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2013 Lexus IS MPG & fuel economy

The 2013 Lexus IS is a subcompact car offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 24 MPG combined (21 city / 29 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 22 to 24 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2012 model. Among 37 subcompact cars rated for 2013, it ranks 22nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,469 a year to fuel.

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Combined 24 MPG 21 MPG city · 29 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,469 15,000 mi/yr · $16.46 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2013 #22 of 37 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2013 Lexus IS's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City218.911.2
Highway2912.38.1
Combined2410.29.8

How it ranks among 2013 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Scion iQ EV121 MPGe $756
  2. 2Fiat 500e116 MPGe $783
  3. 3Mitsubishi i-MiEV112 MPGe $810
  4. 4CODA Automotive Coda73 MPGe $1,242
  5. 5Scion iQ37 MPG $1,257
  6. 22Lexus IS24 MPG $2,469
  7. 37Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible14 MPG $4,232
2013 ISOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,279/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

IS MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
IS 250/IS 250C		 Gas 21 MPG 29 MPG 24 MPG — $2,469
AWD · 2.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
IS 250 AWD		 Gas 21 MPG 27 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576
AWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
IS 350 AWD		 Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
RWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
IS 350/IS 350C		 Gas 19 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 6-cyl
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
88 cu ft
Cargo volume
11 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
369 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
6/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
6/10

2013 Lexus IS vs. rivals

vs BMW 1 Series 23 MPG · $2,576/yr IS saves $107/yr vs BMW 6 Series 26 MPG · $2,279/yr 6 Series saves $190/yr vs Infiniti G37 22 MPG · $2,693/yr IS saves $224/yr vs Audi A5 26 MPG · $2,279/yr A5 saves $190/yr vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class 23 MPG · $2,576/yr IS saves $107/yr vs Audi S5 21 MPG · $2,821/yr IS saves $353/yr vs Volvo C70 22 MPG · $2,114/yr C70 saves $355/yr vs BMW 3 Series 28 MPG · $2,116/yr 3 Series saves $353/yr vs Audi TT Coupe 26 MPG · $2,279/yr TT Coupe saves $190/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2013 Lexus IS?

Up to 24 MPG combined (21 city / 29 highway); ratings range from 22 to 24 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2013 Lexus IS use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2013 Lexus IS?

The 2013 Lexus IS's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2013 Lexus IS per year?

About $2,469 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $16.46 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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