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2013 Lexus IS 250C

2013 Lexus IS 250C Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$42,610 - $42,610

Original MSRP:
$39,627 - $39,627

2013 Lexus IS 250C Review
The 2013 Lexus IS 250 C is a 2-door, 4-passenger new convertible that is carried over from 2012. The 2013 Lexus IS 250 C is available in one model, the Base. All 2013 Lexus IS 250 C models have a 2.5-liter, V6, 204 hp engine, and a six-speed manual transmission. The 2013 Lexus IS 250 C averages 21 mpg city and 30 MPG highway. The 2013 Lexus IS 250 C carries a 50,000/48 month basic warranty.

The 2013 Lexus IS 250 C models come with these standard features - programmable locks, valet lockout, anti-theft, ABS brakes, AWD, traction control and stability control, child safety door locks, CD changer, iPod® jack, MP3 player, radio display, USB port, Bluetooth® wireless access, surround sound, DVD player, voice navigation system, automatic headlights, daytime running lights, fog lights, front/rear air dam, rear spoiler, dual automatic climate controls, air filter, rear controls, intelligent cruise, temperature gauge, steering wheel mounted controls, trip computer with fuel consumption, driver memory adjustments, genuine wood trim, Keyless AccessCard Key, programmable remote fob, remote fuel door, universal garage door, electronic parking aid w/camera, trunk anti-trap, memory steering column, sunroof, vehicle speed sensing wipers, tinted glass, dual heated/cooled/memory/power/lumbar/leather seats, power/heated/signaling/memory mirrors and a rear window power shade. *Not all features are standard on all models.

Some optional upgrades for the 2013 Lexus models includes, a Luxury package, an F SPORT shift knob, and a windscreen.

The 2013 Lexus IS 250 C is a new car under $50,000 with a starting price of $42,610.
Warranty Information
Basic: 4 Years/50,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 19V741000
Mfg's Report Date October 17, 2019
Component AIR BAGS
Number of Units Affected 928,203
Summary 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 Lexus SC430, 2006-2012 Lexus IS250 and IS350 and 2010-2015 Lexus IS250C and IS350C vehicles. These vehicles had their driver or passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Consequence An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the driver or front passenger air bag inflator or the air bag assembly using an alternate inflator , free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 15, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J0A, J0B, and J0C. Lexus' numbers for this recall are JLI, JLJ, and JLK.
Notes Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2013 Lexus IS 250C Models & Prices

