4

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Gasoline

7

204 hp @ 6400 rpm

185 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

4

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Gasoline

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Gasoline

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2012 Lexus IS 350 C vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		5.9 sec14.2 sec152 mph
    		5.2 sec--
    		6.4 sec--
    		8 sec14.2 sec134 mph
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    2012 Lexus IS 350 C vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		19 mpg27 mpg22 mpg17.1 gal.326.8/464.4 mi.
      		20 mpg27 mpg22 mpg16.9 gal.321.1/456.3 mi.
      		19 mpg28 mpg22 mpg17.1 gal.326.8/481.6 mi.
      		18 mpg28 mpg21 mpg15.9 gal.286.2/445.2 mi.

      2012 Lexus IS 350 C vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		182.5 in.70.9 in.55.7 in.5.7 in.107.5 in.
        		182.5 in.70.9 in.55.7 in.5.7 in.107.5 in.
        		181.7 in.72.3 in.55.1 in.5.5 in.103.9 in.
        		172.1 in.70.9 in.50.9 in.5 in.95.1 in.

        2012 Lexus IS 350 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.
          		12.8 cu.ft.84 cu.ft.12.8 cu.ft.
          		5.3 cu.ft.88.5 cu.ft.9.9 cu.ft.
          		10.8 cu.ft.87.9 cu.ft.10.8 cu.ft.

          2012 Lexus IS 350 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.
            		11.6 cu.ft.5.3 cu.ft.9.9 cu.ft.
            		12.8 cu.ft.12.8 cu.ft.12.8 cu.ft.

            2012 Lexus IS 350 C vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		--3880 lbs.
              		2000 lbs.-3837 lbs.
              		-661 lbs.2943 lbs.
              		--3836 lbs.

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