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Updated on January 29, 2025

2012 Lexus IS F

The 2012 Lexus IS F features a 5.0L V8 engine producing a total of 416 horsepower and 371 lb-ft of torque. Mated to an 8-speed auto-shift manual transmission, the sedan goes from 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds. However, Motortrend recorded a 4.5-second timing for the car in their field test.

2012 Lexus IS F 0-60 mph time

2011 Lexus IS F

The 2011 Lexus IS F variant takes 4.6 seconds to reach the 60 mph mark from a standstill, similar to KBB’s official claim. As for the engine specs, the Lexus has a 5.0L V8 engine and makes 416 horsepower at best.

2011 Lexus IS F 0-60 mph time

Model Name

Published 0-60 mph

Real World User 0-60 mph

2012 Lexus IS F

4.5 seconds (MT)

4.6 seconds

2011 Lexus IS F

4.6 seconds (KBB)

4.6 seconds

Lexus IS F

    Car
    Engine
    0-60 MPH
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		5.0L 8cyl V8 8A4.7 sec160 mph
    		5.0L 8cyl V8 8A4.7 sec160 mph
    		5.0L 8cyl V8 8A4.7 sec160 mph
    		5.0L 8cyl V8 8A4.7 sec170 mph

    Trim Wise 0-60

    Trims
    Configuration
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		Source

    Base

    		5.0L 8cyl RWD 8A4.7 sec13.5 sec160 mph

    Competitor's 0-60

      Car Name
      0-60 MPH
      Quarter Mile
      Top Speed
      		SourceCompare
      		4.7 sec13.5 sec160 mph
      		4.2 sec12.7 sec110 mph
      		4.4 sec--
      2014 Audi S4

      Ranked #4

      		4.9 sec13.5 sec155 mph
      		4.9 sec13.6 sec152 mph
      		5.4 sec14.0 sec-

      Other Lexus Cars

        Car Name
        Engine
        0-60 MPH
        Top Speed
        		SourceCompare
        		3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT5.4 sec172 mph
        		4.6L 8cyl 8A5.4 sec-
        		3.5L 6cyl 8A5.6 sec-
        		3.5L 6cyl 8A5.7 sec-
        		3.5L 6cyl 6A5.9 sec134 mph
        		3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT6.9 sec143 mph

        At Carhp, We make sure to deliver the most precise and reliable 0-60 mph timings sourced from a carefully curated selection of reputable sources. Our commitment to accuracy ensures that the 0-60 mph figures listed on our site truly represent the real-world performance capabilities of the vehicles. It's important to note that our comprehensive database comprises data from various sources, and factors such as vehicle weight, tire grip, road conditions, and altitude may influence these figures.