2013 Lexus IS 250C BASE
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Conv Auto $42,610 $39,627 $646 / Month*

2013 Lexus IS 250C Features and Standard Equipment

EXTERIOR Features
BASE
17" liquid graphite alloy wheels
Aluminum 3-piece pwr folding hardtop
Body-colored front air dam w/low grille
Body-colored heated pwr mirrors -inc: puddle lamps
Fog lamps
Front/rear body-colored bumpers
LED brake, tail & license plate lamps
P225/45VR17 front all-season tires
P245/45VR17 rear all-season tires
Projector bulb headlamps -inc auto on/off, headlamp off-delay
Sound insulation w/sealer & undercoating -inc: sound-dampening asphault in roof/flooring
Temporary spare tire
Ultraviolet/infrared ray reducing glass on all windows
Variable intermittent wipers w/mist cycle
Water-repellent front door glass
INTERIOR Features
BASE
10-way pwr front bucket seats -inc: leather seat trim, pwr lumbar, height-adjustable headrests
4-passenger seating
Auto dimming rearview mirror w/compass
Aux pwr outlet
Carpet front/rear floor mats
Cruise control
Dual sun visors w/vanity mirrors
Dual-zone automatic climate control -inc: interior air filter
Easy entry pwr sliding front passenger seat
Electric rear window defroster w/timer
Front center console -inc: sliding armrest, storage box, USB & aux input, pwr outlet
Front cigarette lighter w/ashtray
Front door storage pockets
Front seatback pockets
HomeLink universal garage door opener
Illuminated entry
Illuminated remote fuel filler & trunk release
LCD multi-information display -inc: dual trip odometer, outside temp gauge
Leather-trimmed shift knob
Lexus personalized settings (LPS)
Lighting -inc: door courtesy, glove box, trunk
Optitron gauges -inc: 160-mph speedometer, 8000-rpm tachometer, fuel & coolant temp gauges
Pwr door locks -inc: shift-linked auto-lock/unlock, speed sensitive auto-lock, lock-out prevention
Pwr tilt/telescoping leather steering wheel w/audio/phone/display controls
Pwr windows -inc: one-touch auto up/down, pinch protection
Rear bench seat w/console, (2) cupholders
Remote-foldable rear headrests
Remote-linked window opening
Retained accessory pwr
SmartAccess remote entry system -inc: lock, two-stage unlock, trunk open, panic, volume-adjustable confirmation tone, rolling code, multi-function remote
Vehicle theft-deterrent system w/engine immobilizer
Warning lights -inc: battery, oil level, seat belt, brake, front airbags, side airbags, engine, oil pressure, low fuel, tire pressure, tire slippage, door open, TRAC off, high beam, hazard lights, cruise control, fog lamp indicator, headlamp indicator, scheduled maintenance indicator
MECHANICAL Features
BASE
2.5L DOHC 24-valve V6 engine -inc: dual variable valve timing w/intelligence (VVT-i)
6-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission -inc: intelligence (ECT-i), paddle shifters
Dual chrome exhaust outlets
Independent double wishbone front suspension -inc: coil springs, gas shock absorbers, stabilizer bar
Independent multi-link rear suspension -inc: coil springs, gas shock absorbers, stabilizer bar
Push-button start
Rear wheel drive
Speed-sensitive electric pwr rack & pinion steering
Tool kit
Ventilated front/rear pwr disc brakes
SAFETY Features
BASE
4-wheel 4-channel/4-sensor anti-lock brakes
All-position 3-point seat belts -inc: force-limiting pretensioners for front seats
All-position emergency locking retractors (ELR)
Brake override system -inc: smart stop technology
Child restraint seat (CRS) for rear seating positions -inc: top tether anchor brackets
Collapsible steering column
Daytime running lamps
Driver & front passenger airbags (SRS) -inc: front passenger twin chamber airbag
Driver & front passenger knee airbags (SRS)
Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) w/brake assist (BA)
First aid kit
Front passenger & rear seat automatic locking retractors (ALR)
Front seat height-adjustable shoulder belt anchors
Front seat-mounted side impact airbags (SRS) enlarged for head & torso protection
Front/rear crumple zones
Hill-start assist control (HAC)
Impact dissipating upper interior trim
Safety connect -inc: automatic collision notification, stolen vehicle location, emergency assistance button (SOS), roadside assistance connectivity, (1) year trial subscription
Side-impact door beams
Tire pressure monitoring system
Traction control (TRAC)
Vehicle dynamics integrated management (VDIM) w/cut-off switch
Vehicle stability control (VSC) -inc: cut-off switch
ENTERTAINMENT Features
BASE
Fixed mast antenna
Premium audio system -inc: AM/FM/MP3/WMA stereo w/in-dash 6-disc CD player, 194-watt amp, digital signal processing w/auto sound levelizer (ASL), electronic crossover network, USB & iPod/aux input jacks, (8) speakers, Bluetooth, integrated SiriusXM satellite radio w/90 day free trial subscription
Shark fin satellite antenna
PROCESSING-OTHER Features
BASE
** PRELIMINARY STANDARD EQUIPMENT **

