Auto loans: 2013 Lexus IS
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.8 to 10.9 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 9.8 to 10.9 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2013 Lexus IS for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2013 Lexus IS specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 6-cylinder | 2.5L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.5 L/100 km | 12.2 L/100 km | 12.3 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.1 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km | 8.8 L/100 km | 9.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.9 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 229 g/km | 239 g/km | 250 g/km | 254 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.15 | $17.85 | $18.72 | $19.08 |
2013 Lexus IS: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 2.5 L | 3.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 21 | 21 | 19 | 19 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 | 27 | 27 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 24 | 23 | 22 | 22 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 29 | 28 | 26 | 26 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 311 L (11 cu ft) | 311 L (11 cu ft) | 311 L (11 cu ft) | 311 L (11 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,400 | US$3,550 | US$3,750 | US$3,750 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,430 | $3,570 | $3,744 | $3,816 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2013 Lexus IS
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 14 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (4), air bags (3) and visibility/wiper (3). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V741000 | 2019-10-17 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F, 2007-2012 Yaris and Lexus ES350, 2010-2017 Lexus GX460, 2002-2010... |
| 19V005000 | 2019-01-09 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Toyota 4Runner, 2014-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, and 2014-2017 Lexus GX460 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana,... |
| 18V432000 | 2018-06-26 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 and GS450h, 2006-2013 Lexus IS350 and 2010-2014 Lexus IS350C vehicles, equipped with 3.5L V6 2GR-FSE gasoline engines. The diaphragms in the fuel pulsation dampers may harden over time and develop cracks, possibly causing a... |
| 18V024000 | 2018-01-09 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013 Scion xB, Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, 4Runner, Lexus IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, IS-F, and GX460 vehicles sold, ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP (Saipan), and the U.S. VI... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Auto loans: the 2013 Lexus IS
No 2013 Lexus IS is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Buying the 2013 Lexus IS is a big decision; here is the information we have.
A buyer's checks
Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. There are 4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done.
The numbers in plain words
Power: the 2.5L 6-cylinder; drive: rear-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
A combined rating of 9.8 L/100 km works out to about 29 litres per 300 km. In money, 1,000 km costs about $171.50 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,400 a year for 15,000 miles.
A good match for
It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next. It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else.
The IS in everyday use
Its car body is low and settled, with a separate trunk. In plain terms, its 311 litres of luggage space hold about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
A longer test drive
A week with the IS answers more than any brochure. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Rent the IS first, and buy only if it fits your life.
Picking a year and a trim
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Within the 2013 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person.
The cost of driving it
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $17.15 in fuel. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular.
Want a price?
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2013 Lexus IS from us first.
Ask us about the 2013 Lexus IS
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2013 Lexus IS for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2013 Lexus IS
Does CarmaCars sell the 2013 Lexus IS?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2013 Lexus IS before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2013 Lexus IS have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2013 Lexus IS cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,400 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3430.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.