Country of OriginThe country in which the vehicle was assembled from components to complete car
JAPAN
Launch YearThe year in which this vehicle was first built
2012
Launch MonthThe month of the year in which this vehicle was first built
8
Generation Name
XE20
SeriesThe series of a vehicle model e.g. VY Commodore, FG Falcon
USE20R
BadgeThis is the variation of the vehicle within its model line. This can be a change of mechanical equipment, features etc.
IS F
DoorsThe number of doors on the vehicle. Note that the boot is generally included in the door count.
4
Seat CapacityThe number of occupants that can be legally carried within a vehicle.
4
Body StyleThis is the overall shape (style) of the vehicle's body, eg Sedan, SUV, Ute
Sedan
Overview
Based on the IS250 chassis, The IS-F is an amalgam of performance enhancements from many quarters - a relatively free reign given to the performance minded in Toyota's employ. Think M series, RS or AMG, and we're on the same page. You get a rorty 5.0-litre engine hooked up to an 8-speed auto with all manner of control, driving 19x9-inch rear BBS alloys (19x8 up front) with 255/35-225/40 Bridgestones and Brembo brakes. The Sachs suspension, while appropriately tuned, remains quite supple. Styling is understated aggressive, with a bulbous bonnet, flared guards, vented quarter panels and strangely superfluous quad exhaust tips.