2013 Lexus IS 250C Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
BASE
** PRELIMINARY PKG CONTENT **
18" LIQUID GRAPHITE 5-SPOKE ALLOY WHEELS -inc: P225/40R18 front, P255/40R18 rear all-season tires
18" LIQUID GRAPHITE SPLIT-5-SPOKE ALLOY WHEELS -inc: P225/40R18 front, P255/40R18 rear summer tires
DYNAMIC AUTO-LEVELING BI-XENON HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE (HID) HEADLAMPS
F-SPORT PKG W/ALL-SEASON TIRES -inc: 18" wheels w/225/40R18 front & 255/40R18 rear all-season tires, compact T145/70D17 spare tire, IS-F type steering wheel, sport accelerator pedal, sport front bucket seats (REQ: LB23 F-Sport Black Leather Seat Trim) (N/A w/8V3 or 077 Exterior Colors, FL or FT Wheels, HS Seats, LL Luxury Pkg or PS Pre-collision System)
F-SPORT PKG W/SUMMER TIRES -inc: 18" wheels w/225/40R18 front & 255/40R18 rear summer tires, compact T145/70D17 spare tire, IS-F type steering wheel, sport accelerator pedal, sport front bucket seats (REQ: LB23 F-Sport Black Leather Seat Trim) (N/A w/8V3 or 077 Exterior Colors, FL or FT Wheels, HS Seats, LL Luxury Pkg or PS Pre-collision System)
HEADLAMP WASHERS (REQ: HL Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlamps)
HEATED & VENTILATED FRONT SEATS -inc: wood trim
INTUITIVE PARKING ASSIST w/front & rear sensors
LUXURY PKG -inc: daytime running lamps, dynamic auto-leveling bi-xenon high intensity discharge (HID) headlamps, heated & ventilated front seats w/memory, perforated semi-aniline leather seat trim, 1-touch auto front seat fold & slide activation, wood interior trim, steering wheel memory, electrochromic exterior mirrors w/reverse tilt-down, exterior mirror memory, illuminated scuff plates, rain sensing intermittent wipers (REQ: LA21, LA11 or LA42 Semi-Aniline Leather Seat Trim) (REQ: HW headlamp washers) (N/A w/083 Ultra White)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM -inc: HDD navigation, LCD screen, back-up camera, Lexus Enform w/1-year trial subscription, destination assist, eDestination, auto collision notification, stolen vehicle location, emergency assistance button, enhanced roadside assistance, Lexus insider, voice command, NavTraffic, NavWeather, Sports & Stocks
NAVIGATION SYSTEM W/270-WATT MARK LEVINSON PREMIUM AUDIO -inc: 6-disc DVD/CD changer, (12) speakers, 270-watt amplifier, HDD navigation, LCD display screen, backup camera, Lexus Enform w/1-year trial subscription, destination assist, eDestination, auto collision notification, stolen vehicle location, emergency assistance button, enhanced roadside assistance, Lexus insider, voice command, NavTraffic, NavWeather, Sports & Stocks
PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM W/RADAR CRUISE CONTROL
PAINT Options
BASE
DEEP SEA MICA
MATADOR RED MICA
NEBULA GRAY PEARL
OBSIDIAN
SILVER LINING METALLIC
STARFIRE PEARL
ULTRA WHITE (REQ: FJ or FK F-Sport Pkg)
ULTRASONIC BLUE (REQ: FJ or FK F-Sport Pkg)
PAINT SCHEME Options
BASE
STANDARD PAINT
POST PRODUCTION OPTIONS Options
BASE
18" G-SPIDER ALLOY WHEEL UPGRADE (PPO)
18" G-SPIDER ALLOY WHEELS (PPO)
CARGO NET (PPO)
EXTERIOR PAINT PROTECTION FILM (PPO)
F-SPORT 19" FORGED ALLOY WHEELS (PPO)
F-SPORT 19" FULL-FACE ALLOY WHEELS (PPO)
F-SPORT BRAKE UPGRADE (REQ: F7 or L7 Alloy Wheels & Tires) (PPO)
F-SPORT GRILLE (PPO)
F-SPORT PERFORMANCE EXHAUST SYSTEM (PPO)
F-SPORT SUSPENSION UPGRADE (PPO)
PREFERRED ACCESSORY PKG -inc: cargo net, trunk mat, wheel locks, SmartAccess key gloves (PPO)
PREFERRED ACCESSORY PKG -inc: cargo net, trunk mat, wheel locks, SmartAccess key gloves, rear bumper applique (PPO)
REAR BUMPER APPLIQUE (PPO)
TRUNK MAT (PPO)
WHEEL LOCKS (PPO)
WINDSCREEN (PPO)
SEAT TRIM Options
BASE
ALABASTER, LEATHER SEAT TRIM -inc: espresso birds-eye maple interior trim
BLACK, LEATHER SEAT TRIM -inc: dark gray birds-eye maple interior trim
BLACK, SEMI-ANILINE LEATHER SEAT TRIM -inc: dark gray birds-eye maple interior trim (REQ: LL Luxury Pkg)
F-SPORT BLACK, LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: FJ or FK F-Sport Pkg)
LIGHT GRAY, SEMI-ANILINE LEATHER SEAT TRIM -inc: dark gray birds-eye maple interior trim (REQ: LL Luxury Pkg)
RED, SEMI-ANILINE LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: LL Luxury Pkg)
SADDLE, SEMI-ANILINE LEATHER SEAT TRIM -inc: espresso birds-eye maple interior trim (REQ: LL Luxury Pkg)

