Lexus coupe build on the base model IS

Company Lexus considering expanding range of modifications of the model IS the expense of a car with a coupe. This web edition Jalopnik said general director of the Japanese brand, Mark Templin, however, to disclose any detailed information about the machine itself or the projected timing of its appearance on the market declined. According to the assumption of some foreign publications, the new product will be offered the same range of engines, and the rest of the family's cars, namely: 2,5 - and 3,5-liter six-cylinder engine outputs 208 and 306 horsepower respectively. In addition, it is possible appearance and "charged" versions coupe with five-liter "Eight" of the Lexus IS-F, which could compete with BMW M3 Coupe.Note that the current Lexus IS car for sale with only two body styles - sedan and convertible. At the same time for the coupe, is expected to use already existing body of an open two-door versions, which receives minor changes and fixed the roof instead of the prevailing aluminum.