Lexus are bucking the trend and producing a naturally aspirated V8 powered rear drive sedan with no forced induction or hybrid assistance. Called the IS 500 F Sport Performance, it replaces the 3.5L V6 engine from the IS 350, with the venerable 5.0L V8 engine Lexus has been using for a while now.
Peak power has been rated at 472 hp with 395 lb-ft of torque going through an eight-speed automatic transmission to the rear wheels. Capable of a 0-60 mph sprint in 4.5 seconds, the IS 500 F Sport won’t be the quickest in it’s class with the BMW M3 Competition completing the same run in 0.7 seconds less time.