2013 Lexus IS 250C Technical Specifications

Brakes
BASE
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.7 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12.2 x - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
BASE
Trunk Volume (ft) 10.8-2.4
Engine
BASE
Displacement 2.5L/152
Engine Type Gas V6
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 204 @ 6400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 185 @ 4800
Exterior Dimensions
BASE
Height, Overall (in) 55.7
Length, Overall (in) 182.5
Min Ground Clearance (in) - TBD -
Wheelbase (in) 107.5
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 70.9
Fuel Tank
BASE
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 17.1
Steering
BASE
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.16
Steering Type Electric Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 33.5
Suspension
BASE
Suspension Type - Front Double Wishbone
Suspension Type - Rear Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) w/Coil Springs
Tires
BASE
Front Tire Size P225/40YR18
Rear Tire Size P245/45VR17
Transmission
BASE
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/Manual Shift
Trans Type 6
Vehicle
BASE
Front Head Room (in) 38.3
Front Leg Room (in) 44.1
Front Shoulder Room (in) 54.2
Passenger Capacity 4
Passenger Volume (ft) 87.9
Second Head Room (in) 36.1
Second Leg Room (in) 25.9
Second Shoulder Room (in) 44.7
Weight Information
BASE
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 3806

2013 Lexus IS 250C Safety Features

Safety Features
4-wheel 4-channel/4-sensor anti-lock brakes
Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) w/brake assist (BA)
Brake override system -inc: smart stop technology
Vehicle dynamics integrated management (VDIM) w/cut-off switch
Vehicle stability control (VSC) -inc: cut-off switch
Traction control (TRAC)
Hill-start assist control (HAC)
Side-impact door beams
Front/rear crumple zones
Daytime running lamps
Driver & front passenger airbags (SRS) -inc: front passenger twin chamber airbag
Driver & front passenger knee airbags (SRS)
Front seat-mounted side impact airbags (SRS) enlarged for head & torso protection
Safety connect -inc: automatic collision notification, stolen vehicle location, emergency assistance button (SOS), roadside assistance connectivity, (1) year trial subscription
All-position 3-point seat belts -inc: force-limiting pretensioners for front seats
Front seat height-adjustable shoulder belt anchors
All-position emergency locking retractors (ELR)
Front passenger & rear seat automatic locking retractors (ALR)
Child restraint seat (CRS) for rear seating positions -inc: top tether anchor brackets
Tire pressure monitoring system
Collapsible steering column
Impact dissipating upper interior trim
First aid kit
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS N/A